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Crestone
Eden Index
Climate
6.9
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
0.8
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Crestone is a small town in southern Colorado known for its spiritual retreat centers and stunning natural beauty. The climate in Crestone is typically dry and sunny, with mild temperatures in the summer and cold winters with occasional snowfall. The area is home to several creeks and rivers, including the Rio Grande and Saguache Creek, which provide important hydrology constituents for the surrounding ecosystem. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Crestone include hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and camping in the nearby Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The town is also an ideal destination for stargazing and spiritual retreats, with several meditation centers and ashrams located in the area.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 6.9
Crestone receives approximately
275mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 69%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Crestone has a plant hardyness factor of
5, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Rio Grande Headwaters
Area Rivers
Rio Grande Headwaters
Snowpack Depths
Rio Grande Headwaters
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Rio Grande Headwaters
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvarado | 50 | 8,962 ft | |||
| North Crestone Creek | 13 | 8,474 ft | |||
| Lake Creek | 11 | 8,262 ft | |||
| Pinyon Flats - Sand Dunes National Monument | 88 | 8,261 ft | |||
| San Luis State Park | 51 | 7,511 ft | |||
| Hayden Creek | 11 | 7,758 ft | |||
| Coaldale | 10 | 7,340 ft | |||
| Five Points - Arkansas Headwaters State Rec Area | 12 | 6,084 ft | |||
| Rincon - Arkansas Headwaters State Rec Area | 10 | 6,788 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 0.8
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.