Lake City, Colorado. 2011 Official Vacation Guide for Hinsdale County & Lake City, CO

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Hinsdale County, Lake City and Public Lands............4-5 Community Events: Summer, Fall & Winter..............6-9 Historic District and Culture.....................................10-11 Silver Thread Scenic Byway.....................................12-13 Alpine Loop Scenic Backcountry Byway....................14-15 Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding & Camping .........16-17 Fourteeners and Thirteeners....................................18 Useful Information..................................................19 Fishing....................................................................20-21 Autumn...................................................................22-23 Winter.....................................................................24-25 Natural Wonders.....................................................26-29 Hinsdale County Map..............................................30-31 Lake City and Walking Trails Map - Downtown.........32 Made in Lake City - Artist Listings............................33-34 Business Listings.....................................................35-63 This vacation guide is a product of the Lake City/Hinsdale County Marketing Committee. The 5-member committee is under the Hinsdale County Lodging Tax Board, with representatives from the Lodging Tax Board, Hinsdale County, the Town of Lake City, the Lake City/Hinsdale County Chamber of Commerce, and the community at-large. This guide was financed with locally-collected lodging tax funds and public dollars.

Information in this guide is a compilation of materials obtained from a number of sources and may or may not be subject to change. All information was correct, to the best of our knowledge, at the time of printing. However, please contact sources for confirmation.

Additional visitor information for Lake City and Hinsdale County can be obtained by calling 1-800-569-1874 (toll-free) or at the Visitor Center, 800 Gunnison Avenue. (Highway 149) in Lake City. Continually updated information is available online at www.lakecity.com, the official website for tourism and marketing of Hinsdale County and Lake City, Colorado.

Copyright 2011 Lake City/Hinsdale County Marketing Committee All rights reserved.

Printed in the United States of America APH creative design - Project manager and graphic design www.aphcreativedesign.com Cover photos by: Brian Everheart (jeep), Allison Stewart (hiker and hammock) and Joe Zimmerman (trout) Thank you to these contributors: Brian Everheart, Chuck Chetwin, Allison Stewart, Joe Zimmerman, Ruthanne File, Steve Robinson, Scott Williams, Edna Mason, Kelli Robinson, K. Branch, Diane Bruce, Jim Lovelace, Sally Thode, Kay & Tony Tarasewicz, Lyn Lampert, Terry Morrow, Kristie Borchers, Michelle Murphy, Dan Murphy, Katy Pfenning Setzer, Amy Francen, Grant Houston, Phil Virden, Jim and Nita Arnold, Marty Priest, Sandy Hines, Roxa Hutchins, John Smith, Lisa Higgins, Ryan Borchers, Kyle Doughty, Mae Bentley, Richard Hurd, Peter B. Steele, Roger Aymami, Steve Priest, Kade Stewart, and Angela P. Hollingsworth.

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is different for each and every one of us . . .

American Basin in full bloom.

Endless vistas of rugged peaks from the top of a “Fourteener” world.

Fish-filled mountain lakes, rivers, creeks and reservoirs.

Foot, hoof, and motorized treks that promise treasured memories and spur further exploration.

Encompassing more than one thousand square miles of untamed beauty, Hinsdale County stands unrivaled when outdoor recreation, unique geology, wildflowers, abundant wildlife, and historic significance come into play. An endless list of “ahfactors” includes 96% public land, five Colorado Fourteeners, four wilderness areas, two national byways, breathtaking waterfalls and four-wheel drive roads, ghost towns, year-round trails, a backcountry haute route and yurt system, and one of the most authentic national historic districts in Colorado.

Staying true to its late 1800s “mining boom” status as the area’s supply and service center, Lake City is now the everything-you-need hub for amazing hiking, climbing, fishing, hunting, boating, four-wheeling, mountain biking, horseback riding, camping, and sightseeing adventures. With its special welcoming, pioneer-town feel, Lake City is also a vacation destination on its own, featuring family-oriented celebrations and year-round festivals, theatrical performances, historical tours and presentations, intown trails and recreation, and shopping enhanced by the wares of many talented local artisans.

Hinsdale County and its historic town of Lake City are gems awaiting your discovery in Colorado’s beautiful and rugged San Juan Mountains. Escape to yesteryear this year. We can almost guarantee you will come back . . . again and again.

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1868

Early 1874

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Chief Ouray was appointed Chief of the Ute Nation by the U.S. Government, and in 1868 was instrumental in signing over the tribes’ ancestral claims to the San Luis Valley in order to prevent further encroachment onto Native American lands in the San Juans.

A prospecting party of six men, one of whom was Alferd Packer, camped along the Lake Fork of the Gunnison, near Lake San Cristobal. Five of the party met their demise.

Enos Hotchkiss, working on Otto Mears’ Saguache and San Juan Toll Road, came across promising mineral veins while in the Lake San Cristobal area. After filing the Hotchkiss (Golden Fleece) claim, Hotchkiss traveled four miles down the Lake Fork of the Gunnison and built the first documented structure on the present site of Lake City.

Lake City Presbyterian Church, the first church on the Western Slope, was dedicated.

Reverend George M. Darley built the church. In 1879, he built the adjoining manse, the first home for a minister in Western Colorado.

Hinsdale Count y & L ake Cit y Born of volcanic fire, but shaped primarily by glacial ice, the San Juans make up the largest mountain range in Colorado. They encompass an area comparable in size to Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, covering about 12,000 square miles of Colorado’s awe-inspiring “southwest.”

Rich in veins of ore that have greatly influenced its history, the northeastern San Juans also boast the geologically significant Slumgullion Earthflow, the second largest natural lake in Colorado, dramatic waterfalls, rugged peaks, and natural bounty that remain virtually undiscovered.

The following is a historical timeline of Hinsdale County and the Town of Lake City – hidden gems in Colorado’s beautiful San Juans.

Information gleaned from archaeological studies has revealed that humans were using area resources as early as 12,000 years ago. Artifacts found at a site just north of Lake City indicate cultural activity beginning 8,700 years ago, with seasonal hunting and gathering ventures thought to continue off-and-on until the presence of the Utes was actually documented by European explorers in the 17th century.

Because Native Americans did not record their history, it is not known exactly when the Utes arrived in southwestern Colorado. It is known that their domain included the San Luis Valley and the San Juan Mountains. By 1868, Ute presence in the San Luis Valley was considered a barrier to development of the area by the United States. Hoping to prevent growing hostilities between the Utes and the Americans, Chief Ouray, leader of the large Tabeguache tribe, and Kit Carson championed the Kit Carson Treaty of 1869, which moved the Utes from the San Luis Valley to millions of acres west of the Continental Divide. The

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government’s desire to remove the Utes entirely from the mineral-rich San Juans was realized in 1873 with the signing of the Brunot Treaty.

Prospectors who had found mineral deposits while the land was still under Ute control returned to file claims and settle in Hinsdale County – formed on February 20, 1874. In August, 1874, Enos Hotchkiss built the first true structure on the present site of Lake City after filing the Hotchkiss (Golden Fleece) claim with partners Henry Finley and D. P. Church.

Reacting to news of the discovery, prospectors and speculators flooded to the area; and on February 23, 1875, Lake City became Hinsdale’s county seat. On August 16, 1875, the town was officially incorporated, quickly became the supply hub and smelting center for mining operations in the region, and included the land office where all San Juan mining claims were initially filed. The area developed quickly. In a few years over 500 structures had been built and many Western Slope firsts occurred. Experiencing both ups and downs, the mining industry and the population of Lake City and Hinsdale County peaked around 1900.

Over the next decades, mining activity decreased, as did the number of people claiming Hinsdale as their year-round residence.

While mineral production around Lake City continues, the resources proving to be the mainstay of Hinsdale County are its pristine beauty, its diverse recreational opportunities, its hospitality, and a well-preserved history highly visible in Lake City’s National Historic District and along the Silver Thread and Alpine Loop byways.

Hinsdale County and its historic town of Lake City – well worth discovering.

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The first passenger train of the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad’s Lake Fork Branch arrived in Lake City from Sapinero.

Lake City became a regular tourism destination in the 1940s due to its location and unrivaled fishing opportunities.

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The Lake City Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in recognition of its significant contribution to the heritage of the State of Colorado.

Preserving Lake City as it was in the past is a primary goal of the whole community. Lake City boasts over 675 feet of boardwalk and maintains over 200 historic structures.

Public Lands - Amazing Wilderness One of the main attributes of Hinsdale County is that it is 96 percent public land, which includes four wilderness areas and two wilderness study areas, allowing for plentiful outdoor recreation opportunities in the area.

Hinsdale County offers hundreds of miles of hiking trails, five fourteeners, over 20 thirteeners, the Alpine Loop National Backcountry Byway, six different limited license hunting units, and plenty of public waters for anglers.

U ncompahgre Wi lderness

Spanning 102,721 acres, the Uncompahgre Wilderness is home to two of Lake City’s fourteeners, Wetterhorn Peak and, its namesake, Uncompahgre Peak. The trailheads of these two peaks can be accessed from North Henson Creek Road and Nellie Creek Road, both of which require four wheel drive. Other access points to the 75 miles of hiking trails in the Uncompahgre Wilderness can be found near Lake City at Independence, Big Blue, and the Little Elk Trail.

L a G arita Wi lderness

This lesser traveled wilderness area of 128,858 acres was one of the original five wilderness areas in the state. San Luis Peak, standing at 14,014 feet, and Wheeler Geologic Area, a beautiful site of towering rock spires formed by ancient volcanic eruptions, are both located in this remote wilderness.

The La Garita Wilderness can be accessed at several points along the Cebolla Creek Loop, as well as access points near Spring Creek Pass and from the town of Creede. Most of the trails in this wilderness area are suitable for horses.

W emin u c he W il dern ess

At 488,210 acres, the Weminuche Wilderness is Colorado’s largest wilderness area. It contains sections of both the Colorado Trail and the Continental Divide Trail, making it highly traveled. One access point is from the Rio Grande Reservoir south of Lake City. For directions to the Rio Grande Reservoir, see page 20.

