Homelake, Colorado facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Homelake, Colorado
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The Veterans Community Living Center at Homelake
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 Homelake, Colorado
Location in Colorado
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Colorado |
| Counties | Rio Grande |
| Elevation | 7,638 ft (2,328 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain Time Zone) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
81135
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| GNIS feature ID | 190407 |
Homelake is a small, unincorporated community located in Rio Grande County, Colorado, United States. An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. The ZIP code for Homelake is 81135. It used to have its own post office, but that closed in 1965.
Homelake's History
Homelake has an important past. It was once the home of the Colorado Soldiers' and Sailors' Home. This was a special place where soldiers and sailors who had served their country could live and be cared for. It was a way to thank them for their service.
The Civil War Cemetery
You can also find the Homelake Civil War Cemetery here. This cemetery is a quiet place where many soldiers from the American Civil War are buried. It reminds us of the brave people who fought in that important time in American history.
Where is Homelake?
Homelake is located in a scenic part of Colorado. You can find it by traveling north of the combined US Route 160 and US Route 285. It is situated right on State Highway 6, making it easy to find.
