Sangre De Cristo Mountain Drive is regarded as one of the most astonishing and scenic drives passing through lush forests, rugged terrains and deep valleys. The entire drive measuring around 86-mile runs south along Texas Creek from the Arkansas River into the Wet Mountain Valley passes through America's most demanding peaks such as the jagged Crestone Needle. The picturesque route runs along the gigantic Sangre de Cristo Mountains on the west and the swelling Wet Mountains on the east.
Highlights :
- Rugged Terrain
- Deep Valleys
- Arkansas River
Best Time of Year :Year Round
Latitude/Longitude :37.577222, -105.485278
Type of Getaway :Outdoor, Family, Romantic, Adventure, Scenic Drive, Excursion