Home About Visit Outdoor Recreation Events Business Directory Accommodations Arts/Entertainment Dining Recreation Shopping Set upon Colorado’s southeastern plains, amid shimmering grasslands and beside majestic canyons, Prowers County epitomizes the American frontier spirit. Home to a population that honors a connection to the land, respects the hundreds of unique, historical characters who helped shape the region, and carries an optimism for a future that utilizes sustainable farming and energy practices, Prowers County is leading the way toward growth and prosperity. Discover the beauty of a Colorado grasslands’ sunset, the joy of large bird populations, and the peace that lies at the base of a canyon or alongside a tranquil lake. Discover Prowers County, Colorado’s southeastern gateway. Let's Begin Prowers County Communities Heritage Press Points of Interest Arts & Culture Self-Guided Tours Outdoor Recreation Events check out Most Popular Posts Big Timbers Museum Big Timbers Museum features artifacts and exhibits of the history and legacy of the High Plains of Eastern Colorado. Exhibits range from the pioneers, dust bowl, and homesteaders to an exciting display of original World War I posters. Read more The Willow Creek Nature Trail The Willow Creek Trail provides a unique opportunity for visitors to observe migratory birdlife, native plants, mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and fish in a variety of ecosystems, including short grass prairie and riparian habitats. Read more Great High Prairie Wind Power Projects What better place to harvest the wind than the windy prairies of southeastern Colorado? Dotted over the years by a variety of historic water-pumping windmills, the area now blends its historic past with a progressive future. Read more John Martin Reservoir State Park John Martin Reservoir, the largest body of water in southeastern Colorado, sits like a sapphire on the plains. This state park is not only a Santa Fe National Historic Trail Site but many also consider it to be a birdwatcher’s paradise with almost 400 species documented. Read more read our Latest Press Colorado teacher, students rebuild Japanese American prison camp piece by piece NBC News | by Sarak Kuta | February 16, 2020 Brighten Up Winter With These Amazing U.S. Birding Festivals Forbes | by Lavanya Sunkara | December, 2019 Lamar’s train depot now on National Register of Historic Places Denver Post | by Catherine Reyes | October, 2019 see our feed Instagram thegreathighprairie Load More... Follow on Instagram About Discover the American frontier spirit and more in Colorado’s southeastern gateway. Quick Links About Special Event Application Contact Us Public Relations Monthly Newsletter SIGN UP NOW! Copyright 2020 Prowers County | Web design by VistaWorks