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Pagosa Springs is a town of 2,100 people (2019) in Southwestern Colorado along the San Juan River. It is most famous for its natural hot springs. There are also many opportunities for recreational activities nearby, such as the Wolf Creek Ski Area.
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Easily the most popular attraction in Pagosa Springs is the natural hot mineral springs, which are widely believed to have therapeutic abilities. This resort offers 18 outdoor mineral pools situated next to the San Juan River, plus an outdoor heated non-mineral pool and jacuzzi.
A small roadside attraction on the way up Wolf Creek Pass is this scenic waterfall just off the road, visible from the parking lot. A short but fairly steep trail through a pine forest takes hikers from the parking lot to the base of the falls, close enough to feel the spray from the falls, and makes from a good chance to stretch your legs after a long drive.
An Ancestral Puebloan archaeological site.
A small, family-run facility, Wolf Creek has the most snow in Colorado at an average of 465 inches annually. Its seven lifts serve many trails, from groomed easy and intermediate trails to difficult runs with lots of trees. A ski school, equipment rental shop, gift shop, and food service are on the premises, but there is no lodging available at the ski area. Lift tickets: $76 adult full-day, $60 adult half-day, $46 senior full-day, $39 child full-day, $38 senior half-day, $32 child half-day (3 day passes available, equipment rentals and ski school extra).
Established in 1919, the Liberty Theatre is the fourth oldest theater in Colorado and is a historic landmark.
Fine dining in an historic house near downtown. Reservations recommended (call after 3:30PM) but not required.
The salad bar and soup are great and are served in a rustic atmosphere.
Excellent Mexican food is served in large portions with a good price and great Margaritas.
A long-time local favorite for breakfast and lunch.
Laid back historic bar.
Local brews and bar food.
The Choke Cherry Tree is a great place to get delicious home-made candies and chocolates.
Pagosa Springs Airport (Stevens Field) is a full service general aviation airport that accommodates charter and private aircraft. For services at Stevens Field contact FBO operator Avjet Corp.
Read in the guideThe central part of Pagosa Springs, where the hot springs are, is small and easily walkable.
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