Pagosa Springs Colorado Free Travel Guide and Information

Pagosa Springs: Insider Tips, FAQs & Links

Airport Transportation

Pagosa Springs is service by 3 Airports:
Durango's "La Plata County Airport" It is small (only 2 gates) with regular service from Continental Express, Rio Grande Airlines 1 877 435 9742, Great Lakes Aviation (United 1 800 241 6522), American Eagle (American Airlines 1 800 433 7300) and Americawest Airlines 1 800 235 9292. Durango Transportation offers shuttle service on a reservation basis - Call (970) 259 4818 Durango airport is about 70 miles from Pagosa Springs.
Stevens Field in Pagosa Springs does not accommodate commercial aircraft. It is open to all private planes; commercial service not available at this time. Runway 9,000 ft. long. Call (970) 731 2127 for more information.
Alamosa Municipal Airport, Bergman Field
in Alamosa is about 85 miles from Pagosa Springs. For more information call (719) 589 9446.
Other airports are Denver (244 miles), Albuquerque (212 miles) and Colorado Springs (192 miles).

Train
Transportation

East & Westbound trains stop in Trinidad. For more info visit www.amtrak.com or call AMTRAK 1 800 872 7245.

Temperatures

Average temperatures:
January is between 11F (C) and 43F (5C).
July is between 51F (C) and 79F (C).

Altitude

The city of Pagosa Springs is 7,079 Feet above sea level.

Health Tips

Most health risks in Pagosa Springs are related to altitude: altitude sickness, hypothermia and sunburn. Bring your sunscreen with you (especially in the winter). Drink lots of water. Layer your clothing in winter and stick to natural fabrics - cotton and wool - if possible.

Telephone Area Code

(970) is the area code

Exchange Office

None. Change your money before you get to Pagosa Springs.

Road
Conditions

The number for Colorado road conditions is toll free 1 877 315 7623.

TIP:
Free Information

You can receive free visitor information for your trip from the Pagosa Springs Chamber of Commerce. Click here http://www.pagosaspringschamber.com, scroll to the bottom of the page and click on "Free Information."

TIP
Where to Hike

Hiking through the San Juan National Forest is a wonderful experience. For an excellent list of hikes that covers a variety of terrain and are geared to different ability levels, visit
http://www.pagosaspringschamber.com

TIP
Full Moon at Chimney Rock

If you are luck enough to be in Pagosa Springs area during a full moon, you must try to visit Chimney Rock for their Full Moon Celebration. For more information and reservations contact Full Moon Program at Chimney Rock Archaeological Area at (970) 883 5359. Reservations are required for the Full Moon Program. Make them early! It sell out fast!

FAQ
Where to Fish

"Is there any places to fish in the Pagosa Springs area?" - Bruce
There are many great streams, rivers, beaver ponds and lakes that are all easily accessible and offer excellent fishing opportunities. Here is a link to the best of them...
http://www.pagosa.com/.

FAQ
Where to Camp

"Is there any places to camp or fish in the Pagosa Springs area?" - Bruce
Here is a list of campgrounds...

160 West Adult RV Park
1623 West Hwy. 160
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Phone: 970-264-5873 Fax: 970-264-7225
Description: Open 5/1 - 10/31. Full hookups, picnic areas, phones, laundry, close to golf course, fishing, hiking, quiet spacious sites, beautiful view of mountains. Adults only. Units - 28, handicap facilities - no, television, cable, pets - ask permission, rates - $22/night, weekly and monthly rates.

Acres Green RV Park, LLC
10 Leisure Ct.
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
http://www.acresgreenrv.com/
Phone: 970-264-9264 Toll Free: 888-724-6727
Description: Open April thru mid-November. Full hookups on most sites with craft center. All grass parking with mountainside view. Units - 20, handicap facilities - no, television, pets - pets welcome, accepting MasterCard and Visa, rates - $18/night, $85/week, $250/monthly.

Blanco River RV Park, LLC
97 Leisure Ct.
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
http://www.coloradodirectory.com/
Phone: 970-264-5547 Toll Free: 800-280-9429
Description: Full hookups, large tent area, showers, laundry and activity center on the Blanco River. Hot tub with mountain views. Units - 38, handicap facilities - no, television, hot tub, pets - pets welcome, accepting MasterCard and Visa, rates - $20/night, $14/night/tent, $92-$110/weekly, $275/monthly.

Bruce Spruce Ranch
231 West Fork Rd.
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
http://www.brucespruceranch.com/
Phone: 970-264-5374 Fax: 970-264-5059
Description: Rustic log cabins, large modern cabin, 32 RV sites, 6 tent sites, playground. Borders National Forest. Fishing, hiking, trail riding available; open year round. Large ski lodge open for ski season, x-country skiing available. Units - 15, kitchen units - 15, handicap facilities - no, pets - ask permission, accepting MasterCard and Visa, rates - $40-$102/cabins, $16.50/RVs, $13.50/tents, $200-$300/night/house.

