171 gold rush trail

Large 2-lot consolidation totaling 6.15 acres near the southern edge of the Baca Grande Grants, famous for long panoramic views and unspoiled nature. Adjoining 6.25 acres also available; 12.4 acres can be purchased together. Vast federal lands surround the subdivision, including Great Sand Dunes National Park and Baca National Wildlife Refuge. To the east of the lot are the Ziggurat, Liberty Trail and Cottonwood Creek greenbelt, with access to 14,000-foot Needles above. Paved roads run within 1000 feet of the land, with easy 12-minute drive to the town of Crestone and amenities - mail, gas, grocers, hardware, cafe, restaurant, brew pub, gallery, and more. Crestone is an International Dark Skies Community with two local schools, burgeoning community & 285 sunny days/yr, far from the hustle & bustle. Salida and Alamosa are an hour drive. Three hot springs within 40 minutes. The SLV offers access to camping, birding, hiking, hot springs, retreat, meditation, MTB, rock climbing, skiing, riding, hunting, fishing & more. Requires well, septic and alternative power source, such as solar PV - perfect spot to build your passive-solar off-grid dream home in sunny southern Colorado. Call for more information. Adjoining 6.25 acres also available; 12.4 acres can be purchased together.