The Government is currently working on paving the road from San Marcos de Ocotepeque to Cololaca.

According to tales of elderly inhabitants, it became legal as a municipality in 1835, from Guarita district.

Since it is near San Marcos de Ocotepeque, the commerce activities are very fluid, and is the main provider for Cololaca.

The typical cross-breed of native Indians and Spanish settlers is seen in Cololaca.

There are no recommendable hostels in Cololaca, but San Marcos de Ocotepeque is near with very good accommodations and venues for entertainment.