Zapata Falls Day Use Area
A short, yet slippery hike leads to the view of a 25-foot waterfall at Zapata Falls Recreation Area. During the summer months, the falls provide a cooling oasis, but during the winter months, the waterfall freezes into an enormous column of ice, perfect for the experienced ice climber. Travelers along Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic and Historic Byway can stop for an overnight stay at one of 24 campsites in Zapata Falls. For more information, please contact the San Luis Valley Field Office.
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Accessibility Description (ABA/ADA)
Restrooms are ADA Accessible
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Activities
Addresses
San Luis Valley Field Office
1313 E. Highway 160
Monte Vista
Colorado
81144
Geographic Coordinates
37.6188923, -105.5530687
Directions
From the community of Alamosa Colorado, drive east on Highway 160. At the intersection with Highway 150 turn north on Highway 150. Follow this road north to the Zapata falls Road (gravel), on the east (right side) of highway 150. Take this road to the Recreation Area (approximately 2 miles). The day use parking is on the left and the campground is on the right. The trail head to the falls is in the Day Use parking lot.
Fees
No Fee
Stay Limit
Day Use Only