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Great Sand Dunes National Park

Sometimes staying in the same place for too long can be tiring, especially in the midst of a pandemic. Luckily, Southern Colorado is full of places to explore! If you are having trouble deciding where to go or just looking for somewhere to escape for the day, Great Sand Dunes National Park is a great place to start!

Topping out at around 755 feet high, these impressive sand dunes are the tallest in North America. The dunes are surrounded by the 14,000 ft. peaks of the Sangre De Cristo mountain range, the Southernmost range of the Rocky Mountains. The contrast between the light sand of the dunes and the dark greens and blues of the mountains makes for a truly stunning view. If you like taking photos, you are sure to enjoy this area!

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Photo By: Gavin Kiker

In addition to taking in the views, visitors to the Great Sand Dunes can enjoy hiking and camping all throughout the park, splashing in Medano Creek when it’s flowing, and even sand-boarding and sledding. (Think snowboarding but with sand.) Sand toys are available to rent right before entering the park.

If driving slow offroad is more your speed, the Medano Pass Primitive Road may be for you! This 22 mile 4wd-only trail connects the Great Sand Dunes with Wet Mountain Valley and Colorado State Highway 69. The trail crosses Medano Creek nine times, and also takes you through some deep sand and even Bighorn Sheep habitat at the higher elevations.

Whether you want to backpack in and spend the night, or just pack a picnic and take some photos, Great Sand Dunes National Park makes for a wonderful Southern Colorado day trip! If you would like to see our featured homes in the area, click here. Don’t forget to like NextHome Rocky Mountain Realty & Rentals on Facebook for weekly virtual open houses and more!

Scenic Drives In Pagosa

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The Best Scenic Drives For Your Colorado Vacation

Pagosa Springs is home to some of the best scenic roads in Colorado. With more than 3 million acres of National Forest and wilderness areas, you are almost guaranteed to fall in love with these views as you head down the road. Below is a list of some of the best scenic drives Pagosa has to offer:

  1. Mill Creek Road – Turn off of Hwy 84 onto Mill Creek Road, next to the county fairgrounds. At 32 miles round trip, this road provides great panoramic views of Squaretop Mountain, as well as the upper San Juan Valley and the Blanco Basin. All but the last mile or so is accessible with any conventional vehicle, however 4wd is recommended if it has been raining. The road dead-ends, so you must return via the same route.
  2. Blanco Basin Road – Head south down Hwy 84 to the Blanco Basin Turnoff (CR 326) for amazing views of the Continental Divide, Squaretop Mountain, and Oil Mountain. If you have time for a  quick (6 mile) side trip, I recommend taking a right turn onto Castle Creek Road (FS 660) across the Rio Blanco to Fish Creek. These roads dead-end and are approximately 40mi round trip.
  3. Lobo Overlook – Accessible from June to September, this spectacular overlook is located on the summit of Wolf Creek Pass on the North side of the road. With restrooms and a picnic area at the top, this is a great place to stop for a quick photo-shoot or just a lunch break! Accessible by conventional vehicles.
  4. Plumtaw/Piedra Loop –  This 35 mile long Forest Service Access road begins in town as Four Mile Road and soon transitions into one of the highest forest roads in the area; making for great vistas and fall foliage opportunities. As Plumtaw transitions into Piedra Road (CR600,) you will cross over the Piedra River, and pass by the beautiful Piedra Gorge. This dirt road is accessible by all vehicles in the summer and fall months.
  5. East Fork – Located 10 miles down Hwy 160 on the right, East Fork provides incredible scenic views of “beehive” rock formations, as well as many valley and river views. The drive includes 2 river crossings, as well as some technical terrain so 4 wheel drive and high clearance is required. At the upper end of the valley there is a fork; going left will take you over Elwood Pass all the way to Summitville.

These are just a few of the many scenic drives Pagosa has to offer. It is recommended to check road conditions and closings here ahead of time so your drive goes as smoothly as possible. Drive Safe and don’t be afraid to explore!Scenic Roads

Free Fishing Weekend – June 6 to June 7, 2020

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Free Fishing Weekend – June 6 to June 7, 2020

                  A great time to try fishing in Colorado!

