Barela, Colorado
Barela: Located in the high plains of southern Colorado's Las Animas County, this unincorporated community sits at an elevation of 5,761 feet near the New Mexico border.
About
Barela is a city located in the county of Las Animas in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Quick Facts about Barela
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Las Animas County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.1156,-104.2617 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 12:54:31 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 35℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Barela is located at 37°6'56"N 104°15'42"W (37.1155800, -104.2616500).
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. West southwest wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Barela, CO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 128258 | Trinidad State Junior College | Trinidad (CO) | 81082 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Barela, CO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRI | Trinidad | 110 West Pine Street | RAIL |
| RAT | Raton | 201 South First Street | RAIL |
| LAJ | La Junta | 1 West First St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Barela.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Trinchera Post Office | Trinchera (CO) | 81081 |
Other cities in Las Animas County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Las Animas County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Trinidad | 8,127 | Home Rule Municipality in Las Animas County, Colorado, United States |