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    Top Spots in and near Archuleta County

    • Creede, Colorado

      Hike the Weminuche Wilderness to Fourmile Falls

      5.0
      8 mi
      Located in Southern Colorado’s Weminuche Wilderness, Fourmile Falls is a beautiful day hike perfect for hikers and photographers. The highlights of the trail are the two massive, thundering waterfalls. The falls make this hike ideal in early to mid summer, when the falls are full of icy snowmel...
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    • Pagosa Springs, Colorado

      Visit Treasure Falls

      4.8
      0.4 mi / 200 ft gain
      Treasure Falls is reached via short .4 mile walk from the parking lot on highway 160 about 15 miles outside Pagosa Springs (which is home to the worlds deepest hot springs). There is a paved path and dirt trail that both end up at the falls and if you are inclined, make into a loop. There is a br...
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    • Archuleta County, Colorado

      Hike to the Piedra River Hot Springs

      4.7
      3 mi
      About a 45 minute drive east of Durango, sits the trailhead for the Piedra River Hot Springs. This free use, natural hot spring on the Piedra River has several 100 degree pools. The springs are accessible via a 3 mile roundtrip hike, often with wildlife sightings along the way. The hike to the ho...
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    • Pagosa Springs, Colorado

      Crater Lake in the South San Juan Wilderness

      9.17 mi / 2133 ft gain
      Holiday weekends can be frustrating for solitude seekers. The extra day to play always seems to be challenged by the expected crowds of competition for your sought after spots.  Fortunately for those of us who prefer quieter pastures, Colorado's 3.5+ million acres of wilderness still hold plenty ...
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    • Pagosa Springs, Colorado

      Camp and Fish at Platoro Reservoir

      5.0
      Platoro is the blending of the Spanish words "plata" (silver) and "oro" (gold), and this secluded mountain reservoir strikes it rich when it comes to outdoor recreation. In 1870, gold and silver was discovered in area, which lead to a small boom in 1913 and the settling of the small town which st...
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    • Bayfield, Colorado

      Cross country Ski around Vallecito Lake

      Drive north from Durango on Florida Rd, following signs to Lemon and Vallecito Reservoirs. Florida Road will turn into County Road 250. Follow this for 15 miles out of town until you reach County Road 501 - make a left turn here.  Soon, you'll reach the dam. Turn right to begin driving around the...
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    • Durango, Colorado

      Hike the First Fork/Red Creek Loop

      9.8 mi / 2195 ft gain
      Leaving from Durango, head north on Florida Road/CR 240. From the intersection with County Road 250 (the last stoplight), drive about 8 miles until you reach Colvig Summer Camp. Turn northwest here. The road will soon narrow and turn to dirt - continue straight. 1 mile further, there will be a la...
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    • Creede, Colorado

      Photograph North Clear Creek Falls

      4.0
      This 100 ft. waterfall is close to Colorado 149 on the Silver Thread Scenic Byway. To access the falls turn onto FR 510 from the northern entrance and head south for .5 miles. Turn left into the North Clear Creek Falls Observation Site, from there it's a short walk to the falls.Being out in the...
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    • La Plata County, Colorado

      Soak at Pinkerton Hot Spring

      5.0
      The Million Dollar Highway in Southern Colorado is a scenic mountain drive with many beautiful sights.  Pinkerton hot springs is located on the side of the highway just outside of Durango, Colorado.  There is a small pullout area for parking with a plaque explaining the history of the area and th...
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    • Durango, Colorado

      Summit 3 Peaks in the Chicago Basin

      5.0
      I tell people all the time that if they only do one hike in Colorado, this is it. You get a little taste of everything: Colorado history, wildlife, beautiful campsite views, 14ers, and the largest wilderness in the state.This itinerary assumes you’re hitching a ride on the train from Silverton. ...
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    • Durango, Colorado

      Drive the San Juan Skyway from Durango to Ouray

      4.7
      The drive from Durango to Ouray via Colorado 550 (The San Juan Skyway) is one of the most gorgeous roads in the country. The drive itself is worth your time, but if you have time be sure to make stops along the way at the many waterfalls, hiking trails, and lakes along the road. This drive passes...
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    • Durango, Colorado

      Trimble Hot Springs

      4.3
      The Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs offers a 101-105 degree, Olympic size swimming pool, in addition to two mineral pools, saunas, and a spa. Lodging is available as well, including a 'couple's hideaway' package.
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    • Durango, Colorado

      Hike the Falls Creek Loop

      4.5
      4.1 mi / 393 ft gain
      The Falls Creek Loop is a 4.1 mile trail in the San Juan National Forest, just outside of Durango, Colorado. Lots of side trails jut out from the main trail, and it is easy to lose your way. Take the middle trail at the first split, and keep following the main splits. You will find yourself on a ...
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    • Durango, Colorado

      Hike the Animas Mountain Trail

      5.9 mi / 1535 ft gain
      The Animas Mountain Trail is a 6 mile loop trail, easily accessible from town, and best used from March until October. In the early spring and late fall, it is advised to bring YakTrax or similar in case there are icy patches on the trail. This trail is located in the San Juan National Forest nea...
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    • Durango, Colorado

      Mountain Bike in Dalla Mountain Park

      4 mi
      The Dalla Park shares a trailhead and parking lot with the Animas Mountain trail, frequently used for hiking and trail running. There is plenty of room in this lot, as well as several picnic tables. Immediately after crossing through the gate, the trail divides. The bike park takes up the south a...
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    • Durango, Colorado

      Hike Goulding Creek

      4.0
      5.9 mi / 2122 ft gain
      This trailhead is only about 15 miles from Durango on Highway 550. Look out for Glacier Club/Tamarron on your right, and soon after (about a mile) there is a small dirt turn-off on the opposite side of the highway. There is one other turn off on the west side of the highway in this stretch, but i...
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    Camping and Lodging in Archuleta County

    Blanco River Group Campground
    Pagosa Springs, Colorado

    Blanco River Group Campground

    West Fork Campground
    Creede, Colorado

    West Fork Campground

    Palisades Horse Camp
    Pagosa Springs, Colorado

    Palisades Horse Camp

    Big Meadows Reservoir Campground
    Creede, Colorado

    Big Meadows Reservoir Campground

    Elwood Cabin
    Del Norte, Colorado

    Elwood Cabin

    Carnero Guard Station
    Del Norte, Colorado

    Carnero Guard Station

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