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The La Veta - Cuchara Chamber invites you to visit its special piece of Spanish Peaks Country. Here are its top reasons to visit La Veta and Cuchara. La Veta and Cuchara have some of the most unique geological features in the country. The 82-mile Highway of Legends was selected by The Lonely Planet as one [...] Tags: cuchara, la veta
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About, Communities
Cuchara is a charming, mountain village tucked on the eastern slopes of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in the heart of the Cucharas River Valley. Surrounded by the San Isabel National Forest with all its lakes, mountains, and wilderness, this village is a favorite respite for Colorado hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts. At the heart [...] Tags: cuchara, hiking, mountain pass, shopping
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Half Day Itineraries, Itineraries
The small towns of La Veta and Cuchara are sure to surprise you. Not only are they enveloped by gorgeous scenery, they also offer historic museums, art galleries, and hikes filled with unique geological features. However, if you have only a few hours, the following activities are a must. Activity #1 - Francisco Fort Museum [...] Tags: cuchara, hiking, la veta, museum, trails
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Full Day Itineraries, Itineraries
Spanish Peaks Country is awesome for families. We've got affordable, outdoor play that shows off our incredible scenery and cools you down when the days are hot. Activity #1 – Rio Grande Scenic Railroad Enjoy a leisurely and scenic ride that curves and winds through steep rocky grade and mountain meadows with elk, eagles, and [...] Tags: art galleries, cuchara, hiking, la veta, mini golf, palygrounds, parks, railroad, swimming, water park, water slides
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Full Day Itineraries, Itineraries
La Veta and Cuchara bookmark a gorgeous valley filled with geological wonders and lush riverbanks. Fill your cultural bucket in La Veta before driving into Cuchara for a hike through the forest. Activity #1 – Francisco Fort Museum The Francisco Fort Museum is the last surviving original adobe fort in the state. It houses artifacts [...] Tags: art galleries, cuchara, hiking, la veta, mini golf
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Experiences, Featured Posts on Homepage, Outdoor Recreation
Cuchara, with its lush, pine forests, is made for hiking. Plan your next weekend getaway to Cuchara and spend your days lost in nature on any one of the following trails. #1 - Spring Creek Trail 10 miles | Moderate to Difficult The Spring Creek Trail is a moderate to difficult trail that winds up [...] Tags: cuchara, hiking, mountain biking, trailheads, trails
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