Chaffee County: Wonderful Opportunities for Outdoor Activities
Chaffee County is located in the central part of Colorado. It is an old county named after James Chaffee, the first senator from Colorado. Also referred to as Heart of the Rockies, this county is spread over an area of 1015 sq miles and boasts a population of just 17809. Chaffee County is situated on upper Arkansas River Valley on the eastern slopes of Rocky Mountains. Chaffee County shares borders with Lake, Park, Freemont, Saguache, and Gunnison Counties.
Chaffee County has 12 peaks that rise above 14,000 feet. This is the highest in the entire state of Colorado. It was the Colorado Gold Rush in 1859 that brought people to Rocky Mountains. In Chaffee County, it was Catch Creek that became the first settlement for this white population.
Median household income in Chaffee County is $50993. Median home prices in this County are $289900. Real estate prices here are somewhat higher than Colorado real estate. The County gives an overall rural feel. Some of the important cities and towns of Chaffee County are Buena Vista, Salida, Poncha Springs, and Smelltown.
Chaffee County is loved by mountaineering enthusiasts who arrive here in large numbers during summer season. They indulge in mountain climbing on the famous Fourteeners of this County. Apart from mountaineering, there are opportunities for many more exciting outdoor activities in Chaffee County. These include river rafting, visit to hot springs, and biking. Browns Canyon National Monument is the top place for fun and recreation in Chaffee County where people come to enjoy fishing, rafting, and hiking. This monument is situated in between Buena Vista and Salida. The economy of Chaffee County has smoothly transitioned from a mining economy to an economy based upon tourism and recreation.
There are 10 public schools in Chaffee County and the most important school district serving students in this county is Salida R-32 School District. Most of these schools are either in Salida or Buena Vista. You can rest assured of quality education of your kids when moving to Chaffee County.
Chaffee County is considered relatively safe for families. While the most obvious choices for a place to live in Chaffee County are Salida and Buena Vista, it is a good idea to contact a local and experienced realtor to find a place for your new home in this county. Distance between Chaffee County and Colorado Springs is 105 miles and you can easily go there on weekends to enjoy with your family.
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