Own land in the San Luis Valley with its rich and fascinating cultural heritage and history. Elevation ranges from 7,000 feet on the valley floor to 14,345 at the summit of Blanca Peak. The Valley is 125 miles long and 50 miles wide and is one of the largest valley basins in the United States. The mighty Sangre de Cristo (Blood of Christ) Range lies to the east and south; The most unsual and most popular geographical feature in the valley is the ever-shifting Great Sand Dunes. The San Juan, La Garita and Conejos-Brazos Mountains are to the north and west of the Valley. The beautiful Rio Grande River originates in the nearby muntains and flows southeast through the Valley.
The Valley is predominantly a farming and agricultural community with Adam's State College being an important part of its economic structure. The property is within several hours drive to Denver and many of the country's leading resorts in Colorado and nearby New Mexico, including Taos and Santa Fe.
Major Attractions: Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad, Great Sand Dunes National Monument.
Festivals & Events: Crane Fesitval (mid-March); Sunshine Festival (1st weekend in June); Castles and Kites Festival (end of June); Ski-Hi Stampede (end of July).
Outdoor Activities: Mountain Biking, Fishing: Conejos River, La Jara Reservoir, Rio Grande, Sanchez Reservoir; Four-Wheel Drive Trips; Golf: (Cattails Golf Course-18 hole public golf course); Hiking and Backpacking: Blanca Peak, Crater Lake, Crestone Trails; Great Sand Dunes National Monument; Skiing: Cumbres Pass; Downhill Skiing and Snowboarding: Pagosa Springs; Swimming: Splashland.
