Journal 43: Hidden Gems Less Than a Mile from Pinehaven

Nestled in the folds of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Pinehaven is surrounded by hidden gems that blend adventure, history, and heartfelt hospitality. Within just a mile of the cabins, you’ll find places where small-town charm meets mountain majesty from family-friendly boardwalk shops and trail rides through alpine meadows to riverside walks that stir the soul. Whether you’re hoping to create new memories with loved ones, shop for treasures you can’t find anywhere else, or simply pause to breathe in the mountain air, Cuchara offers experiences that are as unique as they are unforgettable and each is less than a mile from Pinehaven.

Journal 61: The Outhouse and John L. Powell (time-slip fiction)

Eli Turner’s to-do list began with fixing the flashing on the outhouse, or otherwise known as the legendary eyesore behind his Pinehaven cabin. He’d hoped for a quiet day to finally catch up, but the outhouse had other plans.