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Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park
Mesa Verde, Spanish for green table, offers a spectacular look into the lives of the Ancestral Pueblo people who made it their home for over 700 years, from AD 600 to 1300. Today the park protects nearly 5,000 known archaeological sites, including 600 cliff dwellings. These sites are some of the most notable and best preserved in the United States. The park entrance is along Hwy. 160 betwee the towns of Mancos and Cortez and about 35 miles west of Durango. nps.gov/meve
The Park is a privately owned facility that has been in operation since 1986. The purpose here is to be able to educate people about the animals in this area. Visitors are given the chance to see these beautiful animals up close in what would be their natural habitats. 5 Miles south of Pagosa on U.S. Hwy. 84 970-264-5546 rmwildlifepark.org
Travel back in time with the Denver & Rio Grande Scenic Railroad! This historic route takes you over tracks that date back to the gold and silver rush, when the West was wild. Visit them for one of the most scenic excursions along the beautiful Rio Grande River to Wagon Wheel Gap. They also offer special extended excursions to the Wasson Wye. Another option is their Rail & Raft adventure. 97 Ponderosa Drive, South Fork 719-873-2003 denverandriogranderailroad.com
There are many Southern Colorado Museums for history lovers to enjoy. Even if you aren’t a huge history lover there are artifacts that will be sure to interest you. Almost every town in Southern Colorado has its own museum. Why so many Southern Colorado Museums you might ask? It is because most families have lived here several generations and are very proud of their heritage. There are also a lot of Native American artifacts that have been found in the San Luis Valley. Southern-colorado-guide.com
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Where Old West meets Southwest, Downtown Durango is a Nationally Registered Historic District and home to historic boutique hotels, award winning restaurants, laid-back brewpubs, and fabulous art galleries, museums, and shops. Durango.org
DURANGO
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ARIZONA
PAGOSA SPRINGS 64 84
NEW MEXICO
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SANTA FE 40
SEDONA
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DISTANCE IN MILES BETWEEN DURANGO AND... Montrose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Grand Junction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Flagstaff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Salt Lake City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394 Albuquerque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Santa Fe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Denver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 Las Vegas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 617 Gunnison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Farmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Telluride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Pagosa Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
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Delta County
DeltaCountyColorado.com
Durango
Durango.org
Gunnison – Crested Butte Mesa Verde Country
GunnisonCrestedButte.com MesaVerdeCountry.com
Montrose
VisitMontrose.com
Ouray
Historic Downtown Durango
50 550 WALSENBURG 160
FARMINGTON
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Relax in their famous sulfur-free hot springs. The public pool contains close to a million gallons of crystal clear natural hot springs water. There are several soaking sections at a variety of temperatures ranging from 88-106 degrees. There’s a lap swimming section, a diving area and large slide (both closed in winter), and a shallow section for kids. There is also a massage facility and a fitness center. 1220 Main Street, Ouray 970-325-7073 ourayhotsprings.com
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Museum of the Mountain West Where history comes alive! View thousands of artifacts from the Mountain West circa 1880-1930, see authentic storefronts and be sure to take the guided tour so you don’t miss any of the interesting stories and anecdotes. Two miles east of Montrose. 68169 Miami Road 970-240-3400 museumofthemountainwest.org
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Ouray Hot Springs Pool
Southern Colorado Museums
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The historic Crystal Mill above Marble, Colorado
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Mesa Verde National Park
Great Sand Dunes National Monument & Preserve
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
CORTEZ, CO Mesa Verde Visitor & Research Center. February 21 to April 11: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm April 12 to May 21: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm May 22 to September 7: 7:30 am - 7:00 pm September 8 to October 31: 1: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm November 1 to December 31: 1: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 970-529-4465 Entrance Fees: $10-$15 per vehicle (seasonal) Guided Tours: $4 per person ($12 twilight tours) Guided Bus Tours available through Aramark Concessions at additional charge. 800-449-2288
ALAMOSA, CO Operating Hours: Open year-round. Visitor Center: In winter, the Visitor Center hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm daily, 9 am to 5 pm in spring and fall. Call for holiday schedule. Summer hours at the Visitor Center are generally 8:30 am to 6 pm. 719-378-6399 Entrance Fees: $3 per person over 16 years of age
