DFP Leaderboard: City

Balloons over Pagosa Springs

Pagosa Springs Hero

legacy_body_city_landing_page_208

legacy_crlp_city_landing_page_208

Soaking in the natural hot springs at The Springs Resort & Spa in Pagosa Springs

Chimney Rock National Monument near Pagosa Springs, CO

legacy_slideshow_city_landing_page_208

<p>Visitors to Pagosa Springs enjoy easy access to more than 2.5 million acres of national forest and wilderness. In the summer, the list of outdoor activities is long. Hike, bike, or enjoy a horseback ride along scenic mountain trails. Explore local waterfalls and breathtaking vistas at almost every turn. Raft, kayak or enjoy a lazy float down the San Juan River through the heart of downtown when the water slows.</p>
<p>Experience the thrill of catching a rainbow or cutthroat trout in a nearby stream or secluded alpine lake. Stand-up paddleboard and kayak at Williams Creek Reservoir. Nearby, <a href="https://visitpagosasprings.com/index.php?section=places-to-stay&amp;cmpid=277?utm_source=colorado_com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=citypage">Navajo State Park</a> is excellent for water skiing and boating. Strolling around the <a href="https://www.pagosawildlifepark.com">Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park</a> is fun for all ages. Pagosa's 27-hole golf course or two 18-hole disc golf courses will challenge all skill levels in stunning mountain settings. For the history buff, touch the past by visiting Ancestral Puebloan architechtural artifacts at <a href="https://www.colorado.com/articles/chimney-rock-national-monument-view-ancient-world">Chimney Rock National Monument</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Additional reading:</strong><br /><a href="http://www.colorado.com/articles/9-things-love-about-pagosa-springs-hot-springs">9 Things to Love About Pagosa's Hot Springs</a><br /><a href="http://www.colorado.com/articles/10-things-do-pagosa-springs-summer">10 Things to Do in Pagosa Springs This Summer</a><br /><a href="http://www.colorado.com/articles/10-ways-spend-winter-pagosa-springs">10 Ways to Spend Winter in Pagosa Springs</a></p>
<p>In the winter, <a href="https://visitpagosasprings.com/index.php?section=things-to-do-activities&amp;subcategory_id=37&amp;season=?utm_source=colorado_com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=citypage">Wolf Creek Ski Area</a>, just a short drive outside of town, boasts the most snow in Colorado, averaging 430 inches of snowfall annually. Wolf Creek provides affordable family fun with more than 1,600 acres of varied terrain, low prices and short lift lines. Are you looking for more? Try snowmobiling, ice-skating, ice-fishing, dog-sledding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or a sleigh ride.</p>
<p>Visitors love to soothe weary muscles in the town's three hot springs: <a href="https://visitpagosasprings.com/index.php?section=places-to-stay&amp;cmpid=18?utm_source=colorado_com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=citypage">The Springs Resort &amp; Spa</a>, <a href="https://visitpagosasprings.com/index.php?section=places-to-stay&amp;cmpid=8?utm_source=colorado_com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=citypage">Healing Waters Resort</a> and <a href="https://visitpagosasprings.com/things-to-do-hot-springs#overlook?utm_source=colorado_com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=citypage">Overlook Spa</a>, year-round. For the thirsty, Pagosa Springs is home to three award-winning, local craft <a href="https://visitpagosasprings.com/things-to-do-breweries?utm_source=colorado_com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=citypage">breweries</a>.</p>
<p>Pagosa Springs is only a two-hour drive from <a href="https://www.colorado.com/cities-and-towns/Mesa-Verde-National-Park">Mesa Verde National Park</a> or the <a href="https://www.colorado.com/articles/national-park-profile-great-sand-dunes-national-park-preserve">Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve</a> and sits at the crossroads of several spectacular scenic drives. Pagosa Springs is a great base camp for exploring all that southwest Colorado has to offer.</p>
<p>Find <a href="http://www.colorado.com/pagosa-springs-channel">More Pagosa Trip Ideas</a>.</p>


legacy_scc_city_landing_page_208

DFP Ads Cities - Middle

Pagosa Springs Accommodations

legacy_tl_city_landing_page_208

<div>
<p>Surrounded by more than 3 million acres of national forest and wilderness areas, you’ll find yourself in the center of nature’s playground in Pagosa Springs. With the San Juan Mountains and a variety of outdoor activities at your doorstep, along with hot springs, charming shops, historic sites, and an assortment of artisans, you'll find plenty to do in Pagosa.</p>
</div>
<div>
<div>
<div>
<div>
<div>
<div>
<div> </div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>


Visit Pagosa Springs

Pagosa Sponsored Author

Hotchkiss

Clifton

Orchard City

Towaoc

Paonia

Mancos

De Beque

Ignacio

Chimney Rock

Dolores

Gateway

Olathe

Powderhorn

Placerville

Hesperus

Cedaredge

Norwood

Somerset

Rico

Collbran

Silverton

Palisade

Delta

Mesa Verde National Park

Cortez

Fruita

Vallecito Lake

Uravan

Bayfield

Montrose

Eckert

Ridgway

Mesa

Lake City

Dove Creek

Crawford

Naturita

Grand Junction

Durango

Ouray

Telluride/Mountain Village

Gunnison

Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte

Marble

Pagosa Springs

Almont

Default Other Cities in Region Component

Campgrounds/RV Sites, National Monuments

The Colorado Culinary Camping Guide

Hot Springs, Breweries

Perfect Colorado Weekend-Activity Pairings

Accommodations

Power Down: 6 Places to Stay & Unplug in Colorado

Horseback Riding

5 Inspiring Ways to Horse Around in Colorado

Accommodations, Campgrounds/RV Sites

7 Unforgettable RV Parks in Colorado

State Parks, Stargazing

15 Incredible Places to Stargaze in Colorado

Hot Springs, Backpacking

10 Things to Do in Pagosa Springs This Summer

Hot Springs, Dog Sledding

10 Ways to Spend Winter in Pagosa Springs 

Ballooning & Aerial Sightseeing, Festivals & Events

Colorado Balloon Rides & Balloon Festivals

Ecotourism, Low-Impact Travel

Do Colorado Right: How to Experience These 7 Sustainable Colorado Cities

Adventure Sports

Colorado Extreme Races

Family Attractions, Casinos

A Family Weekend in Southwest Colorado

Sweet Colorado Road-Trip Stops

legacy_related_content_city_landing_page_208

Balloons sail over the river in Pagosa Springs - Pagosa Springs, CO