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Silver Thread Byway: South Fork, Creede & Lake City

Opportunities to survey untamed wilderness, uncover mining history and pursue some of the state’s most iconic outdoor activities — including hiking, rafting and fly-fishing — make a cruise along the Silver Thread Byway a must.

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How to Give Back to These Special Places

 Become a member and donate to Hinsdale County Historical Society or volunteer with the Lake Fork Valley Conservancy.

Day 1

activity

Mountain Man Rafting

Mountain Man offers guided and custom whitewater rafting trips on the Rio Grande River near Creede, South Fork and Lake City, Colorado. Mountain Man…

lunch

Ramon's Mexican Restaurant

Ramon’s Mexican Restaurant serves delicious food for an authentic taste of Mexico! Come experience our fresh-prepared burritos, fajitas, tacos, burgers…

activity

Twin Pine Motor Sports, Inc.

Twin Pine Motor Sports is ready for the summer season in beautiful South Fork, Colorado!  We have all the new and exciting Arctic Cat ATVS and Side-by-sides…

dinner

Rio Grande Club and Resort

Southern Colorado's premier golf and fly-fishing destination resort. The culinary experience at the Rio Grande Club & Resort is paralleled by its…

activity

Wolf Creek Anglers

We are your catch and release guiding connection for Southwestern CO, specializing in the Rio Grande, San Juan River, private and other surrounding…

lodging

Arbor House Inn Bed & Breakfast on the River

Riverside setting. 5 lux. guest rooms: pvt. bath, TV/DVD, micro., fridge, WIFI, coffee, robes.  Honeymoon suite: candelabra fireplace, spa tub. Outdoor…

Day 2

breakfast

Bristol Head Bakery

Bristol Head Bakery in Creede offers fresh, made from scratch pastries, pies, cakes and cookies. Custom orders are available with advance notice.

activity

Wheeler Geologic Area

One of the most astounding geologic sites in Colorado, the area is accessed by hiking a 7-mile trail or driving a 14-mile 4WD road.  The 640 acre area…

lunch

Kip's Grill

Kip's Grill started operating out of a caboose on the side of the Highway in Del Norte, Colorado in 1996. The goal was to create seriously fresh, handmade…

activity

Hike Weminuche Trail

The Weminuche trail is 5.5 miles long. It begins at 30 Mile Campground and ends at Weminuche Pass/San Juan National Forest Trail 564. The trail is well…

dinner

Antlers Rio Grande Lodge & Riverside Restaurant

An old-fashioned American vacation destination with modern riverside cabins, rooms, RVs, private fishing and riverside dining.

activity

North and South Clear Creek Falls

This Overlook facility is situated as a stop on the Silverthread Scenic Byway right along State Highway 149. It offers a new restroom, picnic tables,…

lodging

Antlers Rio Grande Lodge & Riverside Restaurant

An old-fashioned American vacation destination with modern riverside cabins, rooms, RVs, private fishing and riverside dining.

Day 3

breakfast

Lake City Bakery

The Bakery sits in the San Juan Mountains. We are going on our 29th summer It's in a small town with beautiful views. Everything is baked fresh everyday…

activity

The Sportsman Outdoors & Fly Shop

Everything for the fly fishing trip of a lifetime-experienced guides and custom planning for beginner to advanced anglers! Half-, full-, and multi-day…

Insider's Tip

Kayak Lake San Cristobol

Get rentals and tips on where to go from the friendly folks at Sportsman Outdoors before heading out!

lunch

Climb Elevated Eatery

Elevated comfort food and craft cocktails served with attentive, friendly service.

activity

Hike Williams Creek

Quick, short hike or not-so-quick long hike — Williams Creek is one of those something-for-everyone trails for hikers and horseback riders alike. For…

dinner

Packer Saloon & Cannibal Grill

Serving food from 11am to 9pm every day. A very relaxing and fun place! Come join us!

activity

Lake City Ghost Tour

During the Summer months several tours are held to educate the public on the history of our community. All are walking tours and begin at the Museum…

lodging

Matterhorn Motel

Excellent online reviews. Open 365 days a year! Located in the downtown National Historic District, off the main Hiway tucked up against the mountain…

Day 4

breakfast

Sportsman's BBQ Station & Backyard

The Sportsman’s BBQ Station and the Backyard offers great Texas BBQ 
as well as have the only outdoor live music event venue dubbed The Backyard, 
in…

activity

Hike Powderhorn Lakes Trail

This trail leads to both Lower and Upper Powderhorn Lakes. The trail climbs through a Spruce forest to a large meadow at 11,700 ft. The meadow contains…

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lunch

Silver Slice Pizza

Determined, hard-working, creative cooks and friendly waiting staff, we all welcome you every moment when you feel hungry!

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Lake City Auto and Sports Center

Come play in our Rocky Mountain paradise! We rent snowmobiles, ATVs and Jeeps.

Insider's Tip

Rent an ATV at Lake City Auto Sports Center

Get directions from the crew and head to Schafer Gulch/Hurricane Basin for stunning San Juan mountain vistas.

dinner

Lake City Brewing Company

Lake City's first new brewery in over 130 years! Craft beer brewed right here in Lake City. Wine and cocktails also available. Dig into some pub grub…

activity

Mountaineer Theatre

Over the years our theatre has been a staple to our family, the members to the Lake City, and everyone passing through. We continue to provide memories…

lodging

Pleasant View Resort

Modern Mountain Housekeeping Cabins. Magnificent scenery, fishing, 14ers, trails and a small Victorian town. Queen beds, kitchens, cable TV/WiFi, kids…

Day 5

breakfast

Lake City Bakery

The Bakery sits in the San Juan Mountains. We are going on our 29th summer It's in a small town with beautiful views. Everything is baked fresh everyday…

activity

Visit Deer Lakes

Most visitors to this campground come for great fishing in a beautiful location. Hikers, backpackers and equestrians will enjoy the trails of the La…

lunch

Southern Vittles

Good old southern cooking. Specializing in fried fish, shrimp and chicken; also added this year is more BBQ. Come check out our new menu items.

activity

Hinsdale County Museum

The Hinsdale County Historical Society was established in October 1973 and opened its first museum in the Finley Block in July 1975. The building seen…

dinner

Tacos al Corazón

Tacos al Corazón promises quesadillas, margaritas and (you guessed it) tacos, including delicious vegetarian options.

activity

Stargaze at Big Blue Campground

A real jewel of a secluded campground overlooking a picturesque valley adjacent to the Uncompahgre Wilderness.

lodging

Pleasant View Resort

Modern Mountain Housekeeping Cabins. Magnificent scenery, fishing, 14ers, trails and a small Victorian town. Queen beds, kitchens, cable TV/WiFi, kids…

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