Hours of operation for Lake Nighthorse- 2022 Hours of operation may vary due to COVID-19.  April 1 – May 8:  Friday, Saturday and Sunday Only; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Non-Motorized Recreation ONLYMay 13 – 31: Open Daily; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Motorized Recreation Begins May 15June 1 – August 31:  7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Daily; Guarded Swim Beach Opens June 1  September 1 – September 30: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Daily; Guarded Swim Beach Ends September 5 October 1 – 16:  9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Daily October 21 – November 13:  Friday, Saturday and Sunday Only; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.November 14:  Winter Wildlife Closure 30 minutes prior to daily closure, the entrance gate will be closed to access, and boat exit inspections as well as watercraft launches will cease.   During daily operations, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday open to 10 a.m. are quiet & wakeless hours, including holidays. Entrance Passes fees- Day Pass Vehicle Entrance  $10Day Pass Walk/Bike Entrance  $4Day Pass Commercial Vehicle $25 Season Pass Vehicle:1st for Household  $80Multiple Vehicle (Same Household)  $40Season Pass Vehicle Senior *:1st for Household  $70Multiple Vehicle Senior (Same Household)  $35Season Pass Walk/Bike  $255-Punch Pass Vehicle  $405-Punch Pass Vehicle Senior *  $305-Punch Pass Walk/Bike  $15  * Senior is 62 years and over More about Lake Nighthorse Recreation Map Driving Map Remember, you must have a valid Colorado […]

This is a difficult level hike with stunning views. On this trail you can visit 3 lakes, Ice lake, Fueller lake and island lake. Elevation is high, can be windy. Always watch the weather and be prepared for rapid change. Distance- 3.75 miles one way Elevation- Begin at 9,840 feet – End at 12,260 feet Parking is limited. During the busy months, the parking lot is often full by 7am! This is a very popular hike. Map to Trail Remember, you must have a valid Colorado fishing license to fish!

This is an moderate trail with beautiful river views. This trail has multiple uses but is heavily trafficked. The trail is accessible year round. Length-9.1 miles out and back with an elevation gain of 1309 ft Map Remember, you must have a valid Colorado fishing license to fish!

This 300 acre trail system is a bikers paradise! Hike, bike, run and even do winter recreation here in this interconnected 14 trail system. Hidden Valley Trail– This is a 1.2 mile trail that connects to many trails in the Overend Mountain Park Trail system. This trail has an elevation gain of 480 ft. Browns Ridge Trail– An intermediate 0.6 mile trail with beautiful views. Elevation gain of 240 ft. Ella Vita Trail– Accessed from the Ella Vita Court parking area and connects to several trails. A 1.9 mile intermediate trail with an elevation gain of 450 ft. Spirit Trail– A intermediate 1.9 mile trail that is accessed from the Ella Vita Court parking area. This trail does contain switchbacks and has an elevation gain of 520 ft. Perin’s Gulch Trail-This trail starts via Leyen st. A 1.2 mile trail that gives access to several trails in this system. Elevation gain of 380 ft. 8 Bells Trail– A short 0.4 mile trail that can be accessed via Perin’s Gulch trail. Elevation gain of 200 ft. Falcon Trail– A 1 mile loop trail that can be accessed via Falcon Way, and from Avenida Del Sol. Elevation gain of 308 ft. Hogsfoot […]

This campground is just 5 miles NW of Durango. This is a near the Log Chutes Trail System. The campsite has 44 campsites, 29 sites that can be reserved and 14 sites with electrical hook-ups. Junction Creek Campground also has one group campsite accommodating up to 50 people. The day-use loop has one group picnic site that can accommodate 65 people and includes a pavilion, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, and electrical hookups. This group day use area is reservable. There is also one family picnic site available on a first-come, first-served basis. You can fish in Junction Creek. Facilities- Vault Toilet, picnic area Map Campground Info Remember, you must have a valid Colorado fishing License to fish!

This is a scenic series of 7 alpine lakes. You’ll need a multi-day hike to visit all 7 lakes, but day hikers can reach 3 of the lakes on an advanced day hike. Always be prepared when high country hiking, weather can change rapidly. To access the Highland Mary Lakes, you must hit the Highland Mary Lakes Trail in the High Country Trail System. Map

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Mercy Loop- A short beginner .05 mile loop. Water Tank Rd- A connector trail that gives access from Mercy Trail to the Grandview Ridge Trail system. Three Springs Connector Loop- This short beginner trail connects Water Tank Rd to the new Spur Line biking trails. Spur Line Trails- 5 miles of single track and one small pump track for bikers of all ages! Switcher Loop- A 2.7 mile loop. The very beginning of this loop is a kid friendly bike pump track. Rail Spike Loop- An easier 1.7 mile loop for beginner bikers. Map

To access Emerald Lake you must head up the Pine River Trail to Lake Fork Trail. This is a long out and back trail with gorgeous high country views. You only need to hike 10 miles of this trail to reach Emerald Lake. Part of the trail passes through private land so please respect your surroundings. You’ll reach Little Emerald Lake first, continue a shot distance to Big Emerald Lake. Camp for the night, do some fishing and enjoy! Elevation Gain- 2000 ft Remember, you must have a valid fishing license to fish! Map More Info

This high elevation trail system boasts 14 trails! Always be prepared for rapid weather changes, wildlife and sun/heat exposure when enjoying these scenic views. Potato Lake Trail- A 2 mile trail around the lake with scenic views. This is an easier hike. Don’t forget to bring the fishing poles. Columbine Lake Trail- Begins as the Ruby Drainage Trail and turns into the Columbine Lake Trail. An 8.3 mile trail that is considered a difficult level. Coming from the east, off of Route 550, you will not need a high clearance 4×4 vehicle to access the trailhead. But if you come up from the west, across the pass, you would need a high clearance 4×4. The turn for the road to the trailhead is just below the parking for OPUS Hut. Follow the an unnamed dead-end road east. You can park along the road near the trailhead. Crater Lake Trail- About a 5.4 mile trail that begins at Andrews Lake south of Molas Pass on US 550. There is some elevation gains and switchbacks on this trail. Once you get to the downed tree area you’re pretty close to the lake. White Creek Trail- Advanced high country trail with an elevation […]

Directions: Take HWY 160 west towards Durango. Take a left to go SW on CO-151. Turn left onto County Rd 982 Facilities: Vault Toilets This is great recreational lake not too far from Pagosa town limits! The lake surroundings can sometimes be muddy so if you plan to drive down to the shore please be aware that you might get stuck. There are no shaded spots near the lake so bring a sunshade and lot’s of sunblock. This is a boater and fishing paradise, bring the boat or rent one! Remember, you must have a valid Colorado fishing license to fish! Camping is available. Camping Info Marina Info Map