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Alamosa In 1878, Spanish settlers founded the small town of Alamosa in the largest alpine valley in the world, the San Luis Valley, lying at 7,500 feet above sea level.  The primary source of employment in the area includes agriculture, retail, government, and education.  While the population of 9,000 may not sound large, the Community offers much more than you might expect with two colleges and bountiful activities.
Town Website: http://www.alamosa.org/chamber-of-commerce Weather: Winter - High 41, Low 6, Summer - High 78, Low 43 Activities:
  • Joyful Journey Hot Springs and Valley View Hot Springs
  • Great San Dunes National Park
  • Beautiful hike to the Zapata Falls
Skiing:
  • Monarch Ski Resort 90 miles away
  • Wolf Creek Ski Resort 95 miles away
Schools: Alamosa School District - 4 Elementary Schools, Ortega Middle School, Alamosa High School, and two colleges - Adams State College and Trinidad State Junior College Closest Airport: San Luis Valley Regional Airport 0 miles away Major Airport: Denver International Airport 163 miles away Population: 8,780 County: Alamosa