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Land Description:

This 2.22-Acres land is in Forbes Park a covenant-protected community nestled in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of Costilla County, Colorado. Developed by Forbes, Inc. since 1977, it comprises 3,346 lots spanning from 1 to 14 acres, totaling approximately 13,046 acres. Situated between Walsenburg and Alamosa, just west of La Veta Pass and on the east side of the San Luis Valley, Forbes Park offers easy access via Hwy. 160. Refer to the provided map for precise directions.

The terrain of Forbes Park slopes southwestward, with elevations ranging from 8,500 to 10,500 feet. Bordered by Wagon Creek to the north, Trinchera Ranches to the west, and National Forests to the south and east, the area is densely wooded, with internal drainage flowing mainly west and northward.

Climate and Environment:

Forbes Park enjoys a moderated climate due to its elevation, with winter highs averaging in the mid-20s to mid-30s Fahrenheit and summer highs typically in the mid-70s, rarely exceeding 80F. Annual snowfall averages around 200 inches, complemented by approximately 10 inches of rainfall. The landscape comprises subalpine forests, sagebrush, and meadows.

Flora and Fauna:

Diverse tree species such as aspen, limber pine, spruces, firs, ponderosa pines, and bristlecone pines populate Forbes Park, with forests covering 55% of the area. Wildlife abounds, including deer, elk, coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, black bears, prairie dogs, wild turkeys, blue grouse, various birds of prey, porcupines, and trout in the onsite creeks, among others.

Land Details:

Elegment ID: Ele_Co_Forbespark01

Address: 329 Macnaughton, Fort Garland, Costilla County, Colorado, 81123

Gps: 37.50624, -105.24191

Parcel Number: 70102320

Size: 2.22 Acres

Dimension: 534 ft x 306 ft

Title: Special Warranty Deed (2023 Treasurer Deed in chain of title)

Zoning: Residential

Terrain: Level to sloping

Taxes: $182.76 per year

HOA: $290 per year

Road: Dirt Road

Electric: Available

Water: Need well (average well depth ~100-300 feet)

Sewer: Need septic tank

Phone: Cell

Trees: some trees and shrubs

FEMA Flood Zone: not in Fema Flood Zone

Camping and RV: Tents are allowed for 21 days and then leave for a day and come back for another 21 days. RV is allowed for 90 days after issuance of a building permit.

Legal: F.P. Unit B-1 BLK 13 Lot 329 Cont. 2.223 Ac

Nearby Cities & Points of Interest:

23 minutes to Fort Garland, Colorado

28 minutes to Blanca, Colorado

37 minutes to San Luis, Colorado

46 minutes to Los Fuertas, Colorado

48 minutes to Alamosa, Colorado

48 minutes to Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado

53 minutes to Sanchez Reservoir, Colorado

1 hour 28 minutes to San Isabel National Forest, Colorado

1 hour 43 minutes to Pueblo, Colorado

2 hours 20 minutes to Colorado Springs, CO : Population 500,000

3 hours 27 minutes to Denver, CO : Population 1 Million