Powderhorn W il dern ess

To the north of Lake City are the 61,250 acres that comprise the Powderhorn Wilderness. Cannibal Plateau and Calf Creek Plateau come together in this wilderness to create what is considered the largest continuous tundra in the lower 48 states. From the plateaus, striking, 360-degree panoramic views of the surrounding San Juan Mountains are seen. Hiking trails into the Powderhorn Wilderness can be found at Devil’s Creek, Powderhorn Lakes, Ten Mile Springs, Powderhorn Park, and the Deer Lakes Campground area.

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These two wilderness study areas of 54,321 acres host three of Lake City’s fourteeners: Handies, Redcloud and Sunshine Peaks. Contained in these wilderness study areas is spectacular evidence of the volcanic events that spawned the San Juans and remnants of Hinsdale County’s rich mining history.

Numerous hiking trails access the Wilderness Study Areas from the Alpine Loop, such as Alpine Gulch, Williams Creek, Cataract Gulch, Cuba Gulch, Grizzly Gulch, Silver Creek, Cooper Creek, and American Basin Trails.

96% Public Lands

See the county map on page 30-31

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Community Events From small fairs to full-blown arts and crafts festivals, from family-friendly 5K events to a 50-mile endurance run, from summer and fall celebrations complete with fireworks, wine, music and dancing to winter festivals featuring ice climbing, ski races, and hot-air balloons – local organizations guarantee that something fun and exciting is happening year-round in Lake City and Hinsdale County.

Community/Old Timers’ Picnic - July

Sponsored by the Hinsdale County Museum on July 3rd and held downtown at the Armory, this event brings families and friends, young and old, residents and visitors together. This catered event is known to include stories and conversations with long time residents and pioneers of our area. More information at www.lakecitymuseum.com.

San Juan Solstice 50 Mile Run - June

The San Juan Solstice 50 Mile Endurance Run is a grueling but scenic loop through the high San Juan Mountains consisting of five main sections: the initial climb up Alpine Gulch to Williams Creek, a historic run to the old mining town of Carson, a long scenic stretch along the Continental Divide, a descent to Slumgullion Pass, and a final hump over the Vickers Ranch plateau. The San Juan Solstice 50 is for experienced trail runners only. For more information, visit www.lakecity50.com.

All proceeds benefit the Lake City EMTs, our all-volunteer emergency medical team, many of whom work the aid stations on race day.

Lake San Cristobal Race 5k/10k - June

This family-friendly 5k/10k race is held in early June, making for a beautiful and brisk Silver World morning workout. Both the 5k fun run/ walk and the 10k run begin along County Road 30, by Lake San Cristobal. The runs end in the Town Park, where food and drinks are available for all.

High Country Craft Fair at Veterans Park - July

Hosted at Veteran’s Park next to the historic Hinsdale County Courthouse, the High Country Craft Fair includes visiting and local artists showcasing a range of beautiful works from painting and photography to crafts and jewelry.

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Fourth of July Celebration - July

The LC/HC Chamber of Commerce hosts this longstanding tradition of family entertainment, including a parade through historic downtown, Air Force fly over, races in the Town Park for all ages, delicious food and drinks in the park, and a book sale at the Moseley Arts Center. The day is topped off with a live show and street dance followed by a thrilling fireworks show put on by our Volunteer Fire Department.

Juried Arts and Crafts Fair - July

The 36th Annual Juried Arts and Crafts Fair is hosted by Lake City Arts. This large fair has over 80 vendors featuring unique and handmade items. This is a great opportunity to do some early Christmas shopping, find a treasure for yourself, or simply spend a day enjoying the gorgeous July weather while admiring the fine handiwork of craftsmen.

Lake City Arts Joe Zimmerman

Summer Chamber Music Series - June-August

This music series is coordinated by Lake City Arts. Throughout the summer, there are a myriad of performances by different groups. Because of its intimate nature, chamber music has been described as “the music of friends.” For more information, visit www.lakecityarts.org.

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Local Artist Shows and Courses - June-August

Lake City Arts is an important supporter of the development and works of local artists. Throughout the summer, the Moseley Arts Center plays host to different art shows by local artists including paintings and photography. Lake City Arts also coordinates summer art classes for budding artists of all ages. For more information, visit www.lakecityarts.org.

Live Music - June-September

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Throughout the year, live music venues are offered by Lake City Arts and several Lake City businesses. Everything and anything from big name acts or local bands to a guitarist just passing through, these events are fun for everyone. Businesses prone to providing great entertainment include Mean Jean’s Coffee House, The Depot, Packer Saloon, Restless Spirits Saloon and The Sportsman BBQ & Backyard. Please refer to the events calendar on www.lakecity.com for specific times and locations.

Ducky Derby & Wee Care Wee Walk - July

Each July, a small section of the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River is flooded for just an hour or so with hundreds of ducks, rubber ducks. The Ducky Derby, hosted by the LC/ HC Chamber of Commerce, is a great event where families can watch the ducks float from the Henson Creek Bridge to the 8 ½ Street Bridge. Tickets for ducks are available at many businesses and the Visitor Center throughout the summer.

Prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and last place ducks. The morning of the derby, Wee Care hosts the Wee Care Wee Walk, which travels through historic downtown Lake City. All proceeds from the walk benefit Wee Care.

Golf Tournament at Dos Rios Golf Club - July

The Lake City Open Golf Tournament is an annual fundraising event held at Dos Rios Golf Club in Gunnison and is coordinated by the Lake City Golf Club to benefit the Hinsdale County PTSA, LCCS Athletic/Activities Fund and the LCCS Washington DC Trip. Teams of four enjoy a day of golf. Prizes are awarded in a variety of different categories.

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Events Furniture Fiesta - August

The Pioneer Jubilee Women’s Club Furniture Fiesta is a fun auction and dinner that offers a spectrum of items, including hand-painted and finished furniture, one-of-a-kind pieces, art and jewelry. All items are donated and many are crafted by members of the PJWC. The auction benefits the PJWC, a community organization that donates funds to many local nonprofits. For more information, visit www.pjwclakecity.org.

August is Lake City History Month

Hinsdale County and Lake City’s history cannot be explored in just one day, it takes a whole month. August offers a variety of events steeped in local history, including presentations, a Victorian tea, Stick Horse Show, Walk for a Cancer Free Future, outdoor campfire talks from experts on a range of topics, a play about Lake City’s slightly tawdry red light district, and more. For more information, visit www.lakecitydirt.com.

Fall

Stick Horse Show - August

In combination with Lake City’s 137th anniversary celebration, this event will make you laugh, cry, and exercise all in the same breath. It includes competitions in bucking horse, barrel racing, pole bending, farrier race, calf roping, and showmanship classes. Prizes are awarded for each age group in each category and to the all-around cowboy and cowgirl in each age group. This event is open to all ages. For more information, visit www. lakecitydirt.com.

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Colorfest Arts and Crafts Fair - September

Lake City’s Colorfest Arts and Crafts Fair, held in the Town Park, offers another chance to buy unique goods from many different craftsmen and artists while enjoying the beginning of the spectacular fall colors. For more information, visit www.lakecityarts.org.

Uncorked Wine and Music Festival - September

Enjoy good music, good wine, good food, and good friends under the changing aspen leaves of historic Lake City. Set the third weekend in September, the festival features six music acts representing several genres, from country to rock to bluegrass to funk. Taste over 100 wines, enjoy a beer from Ska Brewing, and top it off with great food from one of the many vendors. Artisan vendors offer handcrafted treasures from blownglass to one-of-a-kind hats and clothing.

Gates open at 10:00 a.m. More information about the schedule of events, featured bands, and tickets can be found at www.lakecityfestival.org. Event proceeds benefit the community through Lake City DIRT, a local nonprofit that oversees the Main Street program.

Hunters Ball & Community Dinner - October

This event is held on the Thursday before the first rifle hunting season in Colorado. The HC/LC Chamber of Commerce hosts this evening that features a steak dinner, several raffles, and door prizes that include hunting rifles, handguns, and handmade quilts.

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Turkey Trot - November

A fun way to start off the Thanksgiving festivities is Lake City’s annual Turkey Trot. Enjoy the three-mile walk/run and burn a few calories before tackling that turkey. The Turkey Trot is sponsored by the Hinsdale County Sheriff ’s Office in cooperation with the Hinsdale County Historical Society, and benefits Toys for Tots. For more information, go to www.lakecitymuseum.com.

Christmas in Lake City - December

Come and enjoy Lake City as it prepares for Christmas.

Listen to a brass quartet as they play Christmas carols on a downtown corner, eat goodies provided by local businesses, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, and shop at the local stores.

Bring your gifts to local students who will wrap them as part of a fundraising event. Evening festivities begin with the Parade of Lights through Lake City’s historic downtown, which is followed by the lighting of the town Christmas tree and Christmas carols sung by local school children. The evening concludes with a performance by the Lake City Band in the Mary Stigall Theatre.

Winter

Hot Air Balloon Festival & Snowmobile Rally

The Winter Festival kicks off in February with the Hot Air Balloon Festival and Snowmobile Rally. This weekend of family fun begins with a snowmobile rally on Friday morning, followed by a photo opportunity at the balloon glow Friday evening in Memorial Park. Saturday and Sunday are full of balloon rides, snowmobile rides, food, and fun for all on Lake San Cristobal. For more information, visit www. lakecitysnowmobileclub.com.

Kay Tarasewicz

Ice Fishing Derby - February

Held on the second largest natural lake in Colorado, Lake San Cristobal, the Ice Fishing Derby is a day of fun for anglers of all ages. Atop three feet of frozen lake, fish through an augured hole in the ice and enjoy lunch delivered by snowmobile. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes are awarded for the largest live length of game fish.

Kelli Robinson

Ice Climbing Festival - February

The Ice Climbing Festival attracts ice climbers from all around the area. Also, the festival offers a variety of skilllevel and age categories for men and women. Prizes are awarded at a dinner celebration following the festival.

For more information about the Lake City Ice Park, go to www.lakecityiceclimbs.com.

Matt Milski Ski Race - February

Join skiers from Lake City, Silverton, Wolf Creek, and beyond for a fun morning of downhill, telemark, and snowboard races. Races are for all ages. Come watch locals and visitors alike streak down the hill, vying for prizes and glory. For more information, visit www.lakecityskihill.com.

