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Colorado
State Park - San Luis
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In the shadow of the Great Sand Dunes National Monument,
sits peaceful San Luis State Park and Wildlife Area. Nestled among
low sand dunes in this unique desert are wildlife-laden wetlands
and approximately nine miles of easy, level hiking and biking trails.
Waterfowl, shorebirds, songbirds and raptors fill the sky over this
outstanding watchable wildlife area most of the year. In addition,
big game such as deer and elk can be seen roaming the surrounding
ranchland. Bison are found at the nearby Rocky Mountain Bison Ranch.
San Luis State Park features a modern campground with showers and
electricity, fishing, windsurfing, boating, water skiing, picnicking
and photographic opportunities. The park is located just 15 minutes
west of the Great Sand Dunes on the Los Caminos Antiquos Scenic
and Historic Byway.
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The Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Great Sand Dunes National Mounument
and Preserve provide a beautiful view across the lake.
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THE CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED FOR THE SEASON FROM DECEMBER 15 THROUGH
LATE MAY. For group camping information call the Lathrop State Park
Office @ 719-738-2376. Please pack out all the trash that you pack
in! The Mosca Campground is located in a high desert valley, there
are no trees. However, all of the campsites and picnic areas do
have shade shelters over the picnic tables. Be prepared for changing
weather conditions, high winds are common. Fires are permitted in
designated grills only.
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Directions - Take Highway 160 west from Walsenburg for 60 miles.
Go north on Highway 150 for 13.5 miles. Turn left on Six Mile Lane
and drive straight for 8 miles and then drive north 1/8 mile to
park entrance.
San Luis State Park
County Lane 6 North (P.O. Box 175)
Mosca, CO 81146
(719) 378-2020
sanluis.park@state.co.us
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