San Juan National Forest, CO

Travel Guide

San Juan Skyway which includes tranquil scenes and views as well as a small group of people
San Juan Skyway showing desert views, views and tranquil scenes
Photo provided by Purgatory Resort
Photo provided by Purgatory Resort
Photo provided by Purgatory Resort
Photo provided by Purgatory Resort
Photo provided by Purgatory Resort
Photo provided by Purgatory Resort

Where to stay in San Juan National Forest

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Columbine Lake

5/5(1 area review)

While Columbine Lake might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Purgatory Resort and Lake of the Pines.

Columbine Lake
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San Juan River Village

If you're spending some time in San Juan River Village, San Juan River is a top sight worth visiting.

San Juan River Village
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Dalton Ranch

If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Dalton Ranch
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Lake Hatcher Park

While there might not be top attractions in Lake Hatcher Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Stevens Reservoir.

Lake Hatcher Park
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Pagosa Highlands

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Pagosa Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Stevens Reservoir.

Pagosa Highlands
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Twin Creek Village

4/5(1 area review)

Though Twin Creek Village might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Stevens Reservoir.

Twin Creek Village
Apple Orchard Inn
Apple Orchard Inn
3.5 out of 5
7758 County Road 203, Durango, CO
The price is SAR 593 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 593
SAR 634 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Durango Hot Springs Spa and Dalton Ranch Golf Club ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (290 reviews)
"Beautiful comfortable well built cottages. Super nice and clean."

Reviewed on 29 December 2024

Apple Orchard Inn
Pet-friendly Bayfield Cabin w/ Game Room & Hot Tub
Pet-friendly Bayfield Cabin w/ Game Room & Hot Tub
3 out of 5
Bayfield
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bayfield. Enjoy free parking, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Vallecito Lake and Lake SImpatico ...
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Pet-friendly Bayfield Cabin w/ Game Room & Hot Tub
Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles
Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles
Durango
The price is SAR 1,088 per night from May 7 to May 8
SAR 1,088
SAR 2,289 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this vacation home in Durango. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Durango Hot Springs Spa and Dalton Ranch Golf ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (96 reviews)
40th birthday gathering
"Ot was a nice place to get away from everything to have a quaint get togettlher for a birthday party. Yet still close enough to civilization to go out for a nice dinner"

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles
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Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles
Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles
Durango
Stay at this vacation home in Durango. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Durango Hot Springs Spa and Dalton Ranch Golf ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (96 reviews)
40th birthday gathering
"Ot was a nice place to get away from everything to have a quaint get togettlher for a birthday party. Yet still close enough to civilization to go out for a nice dinner"

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Mineshaft, Creek front, Hot Tub, Close to Town, Ski Area 20 miles
Pet-friendly Bayfield Cabin w/ Game Room & Hot Tub
Pet-friendly Bayfield Cabin w/ Game Room & Hot Tub
3 out of 5
Bayfield
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bayfield. Enjoy free parking, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Vallecito Lake and Lake SImpatico ...
Pet-friendly Bayfield Cabin w/ Game Room & Hot Tub
7BR Luxury with Amazing Amenities, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Yard, Close to Town/Ski
7BR Luxury with Amazing Amenities, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Yard, Close to Town/Ski
Durango
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, a pool table, and patios. Popular attractions Durango Hot Springs Spa and Dalton ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
Tall Spruce
"Perfect location between Purg and Durango. All 5 adults were comfortable. Neighborhood is a bit on the interesting side, but all was fine."

Reviewed on 11 March 2025

7BR Luxury with Amazing Amenities, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Yard, Close to Town/Ski
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Purgatory Ski Area featuring snow, mountains and a luxury hotel or resort

Purgatory Resort

4.5/5(187 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Durango with a visit to Purgatory Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Purgatory Resort
Vallecito Lake

Vallecito Lake

4.5/5(44 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vallecito Lake during your travels in Bayfield. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Vallecito Lake
Hidden in the high country above Silverton CO is Island Lake, In a days hike you can see both Island Lake and the Ice Lakes basin, the best views in southwest Colorado. #BVSblue

Island Lake

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Island Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Silverton. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront, or seek out the ski slopes.

Island Lake
Fall is coming and the storms on the mountains of the San Juans are just beginning. A favorite location is this old cabin caught between rainstorms, behind are the Twightlight peaks on the right and the Vestal Range on the left.

Molas Pass

4.5/5(58 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Molas Pass and enjoy the ski slopes in Silverton. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Molas Pass
Grueling hike up to Ice Lake, outside of Silverton Co. We were not expecting so much snow

Ice Lakes Trail

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Ice Lakes Trail, a lovely green space in Silverton. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront, or seek out the ski slopes.

Ice Lakes Trail

Cliffs at Tamarron

3/5(2 reviews)

Play a round of golf at Cliffs at Tamarron and enjoy other activities in Durango such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Cliffs at Tamarron