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4. Cuchara Pass And Cuchara Village
Entering the San Isabel National Forest, jaw-dropping views of the West Spanish Peak interspersed with green gold and red oak and hickory trees dotted along the Cucharas Pass flow past our window. In the heart of the Cucharas River Valley, I arrived in time for lunch at a favorite respite for Colorado outdoor enthusiasts, the Cuchara Village. Established in 1883, the once stagecoach stop is still a place to find good food, lodging, and mountain supplies.
Pro Tip: Download the Highway of Legends audio tour before you go. The actual Legendary route takes 2 hours; however, I spent 2 days on this route, so if you have a time constraint, plan each stop carefully.
The San Isabel National Forest in the Cuchara River Valley
Photo credit: Ann Bush
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