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Your Guide to Las Animas County and Huerfano County in Southern Colorado
StonewallStonewall is a village located at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. It grew around a large gap in the Dakota Wall from which it takes it's name. The elevation is around 8,000 feet. As were most towns in the Purgatoire River Valley, it was first populated in the 1860's by Hispanic settlers from the Mora, New Mexico area. One of the first sttlers in Stonewall was named James Stoner, and it has been said the Dakota Wall the dominates the landscape was originally known as "Stoner's Wall". It has long been a favored retreat, known for it's quiet, Alpine beauty. The Stonewall Country Club celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2004.
For more information... Stonewall Fire Department. 7375 Highway 12. Phone: (719) 868-3046. Attractions in and near StonewallBosque del Oso State Wildlife Area. Deer, elk, black bear, mountain lion, small game, wild turkey Great Dikes of the Spanish Peaks. Monument Lake. This high-altitude lake was constructed by the WPA in 1937. North Lake - North Fork State Wildlife Area. North Lake is home to four species of trout. San Isabel National Forest. San Isabel National Forest is one of eleven National Forests in Colorado. The Forest includes over one million acres of beautiful scenery with snow-capped mountain peaks, spring wildflowers, autumn colors, crystal clear mountain lakes, and clear blue skies to enjoy. Where to eat and stay in StonewallRestaurants Stonewall Shopping Bag.
6689 Highway 12. Phone: (719) 868-2255. Bed and Breakfasts Colt Ranch B&B.
10,000 County Road 43.6. Phone: (719) 845-0353. Email: coltranch@msn.com. http://www.coltranch.com Campgrounds and RV Parks Stonewall Inn & Rv Park.
6673 State Highway 12. Phone: (719) 868-2294. Land Developments Near Stonewall |
