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Happy New Year from Mancos!Happy New Year from Mancos!

Happy New Year! What a busy fall! Lot’s of buyer even though interest rates for a 30 year conventional loan hovered around 7%. When I bought my first home the interest rates was 10%. Fall in love with the home not the interest rate. You can always refinance. Bad Credit? There are always some homes on the market that offer owner financing with very little down. If you plan to stay in the area more than 2 years definitely buy and not rent. The fall also brought some huge challenges for me with family and health, so I am happy that is in the past.

In December we hosted a community Christmas Dinner and we had 49 people! Long ago, Mancos always had one but it stopped so I felt that tradition should be brought back. Downtown Mancos is changing! The Mancos Commons building next to my office will be done this Spring and have 3 rentals plus a workshop. Raven House, the art gallery after 15 years is closing up shop due to rent being raised. The Absolute Bakery changed ownership and is now closed for 2 months for remodeling! I got a new stamped concrete sidewalk in December and love it! Stop by if you are in town- 145 W. Grand Ave.

We had very little snow in December and I am happy to say that it finally snowed this am!

Mancos Days 2022!Mancos Days 2022!

Congratulations to Jeanne Smith, the Mancos Days 2022 Queen!

Click here to read about Jeanne!  

 

What’s your favorite part of Mancos Days? The parade, horseshoe games, baseball games, kiddie parade, or live music? If you have been around  Mancos for a while, one of the best parts is connecting with friends.  My favorite part is meandering around downtown, and finding your spot in the shade for the parade and then heading to the park for fresh squeezed lemonade, Teriyaki kabobs, and browsing the vendors. High school reunions are going on as well as the Queen’s tea; don’t miss Jack and Jeanne Smith’s BBQ to honor Jeanne as the 2022 Mancos Day Queen!  Click here for more info on Mancos Days!

Things to do and see in Southwest ColoradoThings to do and see in Southwest Colorado

Woo Hoo!  I’ve got an 18 year old Mancos High School graduate, Gray Stecher and he wrote this blog! Need a hiking partner ?  Call us!  970-759-2540

 

Looking for things to do in the Mancos valley and surrounding areas this summer? Look no further. In this lovely corner of Colorado that we call home there are endless opportunities for fun wherever you look, whether that be outdoor recreational activities, like mountain biking or enjoying a delicious meal at a local restaurant.

 

Here are just a few fun things to do near Mancos Colorado.

Enjoy some time in the sun at one of the local lakes.

Head towards Durango and check out Lake Nighthorse. Enjoy their new floating obstacle course, or get out for some boating or fishing!For more information: https://co-durango.civicplus.com/lakenighthorse

 

Head towards Dolores and you’ll find Mcphee reservoir. Mcphee is the fifth largest lake in colorado. Here you will find great cliff jumping spots, as well as numerous popular fishing spots, a wide open lake great for boating activities and other things such as camping sites and hiking trails.

 

Mcphee cliffs: Have you jumped off? For more info on Mcphee Reservoir:     https://www.uncovercolorado.com/national-lands/mcphee-reservoir/

 

Looking for something a little closer to Mancos? Head up to Jackson lake. In the spring, summer and fall, fishermen, canoeists, kayakers and wakeless power boaters enjoy the calm waters of Jackson Gulch Reservoir. For more information visit: https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Mancos/Pages/default.aspx



Thinking of something more fast paced? Check out the Animas river for a rafting adventure!

Check out mild to wild for rafting information as well as other topics such as jeep tours and other adventurous activities: https://mild2wildrafting.com

Looking for other types of whitewater fun? Pick up tubes at a local store and enjoy some white water fun with your friends on either the Animas, or Dolores rivers.

Check out two popular tubing areas below .Durango river (more fast paced)  andDolores River tubing (more relaxed).

Looking for some adventurous mountain biking trails in the area? Head towards Cortez and check out more than twenty-five miles of single track trails ranging from beginner to expert level bike trails at Phil’s world.

“Phil’s World is known for two words, RIB CAGE! The most prominent feature of the area, Rib Cage is fast and fun, rolling terrain that will make you hoop and holler. You can lap this feature, but there is plenty of other fun to be had as well. Ledges and Stinking Spring trails are furthest from the trailhead, and offer a bit more challenging terrain, and also the best views.” https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/621788/phils-world

Looking for some great hiking trails? Look no further than the beautiful trails surrounding mancos!

Head to Mesa Verde national park for some great hiking trails, as well as guided tours and camping opportunities.

Check out Mesa Verde hiking information at:

https://www.nps.gov/meve/planyourvisit/hiking.htm

Check out other things to do at Mesa Verde:

https://www.nps.gov/meve/planyourvisit/things-to-do.htm

Other popular hiking trails:

Sharkstooth trail…For information head to:

https://www.mancostrails.org/sharkstooth-trail.html For directions head to: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/sharkstooth-pass-trail 

 San Juan Bear creek loop…

For Information, reviews, and directions head to:

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/san-juan-bear-creek-loop


Summit Hesperus mountain…

For Information, reviews, and directions head to:

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/hesperus-mountain-peak-trail

Check out Little Hawaii in Telluride…           For Information, reviews, and directions head to:ttps://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/bear-creek-trail-5ef78f6–2

Want to enjoy some time out with some friends at a local Business?

Enjoy a glass of world class wine, or check out upcoming events at Sutcliffe vineyards:

https://www.sutcliffewines.com

 

Enjoy a meal with some friends at some of our lovely local restaurants…

Steamworks Brewing Company…

https://steamworksbrewing.com

Absolute Bakery and Cafe

http://www.absolutebakery.com

 

Grab a cup of coffee before your adventure…

 

Fahrenheit coffee roasters.

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g33536-d1913391-Reviews-Fahrenheit_Coffee-Mancos_Colorado.html

Durango Joes.

https://durangojoes.com