Pagosa Springs, CO

Travel Guide

Pagosa Springs showing a small town or village, watersports and a river or creek
Pagosa Springs
Pagosa Springs featuring a small town or village
Pagosa Springs showing a river or creek and a small town or village
Pagosa Springs which includes a river or creek and a small town or village

Sail on a still lake, raft down a rushing river, and hike, bike or horseback ride along mountain trails before soothing tired muscles in hot springs.

For lovers of outdoor adventure, Pagosa Springs is a dream destination. Raise your heart rate with action-packed outdoor activities before relaxing in one of the town’s three hot springs resorts.

Spreading out from this mountain town is some 3,000,000 acres (1,200,000 hectares) of wilderness and national forest just waiting to be explored. Hurtle down the rapid-filled San Juan River on a raft, kayak or tube. More benign adventures can be experienced in the nearby Navajo State Park, where the still waters of a reservoir are perfect for fishing, boating and swimming. Walks in the park can yield sightings of everything from prickly pear cactusto free-roaming mule deer. Bald eagles can even be seen overhead.

From town, it’s just a short drive to the Wolf Creek Ski Area, which opens throughout winter. Zip down the slopes on skis, try ice-fishing or dog-sledding, or take the whole family on a festive sleigh ride. Families will also enjoy a visit to the Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park, home to bears and mountain lions, among other creatures.

Find out more about local history at Chimney Rock National Monument, a site encompassing ancient Ancestral Puebloan dwellings and ceremonial buildings. Make the 0.5-mile (0.8-kilometer) trek up the site, which is set at an elevation of 7,000 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level and promises spectacular views of Colorado as well as neighboring New Mexico. Culture-keen visitors will want to see the Fred Harman Art Museum. The museum is devoted to Fred Harman, the brains behind the Red Ryder and Little Beaver comic strips. More than 50 original pieces of this “cowboy art” can be viewed here.

When you need a break from exploring, sink into the soothing pools at one of the town’s three hot springs. The Springs Resort & Spa has 23 soaking pools, theHealing Waters Resort and Spaencompasses a hot mineral water pool, outdoor soaking tub and indoor hot baths, whileOverlook Hot Springs Spa features rooftop tubs.

Pagosa Springs is located around 280 miles (450 kilometers) from Denver and 150 miles (240 kilometers) from Santa Fe.

Where to stay in Pagosa Springs

Pagosa Springs featuring a river or creek and a small town or village

Downtown Pagosa Springs

While visiting Downtown Pagosa Springs, you might make a stop by sights like San Juan River and Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring.

Downtown Pagosa Springs
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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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Timber Ridge Ranch

Though Timber Ridge Ranch might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts.

Timber Ridge 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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Tierra Del Oro

4/5(1 area review)

Tierra Del Oro might not have many top sights, but San Juan River and Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tierra Del Oro
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Pagosa Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Pagosa Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts and Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring.

Pagosa Hills
High Creek Lodge & Cabins
High Creek Lodge & Cabins
2.5 out of 5
3821 Highway 160 East, Pagosa Springs, CO
$200 nightly
The price is $218 total per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
$218 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this lodge in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (460 reviews)
"Very nice property,"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

High Creek Lodge & Cabins
The Springs Resort & Spa
The Springs Resort & Spa
2.5 out of 5
323 Hot Springs Blvd, Pagosa Springs, CO
$510 nightly
The price is $571 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$571 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Popular attractions San Juan River and Nathan's Hippy Dip ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (302 reviews)
"As lifelong residents of Colorado, this was our first time stopping in Pagosa Springs and our choice of The Springs Resort to stay will last as one of our best. We were so impressed with the new rooms and new spa area (even though we had no frame of reference). The 24 hour access to the pools was ..."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

The Springs Resort & Spa
Alpine Inn of Pagosa Springs
Alpine Inn of Pagosa Springs
2 out of 5
8 Solomon Drive, Pagosa Springs, CO
$120 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$131 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Awesome place!
"This was a family owned lovely place. It was comfortable, peaceful, and clean. It is a little older but everything was clean. Just what we need for lay our heads for 2 nights while we checked out Pagosa Springs."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Alpine Inn of Pagosa Springs
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.
Best downtown studio, Fireplace
Best downtown studio, Fireplace
Pagosa Springs
Stay at this condo in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Sheep Creek Trail and San Juan Historical Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
"There is road construction through town but it did not take away from the charm or beautiful surroundings. It made walking easier too because the traffic is slow and alllows for crossing the roads. The side walks are still accessible too."

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Best downtown studio, Fireplace
Newly Renovated Downtown Condo! Walk To Restaurants / Hot Springs
Newly Renovated Downtown Condo! Walk To Restaurants / Hot Springs
Pagosa Springs
Stay at this condo in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Sheep Creek Trail and San Juan Historical Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (180 reviews)
"The best location ever to just hang out in town and go walk around! Owners were above and beyond responsive!! We loved our stay!"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025

Newly Renovated Downtown Condo! Walk To Restaurants / Hot Springs
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
Stay at this cabin in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy a fitness center, a garden, and patios. Popular attraction Crater Lake Trail is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
Franks 4th
"Great place, great Host and great little town nearby. We already booked our stay for next year, think that should answer anyone's questions."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
190
5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
104
4 - Good 32%
3 - Okay
31
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Can't wait to go back!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

not to much to do there.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Didn't spend much time in Pagosa Springs, but it was an easy drive to Wolf Creek. Everyone we met was really nice.

4/5 - Good

Chuck

Quaint little mountain town. Definitely needs more cell towers to improve internet and cell service

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Pagosa is such a charming little town. Everything is within a 5-10 min drive (mostly 5 from Nightingale). There are tons of local shops and food to support. We will be back!

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