Finding the perfect summer getaway for your family isn’t always easy, but when you Visit Alamosa, the opportunities for family friendly fun seems almost unmatched! Spending a week in Alamosa is easy when there are this many options! Continue reading below to start picking all of the best activities for your crew!
Splash and Play
Take the day to splash and play at one of two locally owned swimming pools! The kids will love the water, as both locations are filled with geothermal waters, making it the perfect temperature to swim all day and not worry about the kiddos complaining about being cold!
Splashland
Complete with water slides, this location looks like it is straight out of a good old fashioned summer pool flick! There is plenty of room, so bring your floaties, pack the snacks and get ready for a great family day!
Sand Dunes Recreation
Located a little further out of town, you will find Sand Dunes Recreation. A modern take on a public pool and full of options for even the smallest children, this location can’t be skipped! Find on site pool floats and toy rentals, a kitchen serving up a full menu, a large pool with sectioned depths, a kiddie pool for the tots, a small slide into a shallow splash lagoon, and even a hot tub for the parents! This location is also complete with picnic tables and charcoal grills on a grassy area for public use as well as a volleyball and basketball court. There will be no issues getting the kids to stay all day…you might have trouble getting them to leave, however!
A day at the dunes
A trip to Alamosa without experiencing Great Sand Dunes National Park would be a missed opportunity for introducing your little ones to light, outdoor adventure! Within the park, there is a little bit of everything. Find light hikes, sandboarding and sand sledding adventures within the park. Looking to see the park from a different view? Look into booking a Rugged Air tour or an adventure with Mountain Master Off-Road Tours. See the dune field from the sky, or hit the back trails of the park with a professional guide for an experience your family will never forget.
Vintage Arcade Games
For the parents and grandparents of the group, walking into No-Limit Arcade is sure to be a blast from the past! The kids will love this space and you will love spending the afternoon teaching your kids how to play all of the vintage arcade games that you might not have gotten to play in awhile! Let your inner kid out and have a blast with the whole crew.
Museums You Can’t Miss
San Luis Valley Museum
Immerse yourself in the history of the town that you are visiting and learn all about the people and things that make this town so special! Experience authentic exhibits and thrilling articles that tell the story of Alamosa.
Luther Bean Museum at Adams State University
Filled with beautiful art, exquisite pottery, figures, and collections from all over in one place for your viewing pleasure
Unique Adventures–just a stone throw away!
Colorado Gators Reptile Park
We know you probably didn’t think planning a Colorado vacation would involve seeing alligators, but we promise you won’t want to miss this! Explore the park, feed the gators, interact with the emu and turtles and other reptile friends along the way! Hold a baby gator and get a snap of a day you wont want to forget!
UFO Watchtower
Step into the extraordinary and see if you are a believer after visiting the UFO Watchtower. Read the stories and tales of the alien sighting in the area and Snippy the horse–the reason the tower was established in the first place! Stay into the night for your chance to possibly spot a UFO! Even if you don’t, the dark open sky makes for unreal views of the stars.
Frisbee Golf at Cattails
Frolf (frisbee golf) is a great way to get outside, unplug, and really spend time with your family!
This is great for antsy kiddos looking to burn off some steam and even the most unimpressed preteen in your group! Spend an afternoon among breathtaking scenery and serenity, you won’t be disappointed!
Take advantage of Visit Alamosa’s kid friendly Activity Itinerary!
Designed with kids in mind, the Visit Alamosa Adventure Itinerary is the perfect way to see Alamosa and have a great time doing it! Pick yours up in the Colorado Welcome Center at 610 State Avenue when you get into town for a great way to see the area and have the kids excited and entertained along the way!
Adventure is calling and you can find it in Alamosa! Start planning your family friendly adventure today and let Alamosa introduce your family to outdoor adventue at the perfect pace!