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The fish are starting to bite at waters all around the state. To give everyone an opportunity to get out and get some hits, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is inviting resident and nonresident anglers of all ages to participate in its annual Free Fishing Weekend on June 6 to 7. The free fishing weekend is a great way to get outside with family and friends and take advantage of Colorado’s extensive opportunities to fish for a myriad of cold and warm water fish species.

Tips & Hotspots

There are many resources that Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers to help those interested in fishing throughout the state:

  • Fishing Report– This report offers a weekly fishing report from lakes all around Colorado
  • Fishing Atlas– This is an interactive map that shows the many waters people can fish in Colorado
  • 101 Places to Take a Kid Fishing– this webpage has an interactive map showing all of the possible places to take a kid fishing
  • Stocking Report– The stocking report shows lakes, ponds, and rivers that have been stocked with catchable (9 to 12 inch) trout in Colorado.

https://cpw.state.co.us/free-fishing-weekend

SUMMER TIME~ PAGOSA STYLE

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Well it is official, PAGOSA SPRINGS IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!

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The weather is beautiful & there is plenty of water in the San Juan River to go rafting.  As we all start to get outside more and realize how much we have missed nature. Lets take this to time to EMBRACE LIFE ~ enjoy everyday, tell the ones you care about that you care, do the things that you have longed to do. Enjoy everyday and be thankful for this day.

If you are in need of a vacation rental while in Pagosa Springs, CO or maybe you are moving to Pagosa Springs- or maybe you are looking to BUY in Pagosa Springs, CO – YOU ARE IN LUCK !  We can assist you with all of that, WE have Short term & Long term rentals as well as a experienced & talented Real Estate Agents.

please visit our website at nexthomermr.com or call us at 970-507-8655.

 

JUST LISTED! 318 Grenadier

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SPACIOUS 4 BEDROOM HOME IN LAKE HATCHER AREA WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS! This home has great mountain views and plenty of yard for all activities or just to sit on the deck and enjoy the peacefulness. Lake Hatcher subdivision has so much to offer if you prefer to not be in the heart of tourism and traffic. Only 6 miles to the grocery store and access to the 5 stocked lakes and the Rec center which houses the indoor salt water pool, Jacuzzi, weight room and more. Hatcher lake being a trophy lake, this home would be a dream for the family fisherman. Views of Pagosa Peak. The upstairs is like a huge master suite with its own deck and family room. Downstairs are the other 3 bedrooms including the original master. Dual Masters! Both levels of the home have their own free standing stoves. Sellers are motivated to sell and are looking for a new family to enjoy their mountain home Pagosa.

 

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Let’s Ride!

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For those of you who like the outdoors and are looking for trails to ride your ATVs, this is the place for you. In this picture below there are details of trails and rental places for you and your family! As well as more activities for you to do while visiting Pagosa Springs. It’s starting to feel like summer and the summer activities are here for you. Click the image below!…ATV PicturePhoto Credit to Google Images

Dog Of The Week!!

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This week’s dog is Mickey! Mickey is a beautiful Australian Cattle Shepard dog. He is a shy but a sweet dog looking for a family that will bring him out of his shell! Mickey loves to go on walks and play in the grass. Come visit Mickey today at the Humane Society located in Pagosa Springs as well as other furry friends. Click on the image below to see more information about Mickey and others!..

Mickey

                                                         Photo Credit to Humane Society

Summer!..

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It’s starting to feel real nice and sunny in Pagosa Springs. There are so many activities to do such as paddle boarding, rafting, fishing and more! We’ve had so much snow this winter that the San Juan River will be high for tubing and floating. So many beautiful trails to hike and festivals to see! In the picture below there will be a link to many more activities Pagosa has to offer for friends and families!..

Pagosa Springs                    Photo Credits to Google Images

Kitty Kitty!

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This week we’ll be featuring Izzy, an all black cat. Izzy is very sweet and would love a forever home to run around and play in. Head out to the Humane Society located in Pagosa Springs to visit Izzy and many other furry friends. Click on her picture below for more information!..

izzy                                                                   Photo Credit To Humane Society

Jasper!

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We have chosen Jasper for dog of the week! Jasper is a purebred Australian Cattle Dog. He loves going on hikes and would be the perfect dog to adopt since spring is just right around the corner! He is house trained and looking for a forever home! Click on Jasper to get more information today!…

JasperPhoto Credit to Humane Society