One of Colorado’s most criminally overlooked parts is our jaw-dropping plains and prairie. Yes, our mountains and plateaus are stunning, and our cities are dazzling, but there is a whole other side of the state that many don’t even realize exists! To experience one of the greatest hidden gems in Colorado for yourself, visit this unique grassland that is one of the last of its kind:

Located on the Eastern Plains near La Junta is the vast and untouched Comanche National Grassland.
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Spanning an incredible 443,081 acres, this gorgeous area has long been part of our state's history, as evidenced by the perfectly preserved dinosaur tracks at the nearby Picketwire Canyon, plus accounts from Colorado's first human residents (the Apishipa people plus the Apache and Comanche tribes).
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In addition to being a home for many, the Grassland was also a vital part of the Santa Fe Trail, which ran through the heart of the Comanche.
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While the shortgrass prairie was once common throughout the west, the landscape is now endangered, with the Comanche National Grassland being one of the few remaining shortgrass prairies in the world.
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When you visit this untouched gem, you will find some of the most marvelous sunrises and sunsets, unobstructed 360-degree views, and amazing hikes.
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Keep your eyes peeled, as Comanche is also home to eagles, pronghorns, road runners, and collared lizards.
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Shh... Do you hear that sound? Me neither - isn't it wonderful?
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To learn more about this little-known Colorado gem, please visit the U.S. Forest Service's website.
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Comanche National Grassland, Colorado 81029, USA