Westcliffe Attractions


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Royal Gorge Scenic Bridge
A place that brings together the scenic beauty of the Grand Canyon and the human achievement of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Approx. 45 minutes from Westcliffe
 



 

Mission Wolf is a peaceful wolf sanctuary located in the remote mountains of Colorado.

Approx. 45 minutes from Westcliffe
 




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Great Sand Dunes National Park
Explore the tallest dunes in North America! Whether hiking, sliding, exploring in a dunes wheelchair - or simply playing - the Great Sand Dunes are a unique wilderness area protected for all to enjoy!

Approx. 1 1/2 hours from Westcliffe

 


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Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
The park offers many activities to teach you about the history of this area. At the visitor center, located in the center of the park, exhibits go through the history of the Fossil Beds. Rangers also offer interpretive talks and free mini seminars in the summer.

Approx. 2 hours from Westcliffe
 

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Bishops Castle
Over twenty years of construction from natural stone, all accomplished by one man, Jim Bishop. Visit Bishops Castle for an amazing adventure. Gift Shop on premises.

located on Hwy 165 approximately 12 miles southeast of the junction of Hwy 96 and Hwy 165.

Approx 45 minutes from Westcliffe

 

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Fishing

   
     
Lake De Weese

Hwy 69 south from the town of
Westcliffe, approx 1/4 mile, make a left
on Lake De Weese Road.

 

Camping, Fishing and Boating, as well as the 4th of July Fireworks Celebration is normally held on the Lake.

 
52 Mountain Lakes    
370 Mountain Streams    
     

Hiking Trails

   
Rainbow Trail Approximately 100 miles long with altitudes between 9,000 to 10,000 feet.  Mountain bikes, ATVs, dirt bikes and horses only permitted on part of the trail. Snow and rain gear should be carried at all times. More info at the Visitors Center in Westcliffe open May 23rd thru Sept 7.

 
Cottonwood Creek Trail  Moderate
8 miles · A favorite of outfitters and campers, leading to a large, grassy basin. Access south off the Rainbow Trail from the Alvarado Campground.


 
Comanche-Venable Trail Comanche Lake - Moderate
9 miles · Trailhead located at the Alvarado Campground, one of the most popular in the Sangres.

 
Goodwin Lakes Moderate
12 miles · A popular destination for hikers and fishermen to 3 medium-sized lakes. Access off the Rainbow Trail north of Alvarado Campground.

 
Hermit Trail Moderate
12 miles · Used by 4-wheelers as well as hikers. Featuring 3 lakes and was the setting of much of the John Belushi movie, "Continental Divide.
Horn Lakes Moderate
5 miles · Trailhead located at the end of Horn Road, south of Westcliffe, leading to a large basin at Horn Lake with great camping.

Lake of the Clouds Trail  Moderate
10 miles · A steep upper section leads to 3 mountain lakes in a basin known for its own weather microsystem. Accessed from the Gibson Trailhead off Hermit Rd in Westcliffe.

 
Music Pass Moderate
8-12 miles · (Length depends on where you park your vehicle). The view is considered one of the most scenic valleys in the range. Located south of Westcliffe on Hwy 69.

 
Marble Cave Trail Difficult
12 miles · The Marble Caves, with stories of hidden Conquistador gold and chained-up skeletons. Accessed between South Colony Road and Music Pass Road.

 
North Colony Trail Moderate/Difficult
18 miles · Not the steepest trail in the range, but its length makes it one of the more lightly-used trails. Features include a waterfall and a series of rock outcroppings.

 
North Taylor Lake Moderate
10 miles · One of the most spacious valleys in the Sangres. Trailhead south of the Gibson Trailhead. Megan Lake lies at timberline and is the crash site of a WWII military plane.

 
South Colony Moderate
12 miles · Leads to the very popular Crestones: Crestone Peak and Crestone Needle. The deeply rutted road is heavily traveled by brave drivers as well as hikers.

 
Stout Creek Trail & Bushnell Lake Trail Difficult
The Stout Creek Trail, (off the Rainbow Trail), offers a steep trek to some of the best waterfalls in the state. From the same trailhead is to Bushnell Lake at 11,500'.

Tanner Trail Difficult
7 miles · 10 miles south of Cañon City on Oak Creek Grade (CR 143), climbing to over 9,000 feet and offering spectacular views of the Arkansas River Valley.

 
Texas Creek Trail Difficult
16 miles · Accessed from the Gibson Trailhead off the Rainbow Trail, ends at a huge boulder field at timberline.

 
Venable Lakes Moderate/Difficult
12 miles · A popular trail to the Venable Falls, one of the most scenic in the Sangres. The trailhead is located at Alvarado Campground.

Mountain Climbing

   
     
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Crestone Needle (14,197 ft.)    
Crestone Peak (14,294 ft.)    
Humbolt Peak (14,064 ft.)    
Kit Carson Peak (14,165 ft.)    
     
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