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Even during the rough and tumble mining days of the late 1800s, the relatively unique civilized nature of this area was noted. One resident wrote that Lake City “men are intelligent, even aristocratic, many of them quote Shakespeare.” With educational, religious, and service institutions appearing early-on, the support of cultural activities and organizations in Lake City and Hinsdale County is a tradition strongly rooted in the past. That tradition continues.

N at i on al Hist or i c Di st ri ct The Town of Lake City boasts more than 200 historic structures that preserve the memories of times gone by. Houses, outbuildings, churches, commercial blocks, public buildings, 1930s to early-50s motor court cabins – each has a story to tell and a place to claim in the history of this community. Whether you tour the district with a knowledgeable Historical Society guide or see what you can see with a self-guide pamphlet in hand, the past awaits from rustic cabin to Victorian mansion, from Hell’s Acres bawdyhouse to eminent courthouse, from lofty opera house to even the lowliest outhouse.

The Historic District contains commercial and residential buildings of various sizes and styles. Many commercial structures were built of wood, with front-facing gable and false-front façade. There are also a few masonry buildings located on the Hough, Bank and Finley “blocks.” Residences include chinked-log pioneer cabins, simple miners’ cottages, and the Queen Anne style homes of merchants and mine owners. Most homes have front porches and decorative features. Tall cottonwoods planted by early Lake City citizens are carefully tended today. Fences, boardwalks and outbuildings are also features of the district. lking Tour Historic Wa district l historiclake city nationa tour of walking

Take a self-guided tour of the District’s downtown, homes, churches, outbuildings, and historic tourist cabins.

Or, take an entertaining, guided ghost tour of the District with the Hinsdale County Historical Society. Local guides tell about the strange events in and around these historic buildings. For times and dates, go to www.lakecitymuseum.com.

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The Lake City Historic District consists of a portion of the 1875 town plat and several circa 1880 residential additions.

It was designated as a National Register Historic District in 1978, honoring Lake City’s role in the development of the American West. To protect the Lake City Historic District, the town adopted its Historic Preservation Ordinance and Design Guidelines in 1984. The Town Board of Trustees published the design Guidelines in handbook form in early 2001.

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Motor-court Tourism

In the 1930s and 1940s, when improved roads allowed visitors to come to this remote area by automobile, several “motor-court” style cabins were built to meet the growing demand for summertime lodging. Cabins were quick and easy to build, small, made of logs or stick frames, and usually arranged around central driveways that allowed visitors to park their cars next to their accommodations.

The cabins were frequented by families who sought the cool mountain climate, abundant trout, and horseback or “Jeep” wilderness. Soon a “tradition” developed, and generation after generation of these “repeat” families continued to summer in Lake City and Hinsdale County.

Although some tourist cabins have been converted to private residences, several still host visitors year after year. Those in the historic district include Town Square Cabins, G&M Cabins, and Alpine Village. The Matterhorn Motel, built in 1949, is well-preserved and open all year. Beyond the district boundaries, historic cabins are still available to rent at Wagon Wheel Resort, Westwood Resort, The Texan, and Vickers Ranch.

Free self-guide maps are available.

Visitors at G&M Cabins show off their afternoon catch! (circa 1940’s - photo provided by G&M Cabins)

See the downtown reference map on page 32 for in-town walking trails, historic locations and WiFi hot spots.

General information: 970-944-2706 Box office: 970-944-2710 Lobby open for ticket sales: Summer weekdays, 1 to 4 p.m.

Joe Zimmerman

Founded in the early 1990s, Lake City Arts is a community-driven organization that actively promotes, supports, and encourages creativity and artistic expression in Lake City and Hinsdale County. Housed in the historic Hough Building, Lake City Arts offers a variety of programs at its Moseley Arts Center, including exhibits and events at the Anthony Gallery and performances and dramatic productions at the beautiful Mary Stigall Theatre.

In addition to annual Chamber Music and Summer Music programs, Visual Art Shows, Dance Performances, and Theatrical Productions, Lake City Arts also conducts workshops, classes, and youth visual arts, theatre, and dance camps, as well as an adult art camp.

Two Arts and Crafts Festivals sponsored by Lake City Arts each year attract hundreds of visitors to Lake City’s Town Park in July and September and feature items ranging from fine art to quality crafts and clothing to food. A juried event, the 36th Annual Lake City Arts & Crafts Festival will be held Tuesday, July 19. The 20th Annual “Colorfest” Arts & Crafts Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 10.

Museum Hinsdale County

130 N. Silver Street Corner of Second & Silver Streets www.lakecitymuseum.com

General information - 970-944-2050 Hours: Memorial Day through Labor Day 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday 1 – 4 p.m., Sundays Established in 1973, the Hinsdale County Historical Society opened the doors to its first museum in 1975. Now permanently housed in the historic Finley Block Building, rotating exhibits are located in the main building, in a separate Transportation Building and Blacksmith Shop, and on museum grounds.

New exhibits feature the Corner Saloon (1875), inter-town telephonic concerts (1881), Hinsdale County ranching and branding irons (late 1800s – early 1920s). These will join exhibits featuring Lake City photography (1870s – 1910s), Lake City textiles (1850s – 1920s), the Barlow and Sanderson stage route, area ores and minerals, Alferd Packer, the Lake City jail, the Narrow Gauge Railroad caboose, and Helen’s Garden – a display of flowers and vegetables that might have grown in an 1890s-era Lake City Garden.

Guided Tours & Special Events During the summer, special events and guided tours are held to educate the public on the history of Lake City and Hinsdale County. For more detailed information, see Events in this Guide or go to www.lakecitymuseum.com.

Tours • Guided Tours at the Cemetery – Tuesdays, June through early September • Ghost Tours – Friday evenings, June - August • Interior Historic Homes Tour – To be announced • Interior Modern Homes Tour – To be announced Special Events • Historical Society Community Picnic – July 3, 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• Grand Opening of Branding Iron Exhibit, serving food and beer - Saturday, July 9.

• Songs for the Parlor and Concert Singing. July 13, 20, 27 and August 3. Turn of the 19th century performances in a historic parlor setting.

• Living History Day (August History Month Kickoff). August 1, 9:45 a.m. (all day) • Scarlet Belles, a short drama on Lake City’s prostitutes.

August 2, 9, 16, 18, and 23.

• Back in Thyme Victorian High Tea/Luncheon – August 15, 12 noon

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Silver Thread

Like many attractions in the San Juans, the Silver Thread Scenic Byway finds its roots in the rich mining days of the late 19th century. Industrialists and merchants became road builders and widened the narrow footpaths of the Ute Indians, turning the paths into toll roads for transporting ore, supplies, and people to the remote San Juans. Eventually, the railroad came to Hinsdale County, making travel faster and more efficient. By the 1920s, more and more travelers were using automobiles, creating the need for better roads. Highway 149 remained a dirt road until 1968, when paving began between Lake City and Creede. The last stretch was paved in the Santa Marie Reservoir area in 1983. In 1990, portions of Highway 149 were designated as a historic byway.

Scenic Byway

Today, the Silver Thread Scenic Byway spans the entire length of Highway 149, winding through four counties and three towns including Lake City, Creede, and South Fork. From beginning to end, it is a historical route with astounding beauty, recreational abundance, and a varied and unique geology. Elk, deer, moose, and bighorn sheep are often seen along the highway. There are several marked stopping points along the Byway and beautiful views with every turn. For more information about, pick up a Silver Thread Guide at the Lake City Visitor Center.

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During the height of Creede’s mining boom, it was said to be one of the wildest mountain towns in the state. It was home to a two mile long street that consisted mainly of saloons, gambling houses, and brothels. In this century, Creede is considerably tamer that it was in the 1890s. Some of its many attractions include Wheeler Geologic Area, the Bachelor Loop, and the Creede Underground Mining Museum and the Creede Repertory Theater.

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South Fork

This town marks the southern end of the Silver Thread.

Once an important timber industry town, South Fork is now home to tourism and great fishing in its 13 surrounding lakes and many Rio Grande tributaries.

Located just 18 miles from Wolf Creek Ski Area and surrounded by almost 2 million acres of National Forest, South Fork provides an excellent stopping off point during an excursion to Williams Reservoir in the Piedra area of Hinsdale County.

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Bighorn sheep are spotted along Hwy 149 between Lake City and Creede

Richard Hurd

Points of Interest Blue Mesa Reservoir: Located in Curecanti National Recreation Area, this 20-mile long reservoir, the largest in the state, is a popular recreation area for anglers, boaters, hikers, campers, and swimmers.

The Gate: This stunning rock formation, which resembles a gate in a fence of mountains, was carved by the Lake Fork of the Gunnison and towers over the river and highway. In this area, there is easy access to the Lake Fork and a public campground.

High Bridge: The railroad bed and trestle of a bridge owned by the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad that once spanned the canyon still remain at this site. When the line was abandoned, timbers from the bridge were removed and used to build a school in Gunnison. The road to this area is steep and may not be accessible to all cars.

Alferd Packer Massacre Site: Early in 1874, Alferd Packer led five under-prepared prospectors into the wilderness. In April, Packer emerged alone, looking suspiciously well-fed. He later confessed to killing one crazed man in self-defense and eating the remains of his five companions in order to survive. He was eventually convicted and imprisoned until 1901. His victims are memorialized at this site.

Lake San Cristobal Overlook: A short hike is required to view Lake San Cristobal but is worth the walk.

The overlook offers a view of Colorado’s second largest natural lake and surrounding peaks.

Slumgullion Earthflow: This earthflow, a National Natural Landmark, caused the damming of the Lake Fork and formed Lake San Cristobal. It continues to move up to 20 feet a year.

Windy Point Scenic Overlook: This overlook offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the northern San Juans, fourteeners, and many thirteeners.

Spring Creek Pass: The Colorado Trail and the Continental Divide Trail cross the highway at Spring Creek. It also includes an informational kiosk, restrooms, and a nice place for picnicking.

Janet Moore

North Clear Creek Falls is accessible year round

North Clear Creek Falls: Though it is not visible from the road, a short detour brings to view a waterfall that appears almost magically out of a meadow. A short drive and walk are required to see one of the most photographed waterfalls in Colorado.

Bristol Head: Named by a settler who missed his native Bristol, England, this distinctively shaped mountain is an imposing and impressive feature along the Silver Thread.