Chimney Rock Campground & Restaurant
18710 US Hwy. 160 West
Chimney Rock, CO 81127
Phone: 970-731-5237
Description: Full hookups, sits below Chimney Rock, laundry, showers, good water, restaurant, and open year-round. Units - 20, handicap facilities - yes, pets - pets welcome, accepting MasterCard, Visa and Diners Club, rates - $14/night, $75/week + electric, $185/month + electric.

Cool Pines RV Park
1501 W. Hwy. 160 #3
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Phone: 970-264-9130
Description: Full hookups - 50 amp - pull thrus, laundry, city water, tiled baths, playground, dog run, rec hall, modem hookup. Units - 22, handicap facilities - yes, television, cable, VCR, Disney Channel, satellite, hot tub, pets - pets welcome, accepting MasterCard and Visa, rates $16-$24/night, weekly and monthly rates.

Elk Meadows Campground
5360 E. Hwy. 160
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
http://www.coloradodirectory.com/elkmeadowscamp/
Phone: 970-264-5482
Description: Family operated with RV sites. 30-50 amp pull-thru service, river, fishing, phone hookups, horse pasture. Clean restrooms. Units - 30, handicap facilities - no, television, pets - pets welcome, accepting MasterCard and Visa, rates - $15/night/tent, $108/weekly, $275/month/30 amp.

Fireside Inn
1600 E. Hwy. 160
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
http://www.firesidecabins.com/
Phone: 970-264-9204 Toll Free: 888-264-9204
Description: One and two bedroom cabins. Gas fireplaces, cable, kitchens, bedrooms and living rooms, phone, covered porch. Enclosed hot tub. Non-smoking. Units - 15, kitchen units - 15, handicap facilities - yes, television, cable, HBO, hot tub, accepting MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover, rates - $109-$150/night, weekly rates.

Happy Camper RV Park
9260 W. Hwy. 160
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Phone: 970-731-5822
Description: Full RV hookups, tents, pull-thrus, nicest showers, clubhouse, laundry, phone, store, gift shop. Units - 81, kitchen units - 1, handicap facilities - yes, television, pets - pets welcome, accepting MasterCard, Visa and Discover, rates - $18/night, $85/weekly, $250/monthly.

Indian Head Lodge
631 Williams Creek Road (FR 640)
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Phone: 970-731-2282 Fax: 970-731-2283
Description: Cabins, store, gas, diesel, propane, showers, bunkhouse, sporting supplies. Close to 4 major trailheads and Williams Creek Reservoir. Units - 5, kitchen units - 2, handicap facilities - no, pets - ask permission, accepting MasterCard and Visa, rates - $60/night/cabins, $12/night/bunkhouse, weekly and monthly rates.

Pagosa Riverside Campground
2270 E. Hwy. 160
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
http://www.coloradovacation.com/camp/pagosa/
Phone: 970-264-5874 Fax: 970-264-5874 Toll Free: 888-785-3234
Description: People and modem friendly. Pull-thrus river, lakeside or wooded RV and tent sites. Hot showers, laundry, groceries, gifts and RV parts. Paddle boats, playground, seasonal pool. Units - 86, handicap facilities - no, television, swim pool, pets - pets welcome, accepting MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover, rates - $16-$26/night.

Piedra River Resort
Chimney Rock
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
http://www.horsebackriding.com/
Phone: 970-731-4630 Fax: 970-731-4633
Description: Open 5/1-11/15. Cabins with kitchens. Trail rides. River fishing and charter fishing on Navajo Lake. Units - 6, kitchen units - 4, handicap facilities - yes, pets - ask permission, accepting MasterCard, Visa and Discover, rates - $41-$50/night, $6-$10 each additional person, additional charge for pets.

Poma Ranch & Outfitting
7474 CR 631
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
http://www.piedrapacking.com/
Phone: 970-731-7433 or 731-6288
Description: Rustic, secluded cabins, full kitchen, wood stoves, along the Weminuche River. Both lake and stream fishing included with cabin rental. Ranch surrounded by National Forest. Units - 6, kitchen units - 6, handicap facilities - yes, pets - ask permission, rates - $40/night/adult, $30/night/under 15 years old, under 6 year old free.

Sportsman's Supply, Campground & Cabins
2095 Taylor Lane
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
http://www.coloradovacation.com/camp/sprtsman/
Phone: 970-731-2300
Description: Campground open May - Mid November. Full hookups, satellite TV, showers. Close to Williams Creek Reservoir, snowmobiling and XC skiing, fishing, hunting, hiking, horseback riding, general store, and cabins year-round. Units - 32, kitchen units - 2, handicap facilities - no, television, cable, pets - pets welcome, accepting MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, rates - $18-$25/night, group rates, $10/night/tents, $45-$75/night/cabins.

Pagosa Springs Sights, Places of Interest and Do-It-Yourself Tours
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For some wonderful information regarding the History and Geology of the area visit...http://www.fourcornerssw.com/pagosa.html
Wolf Creek Ski Area
http://www.wolfcreekski.com/

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