Expert: Sherry Pacino - 11/5/2007

Question
Hi!  

 I've always held a interest in CO, and people that I've talked to have had nothing but wonderful things to say about the state.  As I am nearing my college graduation, I'm pondering thoughts of relocating (I'm a Washington state native) and CO seems like a possibility.  I was hoping to plan a trip down there in the next few months to just get a "feel" for the area (I suppose as much as you can within a short amount of time), but I was looking for suggestions on places you think I should see/do.  Any information would be helpful.  Thank You.

Sincerely,

Lindsay

Answer
Lindsay,

What part of Colorado would you like to visit?  I hope Southern Colorado!  First of all, since I don't know when you are coming, you should check out our Calendar of Events and see exactly what is going on during the time you plan to arrive.  It is at http://www.trinidadcolorado.net/calnew/
If you like to golf, I suggest http://www.cougarcanyonliving.com/
If you plan to visit in the summer, The Blues Fest is great!
http://www.trinidaddio.com/
Also, do take a look at http://www.santafetrailscenicandhistoricbyway.org/events.html This site always has great things to do in this area!
Very close to town, we have Trinidad Lake State Park http://parks.state.co.us/parks/trinidadlake and during the fall the colors on the Scenic Highway of Legends is beautiful! http://www.coloradodirectory.com/maps/legends.html
The Great Sand Dunes is always a great place to see http://www.nps.gov/grsa
Here is a site you can find some other great activites http://www.historictrinidad.com/tourism/activities.html
and for places to stay?  I recommend http://www.blackjackssaloon.com/  I would be happy to be more specific.  Just write me back and I will be happy to help!