The UFO Watchtower - An Out of this World Roadside Attraction
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
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Deep in the Rocky Mountains, you will find the lush and fruitful San Luis Valley; home to the small city Alamosa, which is an agricultural hub in South-Western Colorado. This area is home to some of the best stargazing on the planet. The views are so spectacular that Alamosa has taken measures to protect its view of the cosmos by becoming a “Dark Sky” city. Which is a series of measures taken by the community to limit the amount of light pollution that is emitted from their city. This makes for a dark city at night, with vivid views of the stars above. This was a fact I was unaware of when I arrived in Alamosa late one evening. I hoped to find a grocery store before I made my way to a local hotel, but thought they were all closed due to the lack of exterior lighting. Fortunately, I noticed people still flowing in and out of a local store, despite there being no parking lot lights or exterior lights; outside of a few downward-facing lamps on the side of the building. It was eerie until the local store clerk explained to me how a Dark Sky city works. Once explained, I was enthusiastic about the idea, despite the dark alleys and shady parking lots.
I came to visit the otherworldly Great Sand Dunes National Park, which was amazing. However; I found myself captivated by the locals' enthusiasm for stargazing and UFO spotting. After all the San Luis Valley is the highest alpine valley on the planet and, depending on who you’re asking, it’s a prime spot for witnessing paranormal activity, such as mystical portals, UFOs, and other strange occurrences. Much of the sightings surround a remote section of Highway 17, or as the locals refer to it, “The Cosmic Highway”. And in case this fact was lost on you, it is hard to miss the little-green-men signs that dot the roadway and make you aware of the coming attraction. Whether you’re an avid believer in visitors from other worlds or an avid skeptic, it doesn’t change the fact that there’s been a lot of strange things reported in the San Luis Valley. These happenings and sightings stretch from South-Western Colorado to Northern New Mexico and the stories date back to the Spanish Conquistadors' expeditions into the area. Some call the San Luis Valley “The Bermuda Triangle of the West.” The sprawling expanses west of the Great Sand Dunes and its preserved lands are interrupted only by Highway 17. This vast emptiness, scored only by the roadway, has numerous sightings. Ranging from strange lights to otherworldly aircraft, the sheer amount of reports is notable, regardless of what side of the UFO debate you’re on.
If you were to follow highway 17 North, just outside of Alamosa you will find a small burg called Hooper. Which is home to what is arguably Colorado's most unique roadside attraction, the “UFO Watchtower”. Which is a place that invites curious minds and extraterrestrial seekers for a chance to spot a UFO or alien. Allegedly this location is a frequent host to numerous UFO sightings, Which is likely thanks to Alamosa’s vast and unfiltered view of the night’s sky.
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So cool, glad your back 😀
Thank you very much, I am also glad to be back!
We are very excited to see you are back! We missed you.
Thank you, I am happy to be back!
Good to have you back, I'm ready for the cryptid video and I appreciate this one
It’s most definitely on my radar. I just need to complete a trip for some footage to round out the Cryptid video. I expect to have everything ready to edit by May. Thank you so much for the kind words and all the best!
Great Trailer!
Thank you kindly 🙏
WELCOME BACK!!!!!!
Thank you, I am glad to be back!
This place is very special. They used to throw raves there. I have absolutely beautiful memories there.
Now that was a real interesting adventure! Thanks for checking it out Doug and for taking us along!! Very cool!!
You are very welcome! I am very glad that you enjoyed and all the best!
Sorry been absent for a bit. Need to get you to Myers Ranch in Conifer. Also Riverside Cemetery, as Silas Soul is buried there. As before good video..
Thank you very much for the kind words! I would love to have a look at both Mayers Ranch and Riverside Cemetery. Thanks again and all the best!
This video just got recommended and I’m glad I watched it! Subscribed! I like the simple editing style, like I’m travelling with you to these places…Keep up the family feel of it!
What happened to your uploads? I've been enjoying your videos and hope to see more!
Thank you so much! It’s been a hard couple of years finding time to edit. But I’m glad to say I finally have a fresh video finished. I hope to have it teed up for next week.
Thanks for checking in and for your support. All the best!
@@DerelictDoug That's great, I'm excited to see it. Thanks for your content!
Sorry to have missed the premiere. Great video and fascinating attraction!
No worries it was a scheduling error. Catch you next time!
Id love to go there. And im Not one who likes to travel to far from home. ..which is oregon. Thankyou you so much for sharing your adventure ❤!
Thanks for watching!
I've lived in the San Luis Valley (21 miles east of Alamosa) for 29 years, and never been there. I think this summer I'll make a point to visit UFO Watchtower.
I am glad to hear that you will make your way to the UFO watchtower. I hope you have a great time and thank you for watching!
Did you ever see anything
@@thenotoriousjoey9956 Yes, a few years ago It was early evening and I was in my backyard setting up my 8 inch Dobsonian telescope for a night of star gazing, when a large black disc flew over my head and continued north.
Yes, its dark and amazing views of the stars.
With enough time you can see a ufo. The valley is huge so keep your eyes peeled.
I visited this place when I was a kid with my mom super cool place in the middle of nowhere 😂
Anything new going on there?
Sure!