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Mesa Verde National Park
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The Park is a privately owned facility that has been in operation since 1986. The purpose here is 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
Described on the National Park website as “deep, steep and narrow,” this extraordinary canyon has the Gunnison River at the bottom. There are several trails for all abilities on both the North and South Rims. These will give you spectacular views of the canyon. There are plenty of rangerguided activities. nps.gov/blca
Ouray Hot Springs Pool
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 970-325-7073 ourayhotsprings.com
Historic Downtown Durango
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
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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
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 561 Gunnison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Farmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Telluride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Pagosa Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
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Durango
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Mesa Verde Country
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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Museum of the Mountain West
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad 7 888-872-4607 www.durangotrain.com
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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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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 between the towns of Mancos and Cortez and about 35 miles west of Durango. nps.gov/meve
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CORTEZ, CO Mesa Verde Visitor & Research Center January to early April: 8:30am - 4:30pm Early April to late May: 8:00am - 5:00pm Late May to early September: 7:30am - 7:00pm Early September to early November: 8:00am - 5:00pm Early November to late December: 8:30am - 4:30pm Entrance Fees: $10-$15 per vehicle (seasonal) Guided Twilight Photo Tours: $20 Cliff Dwellings Guided Tours: Tickets ($4) available at the Visitor Center. For more information, please visit nps.gov/meve
MOSCA, CO The Visitor Center is open every day of the year except federal winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day). Hours are generally 8:30 am-6:00 pm daily in summer months, and 9:00-4:30 fall through spring. Call the Visitor Center at 719-378-6395 or visit nps.gov/grsa for exact hours during the time of your visit. Entrance Fees: $15 non-commercial vehicle
MONTROSE, CO South Rim Visitor Center Located 7 miles north on CO Highway 347 from the intersection with U.S. Highway 50. Open every day of the year except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day November 1 – April 23: 8:30am - 4:00pm April 24 – May 26: 8:00am - 5:00pm May 27 – September 5: 8:00am - 6:00pm September 6 – October 31: 8:00am - 5:00pm Entrance Fees: $15 non-commercial vehicle For road access information (North Rim, South Rim and East Portal) visit nps.gov/blca
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DOVE CREEK McPhee Reservoir
DOLORES 145
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FARMINGTON
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PAGOSA SPRINGS
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San Juan National Forest
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7 Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
479 Main Avenue, Durango (888) 872-4607 durangotrain.com
Great Sand Dune Nat’l Monument
MOSCA
MONTE VISTA
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ALAMOSA
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8 Grand Imperial Hotel
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BLANCA
1219 Greene Street, Silverton (800) 341-3340 grandimperialhotel.com
FT. GARLAND
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Summitville Platoro Wilderness Area
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LA JARA
9 Kristi Mountain Sports
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Southern Ute Indian Reservation
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Navajo State Park
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10 Lake Capote
398 Highway 151 Pagosa Springs (970) 883-2273 lakecapote.com
Carson National Forest Carson National Forest
Navajo Reservoir
AZTEC 516
285
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Weminuche Wilderness Area
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SHIPROCK
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802 Main Avenue, Durango (866) 631-7012 durango.org
MOFFAT
Rio Grande National Forest
CREEDE Silver Thread Scenic & Historic Byway
6 Durango Area Tourism Office
CRESTONE
Cochetopa Pass 10,032
CEDAR HILL
Navajo Indian Reservation
Navajo Indian Reservation
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5234 Highway 285 Antonito (888) 286-2737 coloradomountaintrain.com
SAGUACHE
San Juan National Forest
BAYFIELD
Southern Ute Indian Reservation
NEW MEXICO
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COLORADO
ARIZONA TEEK NOS POS
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Wolf Creek Pass 10,850
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Ute Mountain Indian Reservation
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Big Blue Wilderness Area
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Vallecito Reservoir
5 Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Gunnison National Forest
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Red Mountain Pass 11,008
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Lemon Dam
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Molas Divide 10,910
Mesa Verde National Park
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Navajo Indian Reservation
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PONCHA SPRINGS
OHIO CITY
23390 Road K, Cortez (800) 422-8975 ext. 454 crowcanyon.org
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OPHIR
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Trail of the Ancients Scenic & Historic Byway
Lizard Head Pass 10,222
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MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
PITKIN
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Uncompangre National Forest
OURAY TELLURIDE
Archaeological Center
285
ALMONT
SAPINERO
Owl Creek Road
Owl Creek Pass 11,120
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Uncompahgre National Forest
San Juan National Forest
Morrow Reservoir
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Jack 15 Silver Reservoir
RIDGWAY
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Ridgway Reservoir
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CIMARRON
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Blue Mesa Reservoir
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Black Canyon of the Gunnison Nat’l Park
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Mosca (719) 378-2612 coloradogators.com
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San Isabel National Forest
West Elk Wilderness Area
Gunnison National Forest
Gators Reptile Park 3 Colorado 9162 County Road 9 North
HARTSEL
BUENA VISTA
TINCUP
CRAWFORD
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3179 State Highway 151 Chimney Rock (970) 883-5359 chimneyrockco.org/map
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Kebler Pass 9,890
CRESTED BUTTE
National Monument
285
Pike National Forest
Cottonwood Pass 12,126
Taylor Park Reservoir
MT. CRESTED BUTTE
PAONIA
CEDAREDGE
Twin Lakes Reservoir GRANITE
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Raggeds Wilderness Area
SOMERSET
HOTCHKISS
Grand Mesa Scenic & Historic Byway
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ASPEN
Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness Area
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Hunter-Fryingpan Wilderness Area
SKYWAY
141
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WHITEWATER
SAL
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White River National Forest
SALT LAKE CITY & MOAB
Manti-La Sal National Forest
1222 County Road 14, Ouray (970) 325-0220 bachelorsyracusemine.com
LEADVILLE
Turquoise Lake
White River National Forest
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527 511
550 ALBUQUERQUE
17 Jicarilla Apache Indian Reservation
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CHAMA
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Oasis 11 Nature’s 300 South Camino del Rio
159
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Durango (970) 247-1988 naturesoasismarket.com
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SANTE FE 84
TAOS 64 64
721 County Road 4-A Silverton (800) 872-3009 or (970) 387-5444 minetour.com
Springs Inn & Suites 13 Pagosa 519 Village Drive
Pagosa Springs (970) 731-3400 or (888) 221-8088 pagosaspringsinnsuites.com
Mountain RV Park 14 Red 664 Greene Street Silverton (970) 387-5512 or (888) 970-5512 redmtmotelrvpk.com
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Outfitters 16 Rimrock 12175 County Road 44
Mancos (970) 533-7588 rimrockoutfitters.com
17 San Juan Scenic Jeep Tours & Snowcat Skiing
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Tourism Association
sanluisvalley.org@gmail.com sanluisvalley.org
Fork Visitors Center 19 South 28 Silver Thread Lane South Fork (710) 873-5512 or (800) 571-0881 southfork.org
Campgrounds 20 United 1322 Animas View Drive
Durango (970) 247-3853 unitedcampgrounddurango.com
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