Ridgway, CO

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USA, Colorado, Ridgway. Horses graze near Ridgway in the San Juan Mountains in Colorado.
USA, Colorado, Ridgway. Horses graze near Ridgway in the San Juan Mountains in Colorado.
On my way to set up camp at the Blue Lakes Trailhead.  Mt. Sneffels looking grand.
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Dallas Divide at sunrise overlooking Ralph Lauren’s Double RL Ranch
Easy to find spot, just off the highway.
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Where to stay in Ridgway

Herd of elks on the meadows captured near Last Dollar Road, Ridgway, Colorado, USA

Elk Meadows

While there might not be top attractions in Elk Meadows, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Orvis Hot Springs and Ridgway Railroad Museum.

Elk Meadows
The Gunnison River flows through Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in Colorado

Pleasant Valley

Though Pleasant Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ridgway Railroad Museum and San Juan Hut Systems.

Pleasant Valley
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Idlewild Estates

When in Idlewild Estates, you can plan a visit to Orvis Hot Springs and Ouray Hot Springs Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Idlewild Estates
Ultra-wide panoramic view from Ridgway State Park of the San Juan Mountains on a stormy day in spring

Solar Ranch

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

While Solar Ranch might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Orvis Hot Springs and Ridgway State Park.

Solar Ranch
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Eagle Hill Ranch

Eagle Hill Ranch might not have many top sights, but Ridgway State Park and Orvis Hot Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Eagle Hill Ranch
San Juan Skyway near the Dallas Divide

Dallas Meadows

While Dallas Meadows might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ridgway State Park and Orvis Hot Springs.

Dallas Meadows
Chipeta Lodge

Chipeta Lodge

3.5 out of 5
304 S. Lena St Ridgway CO
$113 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$130 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa lodge in Ridgway. Enjoy a full-service spa, a 24-hour front desk, and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (646 reviews)
Everything was perfect

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Chipeta Lodge
Hotel Palomino

Hotel Palomino

3 out of 5
150 Palomino Trl Ridgway CO
$157 nightly
The price is $181 total per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
$181 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Ridgway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Trail Town Still and Ridgway Railroad Museum are located ...
Hotel Palomino
Red Rock Overlook: A secluded mountain home high above the Uncompahgre River

Red Rock Overlook: A secluded mountain home high above the Uncompahgre River

Ridgway CO
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Ridgway. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition ...
10/10 Exceptional! (284 reviews)
Best vacation away from Texas in a very long time! Went for Valentines Day weekend! Snow came in Friday night and we awoke Saturday to a snow-covered paradise. We made a snowman and then were able to sit on the deck in shorts that afternoon. Perfectly situated between two beautiful towns. Property ...

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Red Rock Overlook: A secluded mountain home high above the Uncompahgre River
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.
Red Rock Overlook: A secluded mountain home high above the Uncompahgre River

Red Rock Overlook: A secluded mountain home high above the Uncompahgre River

Ridgway CO
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Ridgway. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition ...
10/10 Exceptional! (284 reviews)
Best vacation away from Texas in a very long time! Went for Valentines Day weekend! Snow came in Friday night and we awoke Saturday to a snow-covered paradise. We made a snowman and then were able to sit on the deck in shorts that afternoon. Perfectly situated between two beautiful towns. Property ...

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Red Rock Overlook: A secluded mountain home high above the Uncompahgre River
Cannon Creek Cabin - private, amazing views, with a Hot Tub and Outdoor Sauna

Cannon Creek Cabin - private, amazing views, with a Hot Tub and Outdoor Sauna

Ridgway CO
Stay at this cabin in Ridgway. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a garden. Popular attractions Orvis Hot Springs and Hartwell Park are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (221 reviews)
We had a fantastic stay at Cannon Creek Cabin. The setting is exactly what you hope for in a mountain getaway, private, quiet, and surrounded by amazing views you can enjoy from both the cabin and the outdoor spaces.The highlights for us were the hot tub and the scenery. Both made it easy to unwind ...

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Cannon Creek Cabin - private, amazing views, with a Hot Tub and Outdoor Sauna
Gorgeous, spacious, custom home, views, large fenced yard. Fast fiber internet!

Gorgeous, spacious, custom home, views, large fenced yard. Fast fiber internet!

RIDGWAY CO
Stay at this vacation home in Ridgway. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ouray Hot Springs Pool and Horsethief Trail are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
The home was so nice. Great location. Home was well stocked with everything we needed and then some. Reasonably priced for a high end custom home. Quiet, and we loved seeing wild turkeys every morning. We will definitely be back

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Gorgeous, spacious, custom home, views, large fenced yard. Fast fiber internet!
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 Ridgway

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 62%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great location!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love this little town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Definitely go to the Thai restaraunt!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

One of the best views in Colorado!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Handful of restaurants in town - some close on certain days and most close fairly early.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

For us we booked reservations in Ridgeway because of its location between Ouray and Telluride. Time didn't allow us to sightsee in Ridgeway. Hope to come back and spend time there.

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