Beautiful Location:
The Wet Mountain Valley offers beautiful mountain views in every direction. Nestled between the Wet Mountains and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the valley is filled with a variety of flora and fauna. Trails wind through the spruce and pine forests. Alpine meadows and lakes, as well as several of the tallest peaks in Colorado await those who venture into the high country. The valley has a rich history of ranching, which continues today. Outdoor enthusiasts have limitless opportunities for recreation. There are trails for hikers, bikers, and ATVing.
Out Of The Way, Yet Convenient:
Located 90 miles SW of Colorado Springs, 150 miles SW of Denver, 60 miles W of Pueblo, Colorado. Easy driving on state highways. Nearby attractions include;
Royal Gorge - 1 hour away in Canon City;
Gambling Casinos - 1 1/2 hours away in Cripple Creek;
Bishops Castle - 45 minutes away on Hwy 165 (a stone castle built by one man);
Mt. Princeton Hot Springs - 1 1/2 hours away north of Salida on Hwy 285;
Salida Hot Springs Pool - 1 hour away in Salida on Hwy 50;
White Water Rafting & Fishing - On the Arkansas river 30 miles north of Westcliffe;
Mission Wolf - Preserve for abandoned animals, 45 minutes away in the Wet Mountains;
National Forest & Rainbow Trail - 1 mile from cabin.
Activities and Entertainment:
Dining, Shopping, Art Galleries, Library, Restaurants, Museums,Theater, Bowling Alley all in the towns of Westcliffe & Silver Cliff, 10 minutes away.
Live Theater - May 21-23, 29-31, June 18-19, 20-21,25-28, July 2-5, 23-25, August 1-2, Sept 4-5;
Music - June 7, free band concert @ Hermit Park, July 8, free military jazz band concert @ Jones Theater.
Festivals -July 9-12, Annual High Mountain Hay Fever Bluegrass Festival, Sept 4-6, Annual Wet Mountain Western Days Festival;
Horse Events - June 4-6, National Cutting Horse Event, July 23-36, Sangre de Cristo Summer Cutting Classic;
Art - Sept 18-19, Sangres Art Guild Paint Out & Sale, Sept 19, Studio Tour & Gallery Walk, Sept 26, Art for the Sangres @ Historic Pines Ranch;
Just Fun Things - Parades, Pancake Breakfasts, July 4th car show & annual fireworks, 4-H Fair & Rodeo.
Contact us and we'll send you the Custer County Visitors Guide with everything you want to know about this area, and more!