Browns Lake/Rio Grande Overlook: On the side of the Silver Thread is an overlook of impressing beauty that showcases the Rio Grande River. At this overlook, look to the skyline and locate the Rio Grande Pyramid. North of the Pyramid is the Stony Pass area, where the mighty 1,885 mile Rio Grande River begins as a little trickle of water.

Ruthanne File

Moose are often found near the top of Slumgullion Pass

Wheeler Geologic Area: Geology enthusiasts are sure to enjoy these spiral rock formations. The road to Wheeler is four wheel drive only and can take time. Wheeler is also accessible via a beautiful hike, which is probably faster than driving.

See the county map on page 31-32

Edna Mason

Bristol Head - In the Piedra area of Hinsdale County

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Alpine Loop

Backcountry Byway Jim Arnold

The Alpine Loop Backcountry Byway, a network of four wheel drive roads that connect Lake City, Ouray, and Silverton, traverses passes up to 12,800 feet while showcasing old mines, ghost towns, natural wonders, beautiful wildflowers, and abundant wildlife.

These roads were originally paths used by Native Americans crossing the region. In the 1880s, these trails were widened and used to access mines. Today, the Alpine Loop is an avenue for exploring nature and history admist thrilling views and stunning geography.

The listed points of interest are in order from Cinnamon Pass to Engineer Pass.

Driving the Alpine Loop Portions of this road are not paved and require a four wheel drive, high clearance vehicle. The Alpine Loop has narrow twists and blind curves.

Ne i ghbor ing Dest i nat i ons

Courtesy Rules of the Alpine Loop

Silverton

1. Stay on designated roads.

Obey posted signs for parking and trails.

Connected to Lake City not only by Cinnamon Pass but also by a rich mining history, Silverton was founded just a year before Lake City in 1873. The mining boom in this area lasted until 1921. Silverton now attracts visitors who wish to ride the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, which was named one of the top 10 scenic railroads in the world. Also in town are the Mining Heritage Center, mine tours, the Silverton Gun Fighters, and stage coach rides.

2. Please drive slowly and watch for on-coming traffic.

3. Stay on your side of the road on blind curves. Honk to warn on-coming traffic.

4. Uphill traffic has the right-ofway.

Ouray

Named for perhaps the most famous Ute leader, Chief Ouray, this mountain town is now nicknamed the “Switzerland of America.” Incorporated in 1876, Ouray is yet another town that can contribute its origin to man’s quest for precious metals. Today, Ouray is known for recreation, especially rafting, hiking, exploring Box Cañon Waterfall and Park, and soaking in the Ouray Hot Springs Pool.

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5. Do not park or stop on narrow sections of the road. Use pullouts or wider areas of the road to park.

Joe Zimmerman

Please note that ATVs and unlicensed motorcycles cannot be driven into the city limits of Lake City, Silverton, or Ouray. Also, all ATVs and unlicensed motorcycles must have resident or non-resident registrations and liability insurance. While riding, please be courteous to other drivers and obey all regulations.

Amy Francen

Edna Mason

Points of Interest Lake San Cristobal: The second largest natural lake in Colorado offers great opportunities for fishing, boating, and family fun.

Carson: Though slightly off the beaten path, this well-preserved mining camp is a slice of history that exemplifies the 1880s mining boom. To access Carson, venture up Wager Gulch and travel back in time.

Sherman Town Site: Once a bustling city, now only a lone building and a few foundations remain of the town that once serviced the profitable Black Wonder Mine.

The Hard Tack Mine brings the unique history of mining to life. Stop in for underground mine tours, exhibits packed with mining history and machinery and a fantastic underground gift shop brimming with treasures. Just a few miles up Henson Creek Road (CR 20). See their business listing on page 48 for more information and hours.

See the county map on page 31-32

American Basin

Burrows Park: In a space of a few miles, at least 6 towns once existed here during the height of mining in the San Juans.

Historic buildings at the trailheads of Handies, Redcloud and Sunshine Peaks have been restored.

American Basin: American Basin, one of the most photographed places in Colorado, is located about a mile east of the summit of Cinnamon Pass. American Basin is home to a spectacular show of wildflowers each July, though some flowers do bloom earlier in the summer. The species include larkspur, lupine, old man of the mountain, Indian paintbrush, monkshood and native columbine. The flowers usually peak mid-July. While visiting American Basin, be sure to bring a camera and take plenty of pictures. To protect the flowers for all visitors, please do not pick the flowers and walk only on the road and trails.

Cinnamon Pass: At an elevation of 12,620 feet, Cinnamon Pass offers breathtaking views of the alpine tundra and high mountain peaks.

Janet Moore

Animas Forks: Animas translates to spirit or ghost, and some visitors sense the spirits of the old miners who worked this area in days gone by. This old mining town has a number of well preserved buildings and serves as a junction for several four wheel drive roads.

Engineer Pass: At 12,800 feet in elevation, Engineer Pass offers outstanding views of American Flats, Uncompahgre Peak, and on clear days, Utah.

Rose Lime Kiln: Forty-four feet in height, this kiln stands alone along the road to Engineer Pass. Built in 1881 to produce an ash-free lime, it is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Whitmore Falls: Tucked back almost beneath the road, Henson Creek is choked into a tight column of water and it thunders through the falls. Steps have been placed to allow easier access to a safe viewing platform that allows a great photo opportunity.

Capitol City: Named because its founder wanted it to be the capitol of Colorado, this ghost town sits at the confluence of Henson Creek and North Henson Creek.

Nellie Creek: This steep, rugged four wheel drive road passes a superb 2-tier waterfall as it leads to the trailhead of Uncompahgre Peak.

Ute Ulay Mine and Mill: A number of original mine and mill buildings remain at this site, which also includes informational signs and a picturesque view of Henson Creek. Power for the mine was supplied by a 118 foot high dam on Henson Creek below the town.

Ruthanne File

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hiking horseback biking motorized

One of the benefits of being in the most remote county in the lower 48 with 96 percent public lands is that it takes only a few miles by foot or hoof and minutes by bicycle to leave civilization behind. Hinsdale County offers seemingly endless miles of trails, 19 public campgrounds, five fourteeners, and over 20 thirteeners.

Hikers and backpackers have a vast amount of options in three National Forests, one BLM district, four national wilderness areas, and two wilderness study areas, all of which have several access points within miles of Lake City. Hinsdale County does not limit itself to just hikers. There are trails open to horses and mountain bikes in addition to hikers.

Ryan Borchers

Trails with elevation gains up to 1500 ft

HIKING BIKING HORSEBACK MOTORIZED FISHING

WEMINUCHE UNCOMPAHGRE LA GARITA RED CLOUD/HANDIES POWDERHORN

Note: Trail maps are available at the Visitor Center and a number of local stores. Please remember to stay on marked trails and that mountain bikes are not allowed in wilderness areas.

Cuba Gulch 3.25 miles X X

© Peter B. Steele

Powderhorn Lakes 4.5 miles

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Powderhorn Park 6.3 miles

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Ski Hill to Lake trail 1.6 miles X X X Weminuche Pass to Continental Divide 4.5 miles X X X Trails with elevation gains up to 3000 ft Alpine Gulch 6 miles X X X American Basin 3.2 miles

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Big Blue Creek 12 miles

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Canon Infierno 6 miles

Cataract Gulch 4.1 miles X X Cooper Creek 3.7 miles X Joe Zimmerman

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Cottonwood Creek 4.1 miles X X X X Crystal Lake 4 miles Devil’s Creek 6.8 miles

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Larson Lakes 7.1 miles

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Round Top Road 4.2 miles X X X X Waterdog Lake 3.8 miles

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Trails with elevation gains of more than 3000 ft Alpine Loop 65 miles Allison Stewart

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Grizzly Gulch to Handies Peak (14,048’) 4.2 miles X Stewart Creek Loop to San Luis Peak (14,014’) 8 miles

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Silver Creek to Redcloud Peak (14,034’) & Sunshine Peak (14,001’) 5.7 miles X X Uncompahgre Peak (14,309’) 2.5 miles

X X

Wager Gulch 4.8 miles X X X X Williams Creek 7.5 miles X Allison Stewart

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Wetterhorn Peak (14,017’) 3 miles

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X X

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FEE

TRASH

WATER

SITES

Campgrounds on the Silver Thread Red Bridge

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Gate View

5 Free

The Gate

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$5

Big Blue

11

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Slumgullion

21 X

Bristol Head

15 X

$14

North Clear Creek

25 X

$14/28

Located on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. Elevation 7800’. BLM. Located on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. Elevation 8000’. NPS. Trailers over 22’ not recommended.

Located on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. Elevation 8000’. BLM. Located several miles off of Highway 149 at the entrance to the Uncompahgre Wilderness. Sites of short length. RVs and trailers are not recommended due to the rough, narrow road. Elevation 9800’. USFS. Located near the top of Slumgullion Pass. Sites of short length. Elevation 11,200’. USFS. Located near North Clear Creek. Sites of 32’ length. Elevation 9500’. USFS. Located near North Clear Creek. Sites of 32’ length. Elevation 9900’. USFS.

$5

camping

X $10

Katy Pfenning Setzer

Silver Thread/South Clear Creek

11 X

Located just off of Hwy 149 near South Clear Creek Falls. Sites of 30’ length.

Elevation 9500’. USFS

Road Canyon

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Located six miles west on FS Road 520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road).

Elevation 9300’. USFS.

$14

Free

River Hill

20 X

$16/32

Thirty Mile

35 X

$16/32

Located on FS Road 520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road). Sites of 35’ length.

Elevation 9200’. USFS. (Reservation Required) Located on FS Road 520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road) near Squaw Creek.

Sites of 32’ length. Accessible. Elevation 9300’. USFS.

Lost Trail

7 X Free

Located sixteen miles west on FS Road 520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road).

No large RVs or trailers. Elevation 9500’.

Kade Stewart

Campgrounds on the Alpine Loop Wupperman

31 X

X $15

Williams Creek

23 X

X $14

Mill Creek

22 X

X $7

Located at Lake San Cristobal on County Road 33. Dump Station for guests only.

Campground Hosts. Elevation 9000’. Owned by Hinsdale County.

Located on County Road 30, Cinnamon Pass Road. Sites of 20’ length.

Elevation 9200’. USFS. Located on County Road 30, Cinnamon Pass Road. Elevation 9500’. BLM.

