Things to do in Dolores

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Dolores
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Photo by Ann Sair
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Photo by Ann Sair

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McPhee Reservoir near Dolores in southwest Colorado, a great place to camp

McPhee Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at McPhee Lake during your travels in Dolores. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

McPhee Lake
Dolores River Brewery

Dolores River Brewery

You can take time to visit Dolores River Brewery during your travels to Dolores. Amble around this family-friendly area's scenic parks and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Dolores River Brewery

Kilpacker Trail

Explore the great outdoors at Kilpacker Trail, a lovely green space in Dolores. Take in the festivals and mountain views in the area.

Kilpacker Trail

Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum during your trip to Dolores. Amble around this quaint area's scenic parks and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Rio Grande Southern Railroad Museum

Anasazi Heritage Center

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Anasazi Heritage Center during your travels in Dolores. Amble around this family-friendly area's scenic parks and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Anasazi Heritage Center

McPhee Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at McPhee Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Dolores. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

McPhee Recreation Area

Popular day trips from Dolores

Mesa Verde National Park showing tranquil scenes, mountains and landscape views

Cortez

Durango - Purgatory which includes night scenes, street scenes and a city

Durango

Telluride Ski Resort featuring snow skiing, snow and mountains

Telluride

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolores worth visiting?
Renowned for its hiking and mountain biking, finding fun things to do in Dolores is easy. Be sure to add Dolores River Brewery to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Dolores?
Anasazi Heritage Center and McPhee Lake are two great places to begin your vacation adventures. Be sure to explore the retail and dining options in Dolores while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Dolores?
The top tourist attraction in Dolores is Dolores River Brewery, so be sure to include it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Dolores?
You can easily tick off top sights like Dolores River Brewery, Anasazi Heritage Center and McPhee Lake with a three-day stay in Dolores. On average, most travelers plan three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so linger longer and check out Cortez.
What are some activities to do in Dolores with kids?
Deciding what to do in Dolores with kids is easier than ever. Whether you're vacationing with toddlers or teenagers, there's a range of family-friendly activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Dolores for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or outdoor explorer, there are loads of things to do in Dolores for adults including Dolores River Brewery.
Are there free things to do in Dolores?
From visiting parks to wandering around hip neighborhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Dolores. If you're looking for inspiration, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. McPhee Lake is a great spot for anyone looking to save on their travel adventures.