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 Sierra Vista Interpretive Site
   Area Status:
 For Santa Fe National Historic Trail travelers heading south, the changing horizon from plains to mountains was a major milestone on their journey. One of their guiding landmarks was the distant Spanish Peaks, which came into view along this section of the trail. A short walk up the side of a bluff will give you a commanding view of the Rocky Mountains and surrounding prairie. A view very similar to that seen by early travelers. Hikers and horseback riders can follow a 3-mile section of the Santa Fe National Historic Trail to Timpas Picnic Area. No bathrooms or water are available at this site.
  At a Glance Operational Hours:
				All dayRentals & Guides:
				NoneArea Amenities:
				ParkingFees:
				NonePermit Info:
				Commercial tours required to have a special use permit. Fees vary. Contact the Forest Service office in La Junta phone 719-384-2181, for further information.Open Season:
				Open Year RoundUsage:
				LightRestrictions:
				Park in designated areas only. No shooting.Closest Towns:
				La Junta, ColoradoWater:
				NoneRestroom:
				NoneOperated By:
				USDA Forest Service
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 Recreation Map Map showing recreational areas. 
		
			Map Information
 Activities Hiking Day Hiking
 Horse Riding & Camping Horse Riding All livestock brought onto the Comanche National Grassland must use certified weed free hay and feed. **Status:**
						Open**Fees:**
						None**Hours of Operation:**
						Year around**Difficulty Level:**
						Easy**Rental info:**
						None available
 Nature Viewing Viewing Scenery
 Amenities **Parking:**
					RV and bus parking available
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	**Pike-San Isabel National Forests &
Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
Forest Supervisor Office**

2840 Kachina Drive
Pueblo, CO 81008
719-553-1400
TTY: 719-553-1404
M-F 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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