Campgrounds on Cathedral/Powderhorn Road

(FS Road 788)

Deer Lakes

Located on FS Rd. 788 near the top of Slumgullion Pass. Sites of 30’ length.

One accessible site; one accessible toilet. Elevation 10,400’. USFS.

12 X

X $12

Hidden Valley

3

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Spruce

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Cebolla Creek

3 Free

Located on FS Road 788. Sites of short length. Tents only. Elevation 9700’. USFS. Located on FS Road 788. Sites of short length. Elevation 9300’. USFS. Located 6.5 miles from Powderhorn on FS Road 788. Sites of short length.

Elevation 8355’. BLM.

D - Donation Appreciated

Allison Stewart

Allison Stewart

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fourteeners & thirteeners Ruthanne File

Wetterhorn Peak (14,017 feet)

Fourteeners and Thirteeners close to Lake City, accessed either off Hinsdale County Road 30/Lake Fork to Cinnamon Pass, or Hinsdale County Road 20/Henson Creek to Engineer Pass, are listed below. Information is not exact and is provided for reference only. Please stop by the Visitor Information Center in Lake City for details, maps, a complete list of all area High Thirteeners, and trail pamphlets, or call 1-800-569-1874.

Uncompahgre Peak (14,309 feet) Trialheads: Nellie Creek Trailhead, 7.25 mi. roundtrip, Moderate, Uncompahgre Peak Quad; Matterhorn Creek Trailhead, 11 mi. roundtrip, Wetterhorn Peak/ Uncompahgre Peak Quad; Big Blue Trailhead, 20 mi. roundtrip, Sheep Mountain/Uncompahgre Peak Quad.

Redcloud Peak (14,034 feet) Trailhead: Grizzly Gulch Trailhead, 8.5 mi. roundtrip, Moderate, Redcloud Peak Quad.

Sunshine Peak (14,001 feet) Janet Moore

Uncompahgre Peak (14,309 feet)

Trailhead: Grizzly Gulch Trailhead, 9.5 mi. roundtrip, Moderate, Redcloud Peak Quad.

Handies Peak (14,048 feet) Trailhead: American Basin (Sloan Lake) Trailhead, 5.5 mi. roundtrip, Easy to Moderate; Grizzly Gulch Trailhead, 8 mi. roundtrip, Moderate, Handies Peak Quad.

Wetterhorn Peak (14,017 feet) Trailhead: Matterhorn Creek Trailhead, 7.5 mi. roundtrip, 2500 ft elevation gain, Moderate to Difficult, Wetterhorn Peak Quad.

Matterhorn Peak (13,590 feet) Trailhead: Matterhorn Creek Uncompahgre Peak Quad.

Trailhead,

6

mi.

roundtrip,

Moderate,

Coxcomb Peak (13,656 feet) Allison Stewart

Sunshine Peak (14,001 feet) & Redcloud Peak (14,034 feet)

Trailhead: Matterhorn Creek Trailhead, 9 mi. roundtrip, Moderate, Wetterhorn Peak Quad.

Wildhorse (13,266 feet) Trailhead: American Flats Trailhead, 6 mi. roundtrip, Wetterhorn Peak Quad.

Bent Peak (13,393 feet) Trailhead: Carson (Wager Gulch) Road – 1 mi. past Carson, 2 mi. roundtrip, Finger Mesa Quad.

Carson Peak (13,657 feet) Trailhead: Carson (Wager Gulch) Road - 3.5 mi. past Carson, 5 mi. roundtrip, Pole Creek Mt. Quad.

Half Peak (13,841 feet) Trailhead: Cataract Gulch Trailhead, 7 mi. roundtrip, Pole Creek Mt. Quad.

Roger Aymami

Handies Peak (14,048 feet)

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White Cross Mountain (13,542 feet) Trailhead: Grizzly Gulch Trailhead, 7 mi. roundtrip, Redcloud Peak Quad.

Useful Information U se Vehicles R espo nsi bly Each area has rules that govern vehicle use. Learn and follow these rules for each area you visit. Stay on designated or existing routes and out of closed areas. Limit your driving in wet conditions to avoid road damage.

Leave No Trace Remove all evidence of your visit so others will find these areas as beautiful as you do. Take care of public facilities. Leave wildflowers and other natural objects for others to enjoy. Do not deface or dismantle historic or archaeological sites.

Respe ct Other Vi si t ors You share these lands with many others; make sure your fun is not ruining the experience for others around you. Minimize noise, keep pets under control, and drive safely on narrow roads and trails.

Keep Wildlif e Wi ld Careless visitors can unknowingly disturb the many species of wildlife present on public lands. Do not feed the animals. Enjoy them from a distance. Move quietly through the woods, especially in stream-side areas.

Respe ct Privat e P ropert y It is your responsibility to know where you are. Be sure you have legal access to the places you want to enjoy.

H ave a Sa f e Tri p Changing weather and difficult terrain can pose hazards to the unprepared visitor. Be sure someone knows where you are going and when you plan to return. Be ready for changing conditions and stay within your capabilities.

For M ore Inf ormat i on Bureau of Land Management Lake City Office 800 Gunnison Ave 970-944-2344

USDA National Forest Service Lake City Office 800 Gunnison Ave 970-944-2500

Allison Stewart

Animas Forks

W e ather

We enjoy over 300 days of sunshine every year and a cool, dry climate. Summer daytime highs are typically in the 70s or low 80s F. Lows in the summer are in the 40s or upper 30s F. Temperatures at higher elevations are usually lower than in town. A jacket and/or sweater is recommended for your visit during the summer. View current weather readings and forecasts at www.lakecity.com/weather.html. Conditions can change quickly in the mountains, so be prepared for anything.

L ightn in g

Thunderstorms are typical daily occurrences during the summer, especially during July and August. Locally, we refer to this as the “monsoon� or rainy season. Stay off of ridges and away from open ground to avoid lightning strikes. Longer hikes are best started very early in the morning so that you can be down off the mountain when the lightning starts.

The S u n

It is essential to wear eye protection, a hat, and sunscreen when outdoors. The sun is many times more intense here than at sea level.

A ltitude

Gains in altitude can affect anyone, especially when traveling above 7000 feet.

Sometimes, the effects can include: headaches, breathlessness, fatigue, nausea or vomiting, inability to sleep, and swelling of the hands, face, or feet. Some ways to reduce your symptoms: avoid strenuous activity for the first day or two of your visit, drink extra water, and avoid alcohol. Check with your doctor before going to high altitude if you have a heart or lung condition. If your symptoms worsen go to lower elevation and consult a doctor immediately

DR I V ING S L UM G ULLI ON PA S S

A common problem for drivers coming over Slumgullion Pass is overheating brakes. To avoid this problem, use a lower gear. After reaching the summit of Slumgullion Pass heading towards Lake City, start out going slow downhill. If the car starts gaining too much speed, simply shift into the next lowest gear, repeating this process as often as necessary. Contrary to popular belief, this practice will not hurt a transmission. For those with standard transmission cars, remember that the gear used going uphill is likely the same gear that will be used going downhill. A general tip for everyone is to not rush going over Slumgullion. Take it slow and enjoy the drive.

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Eas y A c c ess F i shi n g Lake San Cristobal - Formed by the Slumgullion Earthflow over 700 years ago, Lake San Cristobal is now the second largest natural lake in Colorado. It is a great recreation area for anglers, boaters, and families.

There are public campgrounds around the lake as well as a public boat launch.

Allison Stewart

Fishing Fishing in the Lake City area draws anglers back to its streams and lakes year after year as faithfully as brook trout are drawn to dry flies.

Whether your passion is making a long-distance cast with a spinner in a mountain lake, teaching a child to catch his or her first trout with a worm and bobber, or sneaking up on rising fish with a fly rod, Lake City’s waters hold something special for you and your family.

Before you head out to the water, be sure to pick up a Colorado fishing license and a free copy of current regulations, available at several locations in Lake City. All waters have daily bag limits, and some waters are restricted to the type of tackle used, slot limits, etc. Local tackle dealers are more than happy to help explain the regulations and to offer tips on where to fish and what to use.

Ruthanne File

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Henson Creek - Coming down from high in the San Juans, Henson Creek is a brushy mountain stream that can often yield great trout fishing. Henson follows County Road 20 down from Capitol City and joins the Lake Fork in Lake City.

Lake Fork of the Gunnison River - With over 28 miles of public waters, the Lake Fork is a great place for those who want to fish but do not have the time to hike to a fishing spot. There are a number of places right along Highway 149 where you can fish 10 feet from your car.

Joe Zimmerman

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Deer Lakes - Near the top of Slumgullion Pass is the turnoff for Deer Lakes and a public campground. Deer Lakes is a great place for children to fish and is near numerous hiking trails.

Rio Grande Reservoir - For access to this reservoir, travel south on Highway 149 to Forest Service Road 520.

The reservoir is located 13 miles down Forest Service Road 520. Rio Grande Reservoir is stocked with fish in the summer months and is also open to boating.

Continental Reservoir - This reservoir is located about halfway between Lake City and Creede off of Highway 149. To access it, travel south out of Lake City on Hwy 149 to Forest Service Road 513, which leads to Forest Service Road 513.1A. The reservoir is about 2 miles down this road. Fishing is great in this stocked lake and boats are allowed.

Williams Creek Reservoir - Located in the south end of Hinsdale County, this reservoir is accessed from Highway 160 by Pagosa Springs. Turn off of Highway 160 onto Forest Service Road 631. After traveling 22 miles on this road, turn onto Forest Service Road 640. The reservoir is located just half a mile down Forest Service Road 640. Fall and late spring fishing is great in this reservoir, which is stocked with Kokanee salmon and trout. Boating is allowed and there is a large public campground near the reservoir.

Scott Williams

year-round fishing…

You can fish year round in the Lake City area, each season requires a distinct approach for the best chances of success.

SPRING (March-May): Spring fishing begins in the Lake City area when the ice leaves the Lake Fork of the Gunnison in March. The water is low and clear at ice-out, and the fish are still concentrated in their winter habitat, the deep pools. The trout aren’t interested in expending much energy to chase lures, so fly fishers do best using a variety of nymphs Lisa Higgins fished near the bottom. Spring runoff usually spoils stream fishing from mid-May through mid-June.

