San Juan National Forest, CO
Travel Guide
Visit San Juan National Forest
Where to stay in San Juan National Forest

Columbine Lake
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 Lake of the Pines.

San Juan River Village
If you're spending some time in San Juan River Village, San Juan River is a top sight worth visiting.

Dalton Ranch
If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Pagosa Highlands
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.

Twin Creek Village
Though Twin Creek Village 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.

7BR Luxury with Amazing Amenities, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Yard, Close to Town/Ski
Property was remarkably clean and the kitchen was well-stocked. Plenty of blankets for the cool nights and for outdoor sitting. Bathrooms were well stocked with everything all essentials. Hot tub was very nice with plenty of towels. The house was decorated beautifully and comfortable.Great location ...
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

Apple Orchard Inn
warm welcome homely feel doesn't scream corporate at all ,always felt like second home ,Quiet stay comfortable stay
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

New Listing, Premier Host, Historic Cabin newly remodeled, private, quiet, CLEAN
I know it’s not always helpful to say a place is perfect, but the cabin was perfect. The host was a great communicator. The cabin was spotless and very well equipped. 10 minutes from town, an easy drive. A couple of minutes from great burgers at James Ranch. Hope it was ok to eat the apples on the ...
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

7BR Luxury with Amazing Amenities, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Yard, Close to Town/Ski
Property was remarkably clean and the kitchen was well-stocked. Plenty of blankets for the cool nights and for outdoor sitting. Bathrooms were well stocked with everything all essentials. Hot tub was very nice with plenty of towels. The house was decorated beautifully and comfortable.Great location ...
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

New Listing, Premier Host, Historic Cabin newly remodeled, private, quiet, CLEAN
I know it’s not always helpful to say a place is perfect, but the cabin was perfect. The host was a great communicator. The cabin was spotless and very well equipped. 10 minutes from town, an easy drive. A couple of minutes from great burgers at James Ranch. Hope it was ok to eat the apples on the ...
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Luxury on the River, Spacious Home Nestled in the Woods w/ Private Hot Tub, Yard
Host communicated well and was accommodating. 10/10 location, property, and stay. Will be back!
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Popular places to visit

Purgatory Resort
Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.

Vallecito Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vallecito Lake during your travels in Bayfield. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Island Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Island Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Silverton. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront, or seek out the ski slopes.

Ice Lakes Trail
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Ice Lakes Trail, a lovely green space in Silverton. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront, or seek out the ski slopes.

Molas Pass
Explore the lovely green spaces of Molas Pass and enjoy the ski slopes in Silverton. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Cliffs at Tamarron
Play a round of golf at Cliffs at Tamarron and enjoy other activities in Durango such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
- Purgatory Resort
- Cliffs at Tamarron
- Durango Hot Springs Spa
- Treasure Falls
- Chimney Rock National Monument
- Dalton Ranch Golf Club
- McPhee Lake
- Island Lake
- Ice Lakes Trail
- Molas Pass
- Piedra River Trail
- Chimney Rock Archaeological Area
- McPhee Recreation Area
- Louis M. Jones Memorial Park
- Kilpacker Trail
- Wolf Creek Ski Area
- San Juan River
- Red Mountain
- Dolores River
- Silverton Powdercats








