Vallecito Lake

At an elevation of 8,000 feet and easy access to the San Juan National Forest and Weminuche Wilderness Area, it offers a variety of accommodations and recreational opportunities. Relaxation is the way of life whether you're looking for summer boating, horseback riding, hiking, fishing or Jeeping. Or in the winter, enjoy cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing and sleigh riding.

In the aftermath of a wildfire, a local artist created impressive wood carvings around the community. You can see them all on a driving tour.