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La Junta, Colorado is a small town situated in the Arkansas River Valley of southeast Colorado with a population of about 7,000 residents. Located just off of U.S. Route 50, it is known for its unique attractions such as the Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site and La Junta Railway Museum. Visitors to La Junta can also enjoy outdoor activities like fishing on the Santa Fe Trail or camping at Comanche National Grassland. The town prides itself on its vibrant culture which includes popular festivals such as Fiesta de la Paloma and an annual Rodeo Days celebration.
Reviews of La Junta, CO have been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting it as a great spot to visit for both tourists and locals alike. Many people remark that it's a nice place to relax and explore the beauty of nature in Southeastern Colorado. Visitors have also commented on how friendly the people are here and that there are plenty of things to do for every kind of traveler from art galleries to historic monuments and more. In all, La Junta is an ideal destination for those looking to get away from it all while still enjoying all the amenities they'd expect from a larger city.
based on 4 ReviewsGet to know La Junta with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited La Junta
City of La Junta is not for any age. - 12/2/2019
I've lived in La Junta CO for about 12 years and to be honest with you I have lived in a lot of palaces but by far this town is the worst! La Junta CO has nothing to offer anyone of any age. All the hype about low cost of living in la junta, low crime rate and local jobs is exaggerate.
Most of the citizen here have to see Dr or specialist out of the area as there are no providers here in this town worth the aggravation. Electric rates that are the highest I've seen for such a small town. Every citizen complaines about the electric rate.
La Junta is not business frendley to new businesses as most don't survive the first year without digging into their savings and the businesses holding on are going broke or on life support. No jobs or industry that pays well nothing but minimum wage fast food or a locker company & bolt manufacturer that work you like a dog for little pay. Lets talk about unemployment most people just give up on finding a job here as there
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Living in La Junta - 9/7/2019
I've lived here a lil' over 2 years. The people are very friendly, and the cost of living is low. However, the choices for a lot of things are very minimal. Only 2 grocery stores, Safeway and Walmart. Our Walmart is always out of stock of a lot if things, and Safeway, you couldn't pay me to shop there! I've always felt that their stuff is overpriced, and the dairy products SUCK! Very little shelf life and always a lot more than any other store! There's really only 2 restaurants worth eating at and the Mexican food here is BARFOLA!!! The police here are great! Love them to pieces! The hospital and choices of health providers are horrendous! After working in the medical field for 30 years, I know what to look for in medical providers, and the ones here aren't worth wasting your time seeing. All of my doctors are in Pueblo, and believe me, it's worth the drive to see them! So far, I've seen very little in the way of crime. It is quiet, peaceful and very laid back, and as
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Amazed almost every day - 2/19/2010
I'm amazed every day at the friendliness and cheerfulness of the people in La Junta, Colorado. This town offers the kind of old-fashioned atmosphere captured by Norman Rockwell paintings. I'm greeted by name at the bank and the grocery store, and everywhere I go, I see someone I know.
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La Junta - 8/13/2007
La Junta..pros/ cons
Pros
1. nice people 2. low cost of living
Cons
1. awful job market 2.like many small town people, many of the people don't
want to see any places outside of their comfort zone 3. very limited cultural
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