Things to Do in Antonito, CO
Located in the San Luis Valley
Art and Architecture
Cano's Castle, A must see folk art structure made from recycled wire
metal and aluminum cans built by a Native American Vietnam Vet located
at the corner of 10th Ave and State St.
The original Denver and Rio Grande Antonito Train Depot built in 1880
of volcanic stone and was in use until 1951.
The Warshauer Mansion, a large 1912 brick and stucco home built for
Fred B. Warshauer, a German immigrant and sheep businessman.
Parks
Rio Grande National Forest
Great Sand Dunes National Park
Railway
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, The longest and highest historic
narrow guage railroad in the world. (719) 376-5488 located at 3829 US
HWY 285
Restaurants
Dos Hermanos Restaurant (719) 376-5589 435 Main Street, outdoor
summer seating
Dutch Mill Restaurant & Bar (719) 376-2373, (719) 376-5089 407 Main
Street, outdoor summer seating
G-6 Drive Inn (Seasonal) 222 Main Street
Peoples Drug Stores (719) 376-5450 327 Main Street (Old time
milkshakes)
Scenic Byway
Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic & Historic Byway starts in Alamosa, goes
through Antonito and ends high in the mountains at the New Mexico
Border. Visit local landmarks and heritage sights in addition to
enjoying views of local wildlife. (719) 379-3500 |
