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UFO Watchtower

Hooper, United States of America

UFO Watchtower

The UFO Watchtower is an observation platform and campground north of Hooper, Colorado in San Luis Valley where tales of UFO sightings have been reported. Cattle farmer Judy Messoline converted her barn into a tourist attraction in 2000 when she was facing financial troubles. Messoline relies on don

ations and sales of alien themed merchandise to fund the attraction. In 2004, Messoline stated that she was receiving 75 visitors a day. In 2023, it was reported that over 30,000 had visited the Watchtower since its opening in 2000. The site is managed by Messoline's son, Larry Messoline.

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