The Upper Rim Trail, #312, is located within the Turkey Springs trail system and offers an easy hike. The 3.5 mile loop is relatively flat and winds along the edge of the the rim, providing views across Martinez Canyon. The trail is well marked and easy to follow. The Upper Rim Trail is a great […]
Ray Bonneau
Buckles Lake and Harris Lake Trail Hike
The Buckles Lake trail is a relatively flat and easy trail, making it suitable for the entire family. Buckles Lake is a short distance from the trailhead and a great stopping point if you are hiking with small children. The trail continues past Buckles Lake to Harris Lake. Both Buckles and Harris Lakes are reservoirs […]
Creede Colorado
Creede is a great day trip from Pagosa Springs as it is only an hour and 15 minute drive. The drive itself is beautiful. You will pass Treasure Falls, the scenic Overlook, and cross the Continental Divide at Wolf Creek Pass. Allow some time to stop at these points of interest on the way. While […]
Turkey Springs Trail System
The Turkey Springs Trail System is a multi-use area of the San Juan National Forest, offering Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) riding, Cross Country Skiing, Snow Shoeing, and Snowmobiling, basically any outdoor activity that you can think of. The main entrance to the trail system is off of Piedra Road just outside […]
How do you say ‘Weminuche?’
The Weminuche wilderness hosts many great hikes in the San Juan Mountains. However, many people do not know how to say ‘Weminuche’ properly. Weminuche is a word from the Native American Ute language.
Pagosa Peak
Pagosa Peak is the back drop of Pagosa Springs Colorado and the towns namesake. Rising to 12,640 feet above sea level, it’s the highest peak near Pagosa Springs and is located in the Weminuche Wilderness area of the San Juan National Forest. Hiking Pagosa Peak Pagosa Peak is the one mountain that everyone knows, and […]
East Fork San Juan River Fishing
Fishing the East Fork of the San Juan River is a fly fisherman’s dream, and the river is popular for many reasons. It’s an easy river to access, and the fishing is great. There are several species of trout, mostly rainbow and brook trout, that are found in the river. East Fork Road parallels the […]
Coal Creek Trail Hike
Looking for a challenging and difficult hike? Coal Creek Trail is a point to point, 9-mile, hike climbing 3000 ft in elevation. The trail runs between East Fork Rd and Fawn Gulch Rd, and may be traversed in either direction. The trail reaches 10,500 ft before descending back down to the other side. Elevation Start: […]
Chimney Rock National Monument
Nearby Pagosa Springs lies Chimney Rock National Monument, an archeaological site located in the southern San Juan National Forest. The site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. Rising 315ft, it is hard to miss the rock formation from US 160 just west of Pagosa Springs. The second rock formation,known as […]
Little Blanco Trail Hike
Little Blanco Trail is rated difficult due to the steep elevation climbs. However the scenic views are well worth the effort. The trail leads through several large aspen groves, so hiking the Little Blanco Trail during the fall is amazing. During the summer months, colorful wildflowers cover the landscape. The first two miles climb over […]