The top skiing in the nation is in the Rockies where 8 major ski areas are within easy driving distance from the San Luis Valley. Ski the Continental Divide at Wolf Creek, which has the most snow of any Colorado ski area, or try nearby Monarch, Crested Butte or Ski Cooper. Four New Mexico ski areas are also within a hundred miles: Angel Fire, Red River, Sipapu and the famed Taos Ski Valley. Closer to the property, try cross country skiing or snowmobiling for outdoor winter fun.

Just as popular as skiing and other winter sports are the fishing and hunting in the area. According to locals, the finest Northern Pike and Rainbow Trout fishing in the region is here. In season, you can hunt duck, pheasant, grouse, wild turkey, deer, elk, bear and other wildlife - a sportsman's paradise!

Valley View Hot Springs: The western slope of the Sangre de Cristo mountains is a natural setting for soaking, swimming, and camping. Four natural ponds with water temperatures varying from 80 to 98 degrees, a hot tub and a wood burning sauna with a small pool inside welcome bathers.

Joyful Journeys Hot Springs: Surrounded by streams, hiking trails and the San Luis Valley, these natural geothermal springs are a nurturing and relaxing retreat. The hot springs are kept at 98 to 108 degrees and are rich in minerals. Several spa treatments are available

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve: Visit one of the most remarkable landscape features in the San Luis Valley. The park contains the highest dunes in the U.S. The campground and interpretive center lets you stay awhile, hike the dunes and learn about this diverse ecosystem.

Zapata Falls: Take a short, steep hike to the impressive natural falls on Zapata Creek. View the immense San Luis Valley while enjoying a nice picnic.

San Dunes Swimming Pool: Also known as the historic Hooper Pool, this huge hot springs pool overlooks the Sangre de Cristo peaks and offers a huge pool, with low and high diving boards, a kiddy pool and adult therapy pool. RV sites are also available.

San Luis Lakes State Park and Wildlife Area: This lake has a picnic area, modern campground, nature trails, boating and fishing - all with spectacular views of the towering mountain peaks and sand dunes