For some helpful suggestions on what to do in Alamosa, please select one of the itineraries below.
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Top Colorado Bird Watching – 36 Hours in Alamosa
If you’d like to see why Audubon ranks Colorado among the top ten states for big bird lists in spite of having no coastline, then head to the San Luis Valley. Its variety of riparian habitats covering thousands of acres are home to, or stop-overs for, an incredibly diverse population….
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Front Range Family Getaway – 36 Hours in Alamosa
When was the last time you looked up into the night sky and saw a vast blanket of twinkling stars? It’s an awe-inspiring sight, one you’re hard-pressed to find living in the big city with its 24/7 lights. And when was the last time you heard no traffic, no mass…
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Romantic Weekend Getaway in Alamosa
Home to stunning night skies and 360-degree jaw-dropping views, Alamosa offers the perfect setting for a romantic escape. From walks along the river to starlit strolls on the tallest dunes in North America, Alamosa has everything you need for your next long weekend getaway. Day One: A Morning Stroll, A…
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Family Fun Itinerary
Day One Head for the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve! The best part of this giant sand box is the beach! Every year, snow runoff creates a warm, clear creek across the sand. It’s better than the beach because it’s so clean and runs from the base of…
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Museums, Cultural & Spiritual
Did you know that the Navajo consider Blanca Peak to be one of four sacred mountains that comprise the borders of their native lands? Or that many southwestern tribes consider the San Luis Valley to be the birthplace of their people, a spiritual place they’ve termed “Sipapu?” Did you know…
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Bird Watching & Wildlife Viewing
Grab your binoculars and head out for a day of bird watching. But first, don’t forget to pack a picnic lunch. There are great lunch options around Alamosa; both City Market and Safeway feature delicatessens, and plenty of other lunchtime favorites! Blanca Vista Park Just north of downtown Alamosa, bird…
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Snowmobiling
Load up your sleds, jump on 1-25 and head south to Hwy 160, taking you into the San Luis Valley and some of the best undiscovered areas for amazing snowmobiling. Stay the night at one of our lodging properties, and get a good night’s rest. After a hearty breakfast, head…
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Great Sand Dunes Winter Activities
Great Sand Dunes National Park is open year round with the scenery and landscapes being equally as breathtaking in winter as in summertime visit. Just a short drive from I-25 to Hwy 160 west leads you to the San Luis Valley and Great Sand Dunes Country. From Hwy 160, outside…
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Snowshoeing & Cross Country Skiing
Ready to shake off those winter cobwebs? Head to the San Luis Valley for some fantastic snowshoeing and cross country skiing! Unbelievable scenic views, amazing snow, and precious solitude await you. After a great night’s stay in one of our lodging facilities and a rib-sticking breakfast, head west through South Fork…