San Juan National Forest, CO

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Purgatory Resort Snowy Panorama
San Juan National Forest
San Juan National Forest
San Juan National Forest
San Juan National Forest

Where to stay in San Juan National Forest

Panoramic view of beautiful Ice lake near Silverton, Colorado on rocky mountain peak and panorama reflection of summer landscape with nobody and green grass blue sky

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 Electra Lake.

Columbine Lake
West Cimarron River with coxcomb redcliff and fortress mountains in the back at sunset

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
Panoramic image of The narrow gauge railroad locomotive under power between Durango and Silverton in Colorado

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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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
Moon Rising over Williams Reservoir in Colorado

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 Pinon Lake Reservoir.

Lake Hatcher Park
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Lake Pagosa Park

When in Lake Pagosa Park, you can plan a visit to Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Pinon Lake Reservoir, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lake Pagosa Park
Apple Orchard Inn

Apple Orchard Inn

3.5 out of 5
7758 County Road 203 Durango CO
The price is ¥31,854 per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
¥31,854
¥34,370 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Durango. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Durango Hot Springs Spa and Dalton Ranch Golf Club ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (718 reviews)
"We've stayed at Apple Orchard Inn during previous Durango visits and have always found it to be most accommodating and pleasant. The rooms are spotless, the bed, room temp and bathroom are excellent and breakfast, while not elaborate, is quite satisfactory. We've found the owners to be very pleasant ..."

Reviewed on May 27, 2026

Apple Orchard Inn
Luxury on the River, Spacious Home Nestled in the Woods, Private Hot Tub, Yard

Luxury on the River, Spacious Home Nestled in the Woods, Private Hot Tub, Yard

Durango CO
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions James Ranch and Durango ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
"This property was beautiful. Some details around the house need some TLC and updated hardware but our geoup of 18 loved our stay. We had a winter wonderland of a weekend and would definitely come back."

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Luxury on the River, Spacious Home Nestled in the Woods, Private Hot Tub, Yard
Creekside Retreat with Yard, Close to Downtown and Ski, Dog Friendly

Creekside Retreat with Yard, Close to Downtown and Ski, Dog Friendly

Durango CO
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Durango Hot Springs Spa ...
10/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
"This place far exceeded what I thought the place would be. What a lovely place."

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Creekside Retreat with Yard, Close to Downtown and Ski, Dog Friendly
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.
PET FRIENDLY, cozy, quiet, cabin; river in the backyard STARLINK; VRP-25-0076

PET FRIENDLY, cozy, quiet, cabin; river in the backyard STARLINK; VRP-25-0076

Pagosa Springs CO
Stay at this cabin in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy a fitness center, a garden, and patios. Popular attraction Crater Lake Trail is located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
"This place is absolutely unreal. The barn itself is cozy, well stocked in the kitchen, and very comfortable. Literally no complaints. The river/swimming hole was our primary location for almost our entire trip. Our dogs had an absolute blast playing in the water and we floated in the river and just ..."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

PET FRIENDLY, cozy, quiet, cabin; river in the backyard STARLINK; VRP-25-0076
Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango

Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango

Durango CO
Stay at this cabin in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Lemon Reservoir and Horse Thief Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"It was a very cozy and comfortable place to stay. Located directly on the river was unbelievable! Most definitely would stay there again!!"

Reviewed on May 14, 2026

Classic Colorado Cabin on the Florida River - 20 Minutes to Downtown Durango
Cabin in Pagosa Lakes, Permit #: VRP036627

Cabin in Pagosa Lakes, Permit #: VRP036627

Pagosa Springs CO
Book a stay at this golf cabin in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pagosa Springs Golf Club and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Debra was great to deal with. Rooms were a good size and could easily accommodate 6 people. Close to town and several good restaurants. Very quiet at night. Plenty of wildlife, deer walking and grazing every morning. We needed a humidifier for the dryer air and they found one for us very quickly. ..."

Reviewed on May 30, 2026

Cabin in Pagosa Lakes, Permit #: VRP036627
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.

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