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Discovering San Juan County: Attractions, History, and Natural Wonders

San Juan County, with its seat in Montecello, is rich in natural beauty and historical significance. Visitors can explore iconic attractions like Hole in the Rock, Lake Powell, and Monument Valley. The area is famous for its stunning landscapes which include mesas, gorges, and unique rock formations. While mining and agriculture were once key economic drivers, tourism has become the primary resource for locals. Covering 7,725 square miles, San Juan County is a treasure trove of adventure and history waiting to be discovered.

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Discovering San Juan County: Attractions, History, and Natural Wonders

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  1. San Juan County County Seat: Montecello

  2. San Juan County

  3. Interesting Places • Hole in the Rock • Lake Powell • Monument Valley • Four Corners National Monument • Canyonlands • Goosenecks State Park • Dinosaur Museum

  4. History

  5. Economy • livestock, agriculture, mining, tourism  • Mining used to be really popular as well as oil exploitation. Now most of the people see tourism as the main economic resource.

  6. Geography • In Colorado Plato • Mesas, gorges, canyons, cliffs, high desert plains, and unique rock formations • Colorado and San Juan rivers

  7. Fun Facts • It covers an area of 7,725 square miles  • It got its name after the San Juan River (named by the Dominguez-Escalante party) • Has a population of about 2,817,222

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