Lake San Cristobal thaws out in late April or early May, and veteran anglers know it’s the best time to fish for giant 10- to 30-pound mackinaw (lake trout) that cruise near shore. Fishing with sucker meat on the bottom is a proven technique. Landing one of these monsters could easily be your fish of a lifetime!

SUMMER (June-August): Summer is prime season for the high country streams and lakes surrounding Lake City. It’s a great time to teach a child to fish in unintimidating waters like Deer Lakes or Big Blue Creek. In both places, brook trout are abundant, but not large. Skilled anglers seeking larger fish should try for the wild browns of Cebolla Creek and Henson Creek or the browns and rainbows of the Lake Fork of the Gunnison.

Dry fly fishing is superb during the stonefly hatch in late June and into early July. Small spinners work well on these streams, too.

High country lake fishing at Crystal, Cooper, Cataract and Powderhorn Lakes can be phenomenal at times, but they are also temperamental.

Plan to fish a full day at these lakes in order to intersect Kay Tarasewicz their prime feeding

periods. Lake San Cristobal fishing is often best in the summer from a boat, either by trolling spoons or casting spinners.

Edna Mason

FALL (September-November): Fall is a perennial favorite season for many Lake City anglers. Changing colors of aspens and cottonwoods light up our waters with a golden glow, and the streams are usually low and clear.

Brown trout move upstream to spawn on the Lake Fork and Cebolla Creeks, and are quite aggressive in the fall. They’ll chase streamers or lures that imitate small fish. Please take care not to wade through their redds (spawning beds) in order to protect their newly-laid eggs. In early fall on the smaller streams, using grasshopper flies in the fall can trigger explosive hits from fish hungry for a big bite.

WINTER (December-February): Stream fishing is very limited to nonexistent in the Lake City area in the winter, as ice covers most of the flowing water by late November. Ice fishing on Lake San Cristobal, however, is popular by those who either brave the elements outside or from the amazing comfort of a fishing hut on the ice. Fishing with bait and jigging are common Lake San Cristobal ice fishing tactics that result in many smaller lake trout being caught, and occasionally one too large to fit through the hole!

Kay Tarasewicz

Lake City area fishing has remained outstanding for generations because many anglers “limit their kill” instead of “kill their limit.” Read the Colorado Division of Wildlife Fishing Regulations or The Lake City Fishing Guide to learn how to return a fish safely to the water. The latter publication is available at the Visitors’ Center, and also includes detailed descriptions of all area streams and lakes.

Whatever season finds you in Lake City, there’s fishing to be enjoyed. Spend a day with rod and reel, and let the magic of our waters and their trout restore your soul.

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Autumn

Although autumn is a relatively short season in Lake City, it is one of the most beautiful times to be in the area. The incomparable fall foliage typically is in full swing by mid September. The changing aspen, willows, and cottonwoods set fire to the mountain sides with the slightest breeze setting things aflutter, creating a striking scene. This time of year is also one of the best for fishing, a favorite of locals. Kokanee salmon began to slip upstream from Blue Mesa into the Lake Fork so you may have an opportunity to hook one. Brown trout are also spawning during this time of year. For more information on fishing, please see page 20.

Aspen Folklore

Several Native American legends attempt to shed light on the symphony of colors that lights up Colorado’s “Shining Mountains” each year. One legend attributes the deep red hues to the blood of the Great Bear dripping onto the leaves after he was slain by celestial hunters. The vibrant yellow and orange colors were the result of fat splattering out of the pot as the meat of the bear was cooked. Others tell the story of the Great Spirit offering magical powers to any tree that could remain awake for seven days and seven nights. Those that succeeded were allowed to be continually green while those that failed had to lose their leaves and sleep during the winter. We know now that the changing leaves are a result of chemical reactions and the changing season. But one may prefer the stories that awaken the imagination, making this time of spectacular beauty much more magical.

Katy Pfenning

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Joe Zimmerman

HUNTING

Fall Scenic Drives Two wheel drive vehicles • Silver Thread Scenic Byway

Hunting in the San Juans started during the 19th century when the mountain men who weren’t prospecting for precious metals learned of another commodity that these mountains had to offer: fur pelts. Beaver pelts at this time were fashionable and could fetch a high price in cities.

Once mining became the trade of the county in the 1880s, miners hunted big game animals such as deer to feed themselves and their families.

• Lake City to Sherman • County Road 20 to Capitol City • Cebolla Creek & Los Pinos Pass • Rio Grande Reservoir Four wheel drive • Nellie Creek Road • North Henson Road

• Colorfest Arts and Crafts Show

Today, elk and deer hunting is a way to enjoy the outdoors and pleasant fall weather. Hunting in Hinsdale County is limited licensing only, which requires hunters to be drawn for tags. Six game management units occur partially in Hinsdale County: 65, 66, 67, 76, 77, and 751. Units 66, 67, and 76 are draw only with some over the counter licenses sold in units 65, 77 and 751. Area hunters are likely to have high harvest rates, quality animals, and a great overall experience. The benefits of hunting in a county comprised of 96 percent public land offer numerous access points to the backcountry, plenty of room to hunt and a lower chance of overcrowding of hunters. The application deadline for tags for big game hunting is usually the first week of April. For more information, contact the Colorado Division of Wildlife at wildlife.state.co.us.

• Uncorked Wine & Music Festival

Find area hunting outfitters on page 49.

• Portions of Alpine Loop Scenic Byway • Round Top Road Fall Scenic HIKES • Crystal Peak & Thompson Lake Trail • Waterdog Trail • Cataract Gulch • Alpine Gulch • Ski Hill to Lake Trail Fall Events

• Hunters Ball (October) Chuck Chetwin

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Winter Chuck Chetwin

If you thought summers were beautiful in Lake City, wait until you see what winter has in store. Covered under a blanket of white for four months, Hinsdale County is a winter playground for all. Motels, restaurants, and stores are open year round and often offer reduced rates during snow months. Less expensive places to stay, great food, beautiful weather, and lots of outdoor activities: what other incentive do you need? Go to www.lakecity.com for current winter activity information.

S n owmob il in g Hinsdale County has over 100 miles of multipurpose groomed trails that weave through the expansive area between Lake City and Creede. Snowmobilers have a number of starting points, including Spring Creek Pass, Slumgullion Pass and Penniston Park, all just off Highway 149. The trail system offers a variety of settings, which include meandering through forests, straight shots across plateaus, wide trails that traverse mountainsides, and trails to the tops of mountains and spectacular views of the San Juans. Trail conditions and maps of the trail system are available at www.lakecitysnowmobileclub.com, the Lake City Continental Divide Snowmobile Club website.

Joe Zimmerman

Steve Robinson

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B ac k Coun try S k iin g / S n owshoei n g Other ways to enjoy Hinsdale’s groomed trails and burn a few calories while you’re at it are by cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Ski or snowshoe for just an hour or travel off-trail to one of the Haute Route yurts. Those interested in trying one of these winter sports for the first time can rent gear from outfitters in town.

COLORADO TRAIL YURT ~ OPEN YEAR ROUND

H i n sda le Haute R ou t e One of the crown jewels of Lake City and Hinsdale County is the Hinsdale Haute Route, a system of four yurts. While using Colorado’s highest hut route, skiers and snowshoers feel “on top of the world” as they enjoy the peaceful luxury of their fully-stocked yurts. Each yurt is carpeted and insulated, has a wooden deck, woodstove, firewood, propane cookstoves, cooking utensils, a sink, table, chairs, beds, cots, and foam sleeping pads. The yurts are great stopping points for avid winter-enthusiast skiers looking for a new adventure.

Each yurt sleeps six to eight people, and guide services are available. For more information on the Hinsdale Haute Route visit www.hinsdalehauteroute.org.

For more information on the Hinsdale Haute Route visit www.hinsdalehauteroute.org

Jerry Gray

I c e Climbing Just a few blocks from historic downtown is Lake City’s ice park. The park is open from December to March, weather permitting. The climbs are free and never crowded and offer up to 15 different routes of varying difficulties. Climbers should check in and sign waivers at participating businesses.

Interested ice climbers should check out the Ice Climbing Festival that takes place each February. For information about the Lake City Ice Park, visit www.lakecityiceclimbs.com.

I c e Skatin g Part of the Lake City Town Park is transformed each winter into an ice rink for all to enjoy. The rink is never crowded and great for families or those who want to skate leisurely while enjoying the scenery. The rink is in operation from December to March and skates can be rented from businesses in town.

Allison Stewart

Kelli Robinson Joe Zimmerman

S k i H ill For the price of one lift ticket at a resort, you and nine of your friends could spend a day at the Lake City Ski Hill.

Our Ski Hill is home to four runs of varying difficulty and a platter lift that transports 10 riders at a time. For those skiers and snowboarders looking for a place to practice tricks and jumps, the terrain park has 10 components, including fun boxes and a rainbow. The lift ticket price includes rental of skis or a snowboard as well as some other gear. The Ski Hill is a great place for beginners to gain confidence on the slopes and is both family and kid-friendly. The hill is open Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays throughout the winter as long as the snow keeps falling. For more information, contact the Lake City Area Recreation Department or go to www. lakecityskihill.com.

Wi n ter Festival Each February, a number of Hinsdale County organizations host the Winter Festival, a collection of fun weekend winter events that include an Ice Fishing Derby, Ice Climbing Festival, Matt Milski Ski Race, Snowmobile Rally, and Hot Air Balloon Festival. For more information on these events, see page 9.

Ice Fishing see page 21

Kyle Doughty

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Natural Wonders Wat erfalls Of all the natural elements, it can be argued that water is the most awe-inspiring. The Lake City area is home to a number of spectacular waterfalls that exhibit power and beauty. North Clear Creek Falls is just off the Silver Thread Scenic Byway, hidden just beyond the road. A short drive to the parking area lets visitors walk to the falls to get a striking view of the most photographed waterfall in Colorado. Whitmore Falls is another thrilling waterfall, one that is just off of Engineer Pass Road near Capitol City. The observation point is a short hike off the road, but is well worth it for a sensational photo opportunity.

Nellie Creek Falls is a thrilling two stage waterfall about a half mile up Nellie Creek Road which is four wheel drive only. The road can be a bit rough but the view of the falls is worth the trek. Horseshow Falls on the Engineer Pass road is a wide, beautiful cascade of water. The Alpine Loop offers smaller unnamed waterfalls, many along the road, that enhance the beauty of the drive.