MONTROSE, CO Operation Dates: The South Rim Road is open to vehicles from early April to mid-November. In winter, the South Rim Road is open to Gunnison Point. The remainder of the road is closed to vehicles, but open to cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Visitor Center: South Rim Visitor Center is located 2 miles from the south rim entrance on South Rim Drive. Spring: 8 am - 5 pm, Summer: 8 am - 6 pm, Fall: 8:30 am - 5 pm, Winter: 8:30 am - 4 pm. Call for holiday schedule. 970-641-2337 Entrance Fees: $15 per vehicle (good for one week)
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Molas Divide 10,910
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Navajo Indian Reservation
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Ute Mountain Indian Reservation
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ARIZONA TEEK NOS POS
BAYFIELD OXFORD
IGNACIO
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PAGOSA SPRINGS
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CHIMNEY ROCK
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Chimney Rock National Monument
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San Juan National Forest
NEW MEXICO
FLAGSTAFF, SEDONA 160 & GRAND CANYON
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GALLUP 495
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Navajo Reservoir
BLOOMFIELD
Delu e Camping Deluxe Campi & Rec Recreation eation
398 Highway 151 Pagosa Springs (970) 883-2273
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LA JARA
lakecapote.com
SAN LUIS
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Oasis 8 Nature’s 300 South Camino del Rio
CONEJOS
ANTONITO
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Durango (970) 247-1988
Springs Inn 9 Pagosa 519 Village Drive
17 Jicarilla Apache Indian Reservation
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Pagosa Springs (970) 731-3400 (888) 221-8088
CHAMA
84
173
527 511
FARMINGTON
7 Lake Capote
NaturesOasisMarket.com
Carson National Forest
511
AZTEC
516
FT. GARLAND
Carson National Forest
495
SHIPROCK
160
BLANCA
285
84
Southern Ute Indian Reservation
CEDAR HILL
64 Navajo Indian Reservation
DurangoTrain.com
150
285
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Navajo State Park
574 170
479 Main Avenue Durango (800) 408-1943 (970) 247-2733
Great Sand Dune Nat’l Monument
MOSCA
MONTE VISTA
Summitville Platoro Wilderness Area
NEW MEXICO Navajo Indian Reservation
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ALAMOSA
160
Southern Ute Indian Reservation
COLORADO
CENTER
DEL NORTE
San Juan National Forest
140
UTAH
112
160
370
DURANGO
TOWAOC
durangorivertrippers.com
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Rio Grande National Forest
Wolf Creek Pass 10,850
Vallecito Reservoir
Lemon Dam
17
285
14 SOUTH FORK
Weminuche Wilderness Area
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MOFFAT
Rio Grande National Forest
CREEDE
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& Adventure Tours
CRESTONE
pagosaspringsinnsuites.com
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64
285
TAOS 64 550 ALBUQUERQUE
SANTE FE 84
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SanJuanBackcountry.com
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Cochetopa Pass 10,032
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coloradogators.com
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114
OPHIR
Mesa Verde National Park
ARIZONA
Big Blue Wilderness Area
Ridgway (970) 626-4460
Silverton (970) 387-5565 (800) 4x4-TOUR (494-8687)
Antonito Colorado Depot 5234 Highway 285 Antonito (888) 286-2737
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Gunnison National Forest
550
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Navajo Indian Reservation
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COLORADO
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MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
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Adventure Co. 11 RIGS 565 Shermen Highway #2
Mosca (719) 378-2612
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SALIDA
PONCHA SPRINGS
OHIO CITY
160
Trail of the Ancients Scenic & Historic Byway
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Jack 11 Silver Reservoir
RIDGWAY
62 145
Morrow Reservoir
CIMARRON Ridgway Reservoir
Seasonal
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PITKIN
GUNNISON
90
NORWOOD
262
Blue Mesa Reservoir
347
MONTROSE
46
491
Black Canyon of the Gunnison Nat’l Park
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Uncompahgre National Forest
Colorado Gators Reptile Park
135
ALMONT
rimrockoutfitters.com
chimneyrockco.org
HARTSEL
San Isabel National Forest
West Elk Wilderness Area
Gunnison National Forest
92
DELTA
Unaweep Tabeguache Scenic & Historic Byway
CRESTED BUTTE
bachelorsyracusemine.com
3179 State Highway 151 Chimney Rock (970) 883-5359
285
BUENA VISTA
TINCUP
Mancos (970) 533-7588
National Monument
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CRAWFORD
92
348
Taylor Park Reservoir
Kebler Pass 9,890
SOMERSET
Pike National Forest
Cottonwood Pass 12,126
Raggeds Wilderness Area
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HOTCHKISS
Grand Mesa Scenic & Historic Byway
GATEWAY
Twin Lakes Reservoir GRANITE
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ASPEN
Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness Area
Outfitters 10 Rimrock 12175 Road 44
Ouray (970) 325-0220
2 Chimney Rock
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Hunter-Fryingpan Wilderness Area
MT. CRESTED BUTTE
141
WHITEWATER
Manti-La Sal National Forest
LEADVILLE
Turquoise Lake
White River National Forest
CARBONDALE
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Syracuse Mine Tour 1 Bachelor 1222 County Road 14
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AVON
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Fork Visitor Center 14 South 28 Silver Thread Lane South Fork (719) 873-5512 southfork.org
Springs Resort & Spa 15 The 165 Hot Springs Boulevard Pagosa Springs (800) 918-3788 PagosaHotSprings.com
Hotel 16 Strater 699 Main Avenue Durango (800) 247-4431 Strater.com
17 United Campground
1322 Animas View Drive Durango (970) 247-3853 unitedcampgrounddurango.com