The perfect venue for groups small and large to connect to the land

Find a deep, nourishing connection to your friends and family. Take in a film under the San Luis Valley’s pristine night sky. Come for weekends of curated movies, chef dinners, live music and experimental architecture events. Or think about bringing your entire company for a connecting retreat that’s a complete reset.

Plan your family reunion, wedding or company retreat. Book partial or full accommodations—either way, guests will enjoy autonomy and privacy during your event.

JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL GRAFFITI ART EVENT

MAY 7-10

The Frontier Drive-Inn is a Colorado thing — the plains, the sky, the silence, the stars. So we invited local Colorado artists to paint our Nomadicana Airstream trailers, each one interpreting what the San Luis Valley means to them.

Join us for this special weekend while the artists work.

2026 MOVIE SCHEDULE

Kid-friendly weekend*

Group of people sitting in folder chairs on the lawn watching a movie on a big drive-in movie theater screen.

May 21-24

A HAT FOR EVERY COWBOY*

May 28-30

THE 90s KIDS GO WEST*

June 4-6

LEGENDS OF THE WEST

June 11-13

PEANUTS & CRACKERJACKS*

June 18 – 21

FATHER’S DAY:

BEST BUDDIES*

June 25-27

PLEASE DON’T STOP THE MUSIC*

July 2-5

AMERICAN UNDERDOGS

July 9-11

HIGH SCHOOL HUMOR

July 16-18

WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR*

July 23-25

CHRISTMAS IN JULY*

July 30-August 1

IMPERFECT PAIRINGS*

August 6-8

REAL LIFE:

DOC WEEKEND

August 13-15

JOEL & ETHAN

August 20-22

TWINS!*

August 27-29

BIG FLUFFY FRIEND*

September 3-6

BACK TO SCHOOL*

September 10-12

FORTUNE AND GLORY, KID!*

September 17-19

WHERE IS MY SUPERSUIT?

September 24-26

ROBOTS, ALIENS, AND DELOREANS*

October 1-3

BRING YOUR TENT

October 8-10

MOSTLY TREATS*

October 15-17

BOYS OF FALL

October 22-24

MURDER MYSTERY

October 29-31

HALLOWEEN FINALE: PURE TERROR

Area Attractions

Large rocks in Penitente Canyon.

PENITENTE CANYON AREA
15 MINUTES AWAY

This area has some incredible hikes and biking trails, but is most well known for it’s climbing. See if you can spot the Virgin of Guadalupe, painted high up on one of the walls!

Photo: Bureau of Land Management

Footsteps in the sand at Great Sand Dunes National Park.

GREAT SAND DUNES NATIONAL PARK
40 MINUTES AWAY

Worth every trip, the Sand Dunes is one of Colorado’s most unique landscapes.

View looking up from the base of a waterfall at Zapata Falls.

ZAPATA FALLS
60 MINUTES AWAY

This is a great, non technical (but sometimes steep!) hike up into the Sangre de Cristo mountains. During the summer, it can get busy and the road to the trail head is a little bumpy—we suggest getting out a little early, or bring your flashlights and watch the sunset on the opposite side of the valley.

Photo: Andrew Russell

Two skiers at the top of a snow-covered mountain at Wolf Creek Ski Area.

WOLF CREEK SKI AREA
60 MINUTES AWAY

A small, independent ski resort that boasts the most snowfall of any resort in Colorado.

Aerial view of the town of Del Norte.

DEL NORTE
10 MINUTES AWAY

If you’re not a hiking person, Del Norte is a fun town to go for lunch or dinner and walk around. 

There’s a number of places to eat, including The Windsor Hotel Dining Room. They feature seasonal dishes that include locally-sourced ingredients with an extensive wine list, and full bar in a casual but white tablecloth experience. The hotel also has 1874 Distillery, which has the bar area and an onsite food truck. You can grab breakfast, lunch or dinner here, options include street tacos and burgers. There’s a garden patio to eat in or there’s inside seating too. Not to be missed is the Mennonite bakery, Raisin’ Rye. When in the valley, it’s a must stop, even if just on the way out of town. Pizza and beer is available at the local brewery, Three Barrel Brewing. Simple Foods Market is your go-to for delicious sandwiches and picnic supplies. For shopping, there’s the General Specific Store, a treasure trove of antiques, collectibles and vintage clothing.

And if you’re celebrating something and need a bouquet, stop by Almost Home Flowers.

Woman standing in the middle of a hot spring.

HOT SPRINGS
20–30 MINUTES AWAY

Joyful Journey Hot Springs
Mineral pools, spa treatments and spa menu.

Sand Dunes Recreation Pool
Heated outdoor pool, therapy pools, and indoor adult soaking pools and saunas. Light food and drink available.

Valley View Hot Springs
Clothing optional natural outdoor pools in an off-the-grid location.

RESTAURANTS

Raising Rye | Del Norte, 15 minutes
Azteca De Oro | Center, 5 minutes
The Sunflour Café | Monte Vista, 20 minutes
4th Street Diner & Bakery | Saguache, 35 minutes
Worth The Drive Bakery | Monte Vista, 25 minutes
Colorado Farm Brewery | Alamosa, 30 minutes
Friar’s Fork & Sanctuary | Alamosa, 30 minutes

GROCERY STORES

K&J Thriftway | Center, 5 minutes
Simple Foods | Del Norte, 15 minutes
Safeway | Monte Vista, 15 minutes