Iron Spring Interpretive Site
Iron Spring was an important water stop for travelers on the Santa Fe National Historic Trail. Depending on the season or weather conditions, several different routes to the spring were used. Between 1861 and 1871, Iron Spring was also used as a stage coach station. Trail ruts are still visible just west of the parking lot.
General Information
Open year-round
All day
Park in designated areas only. No shooting.
Commercial tours required to have a special use permit. Fees vary.
No fees are required for this site
Pets must be on a leash at all times.
Address: 27204 U.S. Highway 287 Springfield, CO 81073
Phone: 719-523-6591
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closed for lunch 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 37.69363632
Longitude: -103.912924
Elevation
4,775 feet
Directions
From La Junta, Colo., drive southwest on Highway 350 for 27 miles. Turn left (south) at County Road 9 and continue for 1 mile. Turn right (west) to the parking lot.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
No restroom availableWater
Potable water is not available at this site.