Alma is a high mountain town, situated about thirty minutes south of Breckenridge. It’s the highest incorporated municipality in the U.S., at 10,578 ft. It’s located just north of Fairplay and the intersection of Highway 285 and U.S. 9.
Recreation
Camping:
- There are a number of car camping spots on the road between Alma and Kite Lake. From Main St in town, take a left on County Rd 8. The road goes 5.5 miles to the Kite Lake Trailhead.
Fishing:
- In addition to Kite Lake mentioned above, the Montgomery Reservoir is a great choice less than 6 miles from town. Head north on US 9 toward Breckenridge. Make a right in 5.5 miles on County Rd 4 and follow to the lake.
Accommodations
Things To Do near Alma, CO
Amusement:
- Breckenridge Fun Park (17mi)
Federal Lands:
Museums:
- South Park City (5mi)
Ski Areas:
- Breckenridge (17mi)
Towns:
- Bailey (44mi)
- Buena Vista (44mi)
- Breckenridge (17mi)
- Como (15mi)
- Fairplay (5mi)
- Frisco (25mi)
- Grant (33mi)
- Hartsel (24mi)
- Jefferson (22mi)
- Johnson Village (40mi)
- Nathrop (46mi)
- Shawnee (40mi)
Transportation:
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