Fisher’s Peak, the distinctive landmark to the south, is a basalt-capped mesa of volcanic origin. To the north stands Simpson’s Rest, a sandstone bluff and scenic overlook. Fertile farms, ranch lands, volcanic mesas and breathtaking canyons lie to the east. To the west, just minutes away, you’ll find Trinidad Lake State Park, Stonewall, Monument Lake and other alpine lakes coupled with the magnificent Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
The quality of life is exceptional in Trinidad and Las Animas County. There are opportunities for recreation and relaxation for everyone. Golf, fishing, picnicking, camping, hiking, four-wheeling, wildlife, and hunting are just some of the recreational activities to be enjoyed. Cultural events, museums, shopping, dining, numerous clubs, organizations, movie theaters, choirs, churches, and musical groups will interest both the young and old at heart.
Golf in Trinidad Cougar Canyon features a Jack Nicolas designed golf course, hotel and resort style living. The Links at Cougar Canyon brings to Colorado one of the most unique links course golf experiences in the U.S. with a course that stretches over 7,700 yards for the professional and has numerous tee boxes for golfers of all abilities. The course winds through valleys, along mesas and up Grey Creek Wash, affording players breathtaking views of the Sangre De Cristo mountains, the Spanish Peaks and Fishers Peak.

The Towns of the Highway of Ledgends

As one travels west from Trinidad along Highway 12, there are several small towns, each with its own unique qualities. First is Cokedale with its many old mining era homes, and the ruins of the coke ovens. Also along the route are Primero, Segundo and Weston. Once old coal mining towns, they now are the hub of activity for Coal Bed Methane extraction. Many mountain property developments lie along the county roads that snake up the canyons and ridge tops from these towns.

Stonewall Stonewall is a picturesque town of ranching and vacation homes. It is steeped in history, and is well known for its beauty, its peacefulness, and its nearby hunting, fishing, and numerous recreational opportunities. known homesteader named James Stoner. Because of a rock formation on an early homesteader, James Stoner, the region gradually became known as Stoner’s Wall. When the settlement grew large enough to need its own post office in 1878 the name became Stonewall. This stone wall has been immortalized on postcards, paintings, and photographs of the area. It rises an impressive 250 feet above the town and is a part of the Dakota Sandstone Formation that was created millions of years ago when the flat formation on the ocean bed was pushed vertical at the time the local mountains were formed.

According to geologists, the wall was thrown up by the volcanic action that created the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range, at which time great masses of lava were forced up through crevices in the granite understrata. It is only in this area that it attains any considerable height. The Dakota Wall, as many know it, can also be seen near LaVeta, a sleepy little rancher’s and artists’ community further along the Highway of Legends loop.

City of Trinidad Below are some important numbers for the City of Trinidad. Please also see their web page for more information. City of Trinidad Web Page Trinidad/Las Animas County Chamber of Commerce 1-866-480-4750 or locally 719-846-9285 Trinidad-Las Animas Economic Development 1-800-748-1970 or locally 719-846-9412 or email tlaced@sensonics.org Las Animas County Clerk and Recorders Office 719-846-3314 or email lacntyckerk@activematrix.net Trinidad Building Inspector (719) 846-9843 City Planner’s Office (719) 846-9843 City Clerk (719) 846-9843 Trinidad Landfill (719) 846-2538 Art and Galleries First Street Gallery showcases local and traveling exhibitions. Original Townsite Fine Art Gallery Eric Michaels Fine Art oils, watercolors Frank LaLumia - oils, wathercolors John LaRosa/LaRosa Design - Stained and fused glass, wood, and metal lamps and panels. Trinidad Arts Registry - extensive listing of area artists, photographers and writers Art Gallery Listings and Locations

Las Animas County Resources Here are some phone numbers to help you find what you are looking for locally. You may also check out their web page for more information Trinidad/Las Animas County Economic Development Building Permits: Las Animas County Building and Planning Dept. Court House Bldg. Trinidad, CO. 81082 Vince Vigil – Building Inspector Phone: (719) 846-4486 (Permit fees are based on the cost and size of the building to be constructed. Property owner must have a septic permit, building plans and cost estimates prior to purchasing a building permit for construction of a residence). Property Taxes: Las Animas County Tax Assessor’s Office Court House Bldg, Trinidad, CO. 81082 (719) 846-2295 Las Animas County Health Department 412 Benedicta Ave. Trinidad, CO. 81082 Phone: (719) 846-2213 Perk test cost: Approx. $150.00 Permit cost: call for info. Septic Systems: (Permit and perk test are mandatory for all construction of homes) Las Animas County Airport (719) 846-6271 Las Animas County Clerk and Recorder (719) 846-3314 Clerk of County Commissioners (719) 846-2081 Director of Emergency Management (719) 846-6886 District Attorney (719) 846-9224 Land Use Administrator (719) 846-7160 Mapping Department (719) 846-7679 Public Health Clinic (719) 846-2213 Las Animas County Sheriff (719) 846-2211 Social Services Department (719) 846-2276 Treasurer (719) 846-2981 Zoning and Building Enforcement Officer (719) 846-4486Trinidad Police Dept. (719) 846-9262

Schools and Districts Trinidad/Las Animas County School District 1 Trinidad , Colorado Schools Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade :: 1,466 Students :: 6 Schools Eckhart Elementary School Pre-Kindergarten to 1st Grade, 209 Students Fisher's Peak Elementary School 2nd Grade to 5th Grade, 439 Students Trinidad High School 9th Grade to 12th Grade,458 Students Trinidad Junior High School 6th Grade to 8th Grade, 360 Students Grace Christian Center Inc Kindergarten to 7th Grade, 28 Students Non-Denominational Christian Private School Trinidad Catholic School Kindergarten to 12th Grade, 203 Students Roman Catholic Private School Hoehne, Colorado School district: Hoehne Reorganized 3 Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade - 358 Students with 3 Schools Hoehne Elementary School Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade 179 Students Hoehne High School 9th Grade to 12th Grade 107 Students Hoehne Junior High School 7th Grade to 8th Grade, 62 Students Trinidad State Junior College: General Information 600 Prospect St, Trinidad - (719) 846-5011

Weston, Colorado Schools School District: Primero Reorganized 2 Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade :: 205 Students with 2 Schools Primero Elementary School Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade, 105 Students Primero Junior-Senior High School 6th Grade to 12th Grade, 100 Students Aguilar School District Reorganized 6 Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade - 159 Students with 2 Schools Aguilar Elementary School Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade, 96 Students Aguilar Junior-Senior High School 7th Grade to 12th Grade, 63 Students Kim, Colorado Schools Local School District: Kim Reorganized 88 Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade :: 64 Students with 2 Schools Kim Elementary School Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade, 39 Students Kim Undivided High School 7th Grade to 12th Grade, 25 Students Branson, Colorado Schools Local School District: Branson Reorganized 82 Kindergarten to 12th Grade - 739 Students with 3 Schools Branson Alternative School Kindergarten to 12th Grade :: 700 Students Branson Elementary School Kindergarten to 6th Grade :: 18 Students Branson Undivided High School 7th Grade to 12th Grade :: 21 Students