Explore the beautiful area that surrounds the VILLAGE OF CHAMA and learn why tourists call it a vacationers’ paradise!
You’ll be surprised by the wonderful beauty of the Rocky Mountain peaks, splendid gorges, colorful streams and great national and state forests. Summer activities in the High Country include hiking, mountain biking, rafting, fly fishing and horseback riding. Discover the many other activities in the Village of Chama like shopping the numerous small stores and boutiques. Chama has plenty of great places to eat – unique cafés and restaurants. Lodging opportunities range from cabins, bedand-breakfast establishments, hotels and motels to RV and camping facilities. Village of Chama offers tourists some great events starting with the annual Chama Chile Ski Classic held over the MLK weekend in January – a great cross-country skiing event with races for all ages. And check out the Chama Snoball Hot Air Balloon Rally the fourth weekend in February. The summer season is filled with events, beginning with the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad opening day on Memorial Day weekend. The railroad offers tourists great views of the wild terrain of the mountains and forests. Don’t be surprised to see wildlife on the trip, like deer and an occasional bear! Considered the longest and highest tourist railroad in North America, the train leaves from Chama daily to Antonito and another train leaves from Antonito and arrives in Chama, as well. The train remains open until mid-october. Western Heritage Days events take place the second weekend in June.
The fabulous Fourth of July fireworks includes a special train ride to Cumbres Pass and back. The Chama Days celebration occurs the second weekend of August. This event includes a bistate softball tournament with over 30 teams participating and a volleyball tournament. On Saturday and Sunday, there is a family and professional rodeo competition. Also there will be dancing on Friday and Saturday nights. Then on Labor Day weekend in September, let your artistic side out and enjoy our Studio Tour, where local artists open their studio to visitors. The high mountain snow feeds streams and lakes, providing some of the best fishing in the state with plenty of trout and even king salmon. Be sure to check with Fish & Game for fishing areas on the local streams. If hiking is your thing don’t forget the Continental Divide Trail is just east of Chama. There are numerous trails available for hiking and biking in the national forests that surround the Village of Chama. Feel free to visit chamadt.com and Chama Valley Chamber of Commerce at chamavalley.com for more information regarding upcoming events in 2019.
Funding provided by Village of Chama Lodgers Tax