Spring In
Spanish Peaks
Stay A While
Overview
Spring is in full swing, and Spanish Peaks Country is buzzing with the kind of creative energy that makes you want to roll down your windows and stay awhile. Whether you’re here for live music, vibrant murals, handmade treasures, or high-country thrills, May is the month to lean into the magic.
Things To Do
Spring Events
The town’s biggest block party happens at the end of May! Get ready for Porchfest, when Walsenburg transforms into a live music wonderland with porch concerts, yard sales, bake sales, and all the neighborly charm you can handle. Bring your dancing shoes and your best story-swapping game—it’s going to be a good one.
But the weekend celebration kicks off with FAR OUT Murals. Watch local and visiting artists bring new life to the town with fresh paint, big ideas, and interactive art events that blur the line between spectator and creator.
Gravel Biking
Discover the thrill of gravel biking in Spanish Peaks Country! With endless miles of scenic backroads, this southern Colorado gem offers rides for every kind of rider—from relaxed 12-mile loops to rugged 100-mile adventures. Cruise past cattle guards (not cars), take in sweeping views of the Sangre de Cristos, and ride through a landscape rich with Old West history.
Whether you’re chasing solitude or serious elevation, your next favorite ride is waiting here.
Be sure to pick up the local gravel biking guide to find routes that match your skill level and interests. You can explore ride maps, tips, and more at spanishpeakscountry.com/gravel-biking.
Medano Pass
If you’re planning to explore Medano Pass, make it more than a scenic drive—make it a backcountry experience.
Start in Walsenburg, where history, art, and small-town charm set the tone. Then wind through La Veta and Cuchara, soaking up the vibrant galleries, local eats, and unforgettable mountain views. When Medano Pass opens for the season, it offers a rugged ride filled with creek crossings, wild terrain, and a jaw-dropping finale at Great Sand Dunes National Park.
Whether you’re off-roading, hiking, or just savoring the scenery, Spanish Peaks Country is where the journey really begins.
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THE COLORADO YOU BRAG ABOUT FINDING
Come For the Quiet. Stay For the Soul. Spanish Peaks Country isn’t about being loud—it’s about being real. Real hikes, real food, real people. Whether you’re chasing wildflowers or chasing a second helping of green chile, this is the Colorado you didn’t know you were missing.
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