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??? Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve ?? Zapata Falls ?? Fishing Spots in the Valley *Crystal Lakes - Remote, family-run lakes near Del Norte with brook, cutthroat, brown, and tiger trout. *Rio Grande River & South Fork - Exceptional trout fishing (rainbow, brown, brook, cutthroat) accessible near Del?Norte and Alamosa, with public river access and USFS campgrounds. *Conejos River stretch - A 5-mi stretch near Menkhaven to Aspen?Glade, plus Platoro Reservoir with rainbow and cutthroat opportunities. *San Luis Lakes & Blanca Wildlife Habitat - Lakes and wetlands ideal for waterfowl, fishing, and birdwatching. BLM-managed and either seasonal or year-round access. ?? Hiking & Wildlife Observation *Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge - Meadowlark Nature Trail for bird-watching among over 200 species. *Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge - Protected Rio Grande riparian habitat with trails and migratory bird sightings (). *Sangre de Cristo Wilderness - 180?mi of rugged trails through alpine terrain, close to 14,000-ft peaks. *Cross Creek Trail & Blue Lake Trail - Popular scenic hikes featured among locals. ??? Historical & Cultural Attractions *Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic & Historic Byway - 129-mi route highlighting Old?Spanish Trail, Fort?Garland, Cumbres & Toltec Railroad, and historic towns. *Fort Garland Historic Site, Luther Bean Museum, Art & Cultural Sites in Del Norte *Hot Springs Nearby - Several thermal pools around Alamosa, such as Joyful Journey and Sand Dunes Swimming Pool. *Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad - Vintage steam train ride through canyon landscapes along the historic byway.