wHat to Expect Kosmos stargazing experience begins with an orientation and safety briefing to help your eyes to adjust to the dark. Guided by an expert astronomer, you’ll embark on a journey through the night sky, identifying celestial objects with the help of a laser pointer.
Read More >An exceptional variety of terrain, abundant snowfall and plenty of powder days makes Wolf Creek a place for everyone to enjoy. Exploring all varieties of terrain is simple with a refined lift system inclusive of eleven lifts total, ranging from high-speed detachable quads and triple chairlifts to rolling conveyors. Wolf Creek has gradual sloping, wide green runs for beginners to excellent expert terrain. Tree skiing is endless and advanced skiers and boarders have many chutes, glades, bowls, ridges and steeps to choose from that give an in-bounds backcountry experience. Finding intermediate groomers to cruise down isn’t hard to find either.
Read More >Created to meet passenger train needs for the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad, this engine was part of an order of 12 engines and is said to be one of the oldest surviving locomotives of the D&RG Railroad!
Read More >A large family park in Alamosa located near Downtown. Has play equipment for kids, paved track to walk, close river access, grass, shaded tables, benches, and swings Home to many of Alamosa's Summer events and festivals!
Read More >Sculptures that are annually updated and installed in Downtown Alamosa, CO
Read More >Arguably Colorado's most unique roadside attraction, the UFO Watchtower invites extraterrestrial seekers and curious minds alike to the watchtower for a chance to spot an alien or UFO for themselves. Allegedly, this location has hosted numerous UFO sightings over the years, which could in part be possible thanks to Alamosa's vast and unfiltered view of the night's sky.
Read More >Previously one of the largest iron ore-producing mines in Colorado, the Orient Mine is full of history... not to mention many other surprises! Today the mine is home to over 250,000 migratory bats and the area is designated by the Colorado Division of Wildlife as a Natural Area. Although the mine itself is closed due to wildlife conservation efforts, the outside area is frequented by wildlife enthusiasts who are interested in getting a peak at the large bat gathering that calls the mine home.
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