ZAPATA FALLS SITE 14

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CAMPING COLORADO

Zapata Falls Site 14


May 7, 2024

Zapata Falls Site 14 Campsite is a developed and reservable campground located in the San Luis watershed of Colorado. The campsite offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and is located near the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, which is a popular attraction for visitors. The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Additionally, Zapata Falls, a popular hiking trail, is located nearby and offers beautiful views of the waterfall.

Interesting facts about the area include that the San Luis Valley is the largest alpine valley in the world and that the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is home to the tallest sand dunes in North America.

The best time of year to visit the area is from May to October, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. However, it is important to note that weather conditions can vary greatly in the mountains, so visitors should be prepared for all types of weather.

Sources:
- "Zapata Falls Site 14 Campsite," Recreation.gov
- "San Luis Valley," Colorado.com
- "Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve," National Park Service




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COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 5
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
ESTABROOK TO CLIFFDALE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
NORTH FORK--INSMONT TO ESTABROOK
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
CLIFFDALE TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PLATTE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
BEGINS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115 TO EASTERN BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO HOLY CROSS WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Eagle Watershed, Colorado
EAST FORK ARKANSAS RIVER
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
WIGMAN CLUB TO STRONTIA RESERVOIR
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 4
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado

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