Whitmore Falls

Cataract Falls

Michelle Murphy

Joe Zimmerman

Nellie Creek Falls

Janet Moore

Edi ble Arran geme n ts Hinsdale County offers the perfect climate and soil for many kinds of edible mushrooms, including boletus, inky caps and scaly urchins. Mushrooms are usually in their prime in August, although their growth does depend on the year’s rainfall.

Some trails that may produce a hearty mushroom population include Cataract Gulch, Williams Creek and Alpine Gulch. Be sure to verify that the mushrooms collected are not poisonous. It is recommended that while picking mushrooms, each find should be wrapped individually in case a poisonous mushroom was collected by mistake. Other edible parts of the scenery include wild raspberries and choke cherries. Wild strawberries can be enjoyed by those lucky enough to spot them.

Joe Zimmerman

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S l umgu llion Eart hflow

The landscape around Lake City is literally changing in front of your eyes. About 700 years ago, Mesa Seco collapsed into the valley and created the colorful four mile Slumgullion slide, which began the damming of the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River and the formation of Lake San Cristobal. Around 400 years later, a second six mile Earthflow began and continues today with a yearly flow of three to 20 feet. The earthflow was named for its resemblance in color to a stew miners made, which consisted of any ingredient they had. The Slumgullion Earthflow can be viewed from the pull out on the Silver Thread Scenic Byway, just a few miles south of Lake City. The stunning view of the earthflow can also be enjoyed from the summit of Cannibal Plateau which requires access by hiking, ATVs or horses.

Steve Robinson

L ake S an Cris t ob a l Formed by the Slumgullion Earthflow over 700 years ago, Lake San Cristobal is now the second largest natural lake in Colorado.

It is a great recreation area for anglers, boaters, and families.

There are public campgrounds around the lake as well as a public boat launch.

The Red Mountain Day Use Area is located at the south end of the lake. Wupperman Campground is located on the east side, this county-owned public campground features 31 sites with excellent views of the lake.

Brad Griffith

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Allison Stewart

Edna Mason

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Wi ld l if e an d B irds A wide variety of wildlife and birds live in or migrate through the magnificent San Juans. Frequently seen are deer, which often wander throughout town, and elk herds that graze just north of Lake City in the winter. Rabbits and coyotes are known to live in and around the town limits and are often seen on the Silver Thread Scenic Byway.

After an introduction to the area by the Colorado Division of Wildlife in the early 1990s, moose are now thriving occupants of the San Juans and Hinsdale County. These solitary creatures are known to take cover in willows and the brushy area on the south side of Lake San Cristobal and up at Deer Lakes. The lynx, a member of the cat family, was reintroduced to the area and is not often spotted around Lake City because they prefer dense spruce and fir forests. Other animals in the area include pikas, black bears, marmots, chipmunks and squirrels. For those who prefer to watch the winged species of our area, know that there are plenty of birds to observe. The most common birds in the Lake City area include stellar jays and chickadees that are seen year round. Seasonal residents include western tanagers, Cassin’s finch, American goldfinch, evening grosbeaks, black headed grosbeaks, and two common types of hummingbirds: broad tailed and rufous hummers. A wonderful spot in town for bird watching is Pete’s Lake, which has a walking trail. Warblers, other songbirds, and numerous waterfowl are known to spend time at Lake San Cristobal.

Nita Arnold

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Edna Mason

N i gh t Skies Lake City is well suited for great stargazing opportunities.

On a clear night, one can marvel at the moon, planets, constellations, and other spectacular phenomena of our universe. Certainly, a good set of binoculars or telescope will enhance your “up close” viewing.

However, one of the best astronomy activities in Lake City is absolutely free and requires nothing more than patience, the naked eye, and mostly clear sky conditions.

The activity is watching for meteors. Although they last only seconds, meteors are always fun to watch as they streak across the sky. And, there are times a fireball (a very large meteor) may flash above.

Here’s a list of meteor showers for 2011. Unfortunately, when there is a full moon, it lessens the chance of seeing meteors. Regardless, get out the lawn chairs, blankets, and hot chocolate and enjoy time out under the Lake City night sky!

Meteor Shower Calendar Date

Name of Meteor Shower Comments

Jan 3

Quadrantids

Great viewing because of new moon

April 21

Lyrids

Best viewing will be before midnight

May 5 Eta Aquarids

Once moon sets, good viewing for rest of nite

July 29

Moon won’t be a factor

Delta Aquarids

Aug 13 Perseids

Best meteor shower of year; unfortunately, a full moon will hamper viewing

Oct 21

Orionids

Should be good viewing before midnight

Nov 17

Leonids

Should be good viewing before midnight

Dec 13 Geminids

Allison Stewart

Chuck Chetwin

Allison Stewart

W il d f l owers A wave of beauty, reflected in the blossoms of wildflowers, slowly surges up the San Juans from the spring through the summer. The San Juan Mountains are home to over 150 species of wildflower, many of which can be found in high mountain meadows. These species include native columbine, Indian paintbrush, forget-me-nots, old man of the mountain, sneezeweed, larkspur, lupine, harebell, bluebells, and monkshood. The best place to see a spectacular show of wildflowers is American Basin, where the flowers are usually in full bloom by mid-July. For more information on American Basin, see page 15. Hikes with stunning fields of wildflowers include Wetterhorn Basin, Cataract Gulch, Cooper Creek, Grizzly Gulch and Big Blue. The Visitor Center has more information on wildflowers and specific hikes.

The Geminids can be one of the best to watch

The best conditions for seeing meteors are in a dark place in the backyard, in the mountains at a campsite, or up at Windy Point overlook.

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Natural Wonders Allison Stewart

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Made inLake City C eramics Pete Main

Jewelry Patricia Davidson

Frank & Linda Mangum

Belinda Gianola

Raku, stoneware.

Cliff House Pottery, 1000 N. Hwy 149.

970-944-2714

Chuck Chetwin

Brilliant colors, awesome landscapes, the captivating energy of tumbling water and crisp, clean air – inspiration resides in and around Lake City, and can be seen in the works of those who “create” in this very special place.

Before Lake City was even a town, William Henry Jackson captured his “inspiration” on famous large-plate photographs of the area. Now, over 130 years later, this land still inspires the people who visit and live here: about 10% of Lake City’s residents are artists, craftsmen, or writers.

We hope that you meet some of these talented people, and have a rewarding, enriching visit. To ensure the quality and authenticity of your experience, the following criteria were used for inclusion in the Made In Lake City listings: • Artists, crafts people, writers, and agricultural producers must live in the immediate Lake City area for at least part of the year.

• Works or products must be substantially made by the artist or grown by the producer.

• Artistic works or agricultural products must be available for sale or exhibit in Lake City, either in a retail setting, home studio, gallery, or at shows or markets held in Lake City.

Hand-loomed jewelry.

At Sage and Timber, 312 N Silver St. 970-944-2875 or 210-492-9475.

Slab-built stoneware.

Mangum Pottery, 206 N Silver St. 970-944-1299

Sparkling beaded jewelry. At Sage and Timber, 312 N Silver St.

F iber Arts Helen Dewey

Leo Jo Lowry & Cindy Bissel

Books, journals, cards.

The Adobe Studio, 625 Pine St. 970-944-2642

Fine jewelry.

World of Gem Creations, 329 N Silver St. 970-944-2722

Mary Ann Flynn

Ken Needham

Quilts, fabric items, tiled furniture.

512 Water St. and at Sage and Timber, 312 Silver St. 970-944-3015

Amanda & Christian Hartman

Hand-loomed rugs.

Silver Thread Weaving, 130 Bluff St. 970-944-0220.

Amy Humphries

Crocheted hats.

Amy’s Hats at San Juan Soda Company, 227 N Silver St.

G lass Dave Jordan

Hand made glass.

On Fire Glassworks, Artist Collective, 219 Silver Street.

970-497-0887

Fine jewelry, cut gemstones.

World of Gem Creations, 329 N Silver St. 970-944-2722

Leather Doug Hartman

Hand-tooled, laced & sewn leather items.

San Juan Soda Company, 227 N Silver St. 970-944-0500

Music Lake City Stinger Band Keeping the Lake City band tradition alive.

Mike Pearce, director.

970-944-0354. www.lakecityband.org

Russ Brown

Acrylics of aircraft, cars, landscapes, wildlife. Russ Brown Gallery, 223 N Silver St. 970-944-5009

Yolie Brown

Impressionistic watercolors and oils.

At Silver Lynx, 306 N Silver St. 970-944-2005

Lisa Gray

Fine art on paper, acrylics, and collage.

Silver Lining Studio, 518 Water St. 970-275-4367 or 970-944-2475

Karen Hurd

Wildlife and pet paintings on canvas and stone.

970-944-2684

Jane E. Jones

Impressionistic and abstract works in watercolor, collage, acrylic, oil, and mixed media. At Lake City Art Gallery, 325 N Silver St. & studio in summer.

970-944-2794

Natalie Reeve

Prints and cards of natural scenes and flowers. At Silver Lynx 970-944-2751

Painting Adolph Assenheimer Watercolors of natural subjects.

1441 Balsam Dr. 970-944-0148

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Photography

Mary Aymami

Photographic greeting cards with local scenes and wildlife. 2081San Juan Dr and at Slumgullion Gift Gallery 970-944-0311

Chuck Chetwin

Photographs of landscapes and detail scenes. At Local Artists Exhibit & various retail locations and restaurants.

720-561-0754

Patrick Kelley

Photographs of natural scenes and wildlife.

At Restless Spirits Saloon.

970-944-1100

Edna Mason

Photographs of natural scenes and wildlife.

At Local Artists Exhibit or by appointment.

970-944-1100

Greg Ochocki

Fine photography of mountain scenes and wildlife. At Silver Lynx, 306 N Silver St. 970-944-4734

Carol Robinson

Documentary and travel photography, including natural and architectural subjects.

At Silver Lynx, 306 N Silver St. 970-209-6204

Bob Stigall

Black and white photographs of local scenes; limited framing and matting services.

970-944-2603

Allison Stewart

Life in the San Juans, fine art photography by Allison Stewart.

