​Road Trip Itineraries in Southern Colorado
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Enjoy exploring the Mystic San Luis Valley of Southern Colorado through these suggested itineraries!

Includes the towns of: Saguache, Antonito, San Luis, La Jara, Manassa, La Veta, Lake City, Creede, Monte Vista, Del Norte, Walsenburg, Cuchara, Crestone, Alamosa, Ft Garland, Blanca, South Fork, Center, Conejos, Mosca, Sanford, Moffat, Hooper, Villa Grove.

3 Scenic Byways:
​Short Walks, Long Views

Three Scenic Byways in Southern Colorado offers a 3-day road tour for travelers who like frequent stops, short walks and awe-inspiring walking trails that are good for both kids and dogs.

3 Scenic Byways:
​Best in Class

Find five days to explore three scenic byways  or simply immerse yourself in one of these big nationally important themes—geology, history, or culture. 

3 Scenic Byways:
​Leaf Peeping in Southern Colorado

Wind your way through the Spanish Peaks, Sangre de Cristo and San Juan Mountains as you enjoy spectacular views along these three scenic byways!
Muraling Throughout the Mystic San Luis Valley
Delve into the Mystic SLV’s diverse history while you tour a sampling of the area’s murals.  We’ll walk you through historic towns and give you a glimpse into the lives of early settlers, miners and cowboys through the lens of local artists.

Best Places to Explore Along Colorado’s New National Scenic Byways

"Call it the stuff of legend: Colorado’s scenery is so spectacular that the U.S. Department of Transportation recently added two of the state’s roadways to the America’s Byways list, which celebrates some of the most stunning driving routes in the country."

​Photo and article credit: Terri Cook 

In the Steps of Pioneers - Part 1

By the 1850s, Hispanic settlers from New Mexico had migrated into the San Luis Valley to establish small plazas within land grants issued by the Mexican governor in Santa Fe. These pioneers gave birth to the permanent settling of Colorado.  Soon after, people from a variety of backgrounds seeking mineral wealth, free land, or frontier experiences joined the progression.