970-944-2002

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Various M edia Ani Barrie & Mary Carkin

Jewelry, fiber art, collage, paintings, sweaters.

Silver Lynx, 306 N Silver St. 970-944-3019

Abbie Mahlin

Shadow boxes, miniature watercolors.

118 N Silver St.

Martha Reyburn

Watercolor & oil paintings, ceramics, fiber art, mixed media.

1037 Ocean Wave Dr. 970-944-2443

Sally Scott

Scotty Artworks Custom Murals, floorcloths, painted furniture, portraits, design details www.scottyartworks.com 970-901-8089

W ood & Stone Donald Bradley Natural birch candle holders.

Sage and Timber, 312 N Silver.

Dan Hall

Custom fishing rods.

Dan’s Fly Shop, 723 N Gunnison Ave. 970-944-2881

Christian Hartman and Lucky O’Dubhaigh

Mike Young

Custom sand-blasted wood signs, etched glass, and etched rock.

Signs by Mike.

213 N Henson St. 970-944-0116

Writers Don Alexander

Historical adventure novels: Slumgullion Gold, Slumgullion Greed, and Slumgullion Grit.

970-944-0110

P. David Smith

Colorado History Eight books including Images of the San Juans and On the Backs of Burros 970-944-0110 pdavidsmith@westernreflectionspublishing.com

Mary Stigall

Up Here, stories of life in a small mountain town.

970-944-2603

Claude Thormalen

A novel, The Right Side of the Law: Reminiscences of a Federal Narcotics Agent, and an autobiography, The Rising of Orion.

970-944-1480

Sentinel Tree Woodworks custom-made furniture and doors 970-417-0080

Bob Pierson

Kathleen Whinnery

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See complete listings for each

artist, including descriptions, photos, operating hours, and contact information, on our website at

www.lakecity.com

Plants & Produce Helen Dewey

Fresh organic herbs, salad greens, and vegetables in season.

The Adobe Studio, 625 Pine St. 970-944-2642

Wood carvings of wildlife and caricatures.

Wildlife in Wood, 2273 Hummingbird Lane, and Third Street Market.

970-944-0255

Natalie Reeve

High-altitude annuals and perennials.

The Pottin’ Shed, 324B Fourth St. 970-944-0280

Amanda Hartman

All business listings were deemed accurate at the time this publication was printed. Some information is subject to change without notice. All listings are available online, updated regularly, and some online listings offer photo galleries of businesses.

Lake City Auto & Sports Center 809 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2311 www.lakecityauto.com lakecityauto@lakecity.net 24 hour self-service station. Year round auto repair specializing in 4x4s. Cooper tires, Interstate batteries, Triton trailers, and Jeeps for sale. Mechanic on duty 7 days a week. Over 30 years authorized Polaris snowmobile, ATV, SidexSide Ranger dealer, Skidoo snowmobiles, Can-am ATV dealer and SidexSide Commander dealer. We accept all major credit cards.

Liquor Stores.............. 44 Lodges, Motels, Cabins, Ranches.................. 44 Miniature Golf............ 48 Museums & Tours........ 48 Newspaper................ 48 Outfitter/Hunting........ 48 Pet Care.................... 49 Plant Nurseries........... 49 Plumbing & Heating Contractors............. 49 Professional Artists...... 49 Publishing Company.... 50 Rafting Tours............... 50 Real Estate................. 50 Recreation Tours & Guides: Scenic, 4WD, Hiking, Snowshoeing, Rock Climbing......... 52 Recreation Rentals: Jeep, ATV, Bikes Boats, and Camping Gear........ 53 Restaurants................. 55 RV Parks and Private Campgrounds.......... 56 Salons & Massage...... 57 School....................... 57 Secretarial Services..... 57 Shopping................... 57 Snowmobile Repair/ Rentals/Tours/Sales.. 59 Title Insurance & Closings................. 60 Trash Pick Up............. 60 Utilities...................... 60 Vacation Homes.......... 60

Automotive Services and Fuel

Automotive Services and Fuel

Automotive Services & Fuel..................... 35 Banks........................ 36 Bicycle Repairs, Supplies, & Sales..... 36 Building Contractors.... 37 Building Equipment Rentals.................... 38 Building Materials....... 38 Camera Rentals and Supplies.................. 38 Camps and Family Retreats................... 38 Car Wash.................. 39 Churches................... 39 Coffee Houses............ 39 Community Orgs......... 39 Computer Services...... 40 Day Care................... 40 Electricians................. 40 Entertainment & Live Music..................... 40 Fly Fishing Outfitters & Guides.................... 41 Graphic/Web Design.. 41 Government............... 42 Grocery Stores........... 42 Health Care............... 42 Home Design.............. 42 Horseback Riding Outfitters................. 42 Ice Cream Parlors....... 43 Insurance................... 43 Landscaping & Lawn Services.................. 44 Library....................... 44

Automotive Services and Fuel continued Rene’s Garage, Inc.

Sportsman’s BBQ Station & Garage 173 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2525 www.sportsmanstexaco.com sportsmanstexaco@centurytel.net Full service garage and 24 hour pay to pump open year round.

41 years experience, large inventory of parts, friendly service.

Also on site, Hutch’s famous BBQ. See Sportsman’s BBQ Station and Backyard under Restaurants and Entertainment.

929 Ocean Wave Drive Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-3000 renesgarage.inc@centurytel.net Full mechanical & electrical automotive and small engine repair.

Friendly and knowledgeable service with 30+ years of experience. Computer diagnostics, lube & oil, brakes, tire repair, welding, tires, parts, Interstate Batteries, 4WD specialized, RV service, lock out service, licensed for towing and recovery.

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Bank, Bicycle Repair, Supplies and Sales

Banks

The Gunnison Bank and Trust Company 232 West Tomichi • POB 119 Gunnison, CO 81230-0119 970-641-0320 www.gunnisonbank.com The commitment to service is what distinguishes The Gunnison Bank and Trust Company from other banks. We truly live up to “courteous service with integrity.”

Wells Fargo 909 North Main Street Gunnison, CO 81230 970-641-6204 Fax: 970.642.0559 www.wellsfargo.com All types of residential mortgages including: purchase, refinance, new construction conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, Home Equity loans, jumbo loans, deed-restricted properties.

Gunnison Savings & Loan Gunnison Savings & Loan 303 N Main, Gunnison, CO 970641-2171 Crested Butte Savings & Loan 501 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte 970-349-7207 www.gunnisonsl.com

Miners & Merchants Bank 231 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2242 800 453-0123 www.prvb.com A Branch of Pine River Valley Bank. Enjoy old-fashioned banking service provided by people who really care about you.

Visit the historic first bank building in Western Colorado. We offer loans of all types, checking, NOW and savings accounts, insured money market accounts and certificates of deposit. ATM on site.

Gunnison Savings and Loan has a 100 year history of safety and financial strength. Our experienced loan staff understands the real estate market and our customers’ needs. We offer a variety of loans and banking services to meet your financial goals.

Bicycle Repairs, Supplies, & Sales Lake City Bicycles, Inc. 528 Pine St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0405 972-765-3952 lakecitybicycles@flash.net Repairs & tuning, tire/tube replacement, wheel truing, brakes, shifting, chains and more. Supplies & parts -tires, tubes, pumps, helmets, seats, baskets and more. Sales of new and used bikes.

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Building, Excavation & Mining Contractors

Building, Excavation & Mining Contractors Silver River Woodworks, Inc.

General contractors. Custom homes, remodeling, basements, crawlspace and waterproofing. Low-E insulation. All big and small projects welcome. We also do property management and maintenance. We are open all year.

Bodine Construction, Inc. 402 West Ohio Ave. Gunnison, CO 81230 970-901-9722 www.bodineconstruction.net ken@bodineconstruction.net

Whinnery Construction, Inc. PO Box 866 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2448 whinnery@lakecity.net

Specializing in finely crafted custom homes, additions, and remodels. Bodine Construction is a fully insured construction company that has built in Lake City since 1998. We work hard to bring you first class workmanship, superior customer service, the latest in construction technology, and attention to detail.

A.B. Construction, Inc. PO Box 281 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2230 albrownlakecity@yahoo.com Al Brown, general contractor.

Building quality, custom homes in Lake City since the 1970s.

Custom frame, log and timber frame homes, additions, and remodels. Specializing in multilevel, concrete foundations, retaining walls, and flatwork. Fully insured. Great references.

Mountain Enterprises Construction, Inc. 622 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-901-2229 bvheller@aol.com www.lakecityhomeforsale.com With 40 years experience, Bruce Vierheller is a respected general contractor and popular sub-contractor specializing in carpentry, concrete and drywall work. From design to move-in, from foundation to roof, Bruce has you covered. Ready to buy? Check out 622 Gunnison Ave, pictured here. Fully insured.

Building, Excavation & Mining Contractors

1871 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-3004 phudgeons@centurytel.net

Dirt work, home site preparation, gravel, water, sewer, and electric trenching, landscaping, grading, road building, pond building, a river restoration specialist.

Holley Construction PO Box 403 Lake City, CO 81235

970-944-7779

Benchmark Builders Lake City, CO 970-596-6095

JV Ventures PO Box 126 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-1010

Lake Fork Home Builders PO Box 413 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-4116

Sentinel Tree Milling & Custom Woodwork 1871 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235

970-417-0080

Coal Creek Mining 951 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0346 970-596-6933 321am@centurytel.net Underground mining contractors, responsibly protecting our environment and supporting our community.

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Building Equipment Rentals, Building Materials, Camera Rentals and Supplies, Camps

Building Equipment Rentals

Camera Rentals and Supplies

Colorado Action Cams Blue Spruce Rentals 310 N Bluff St. • Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2581 www.bluesprucelc.com bsi@centurytel.net Blue Spruce Rentals has equipment for contractors and homeowners. We rent generators, compactors, nailers, log splitter, lawn mowers, shop vac, trash pump and many other items. See our website, www.bluesprucelc.com, for a complete listing. Daily & weekly rates.

Building Materials

Above Moseley Arts Center Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-5001 www.coloradoactioncams.com Lake City’s local source for helmet cameras for your next adventure. Now you can record in full HD your snowmobiling, mountain biking, jeeping or ATVing trip to show all of your envious friends back home. Waterproof, rugged, and hands-free, our cameras are easy to operate so you can enjoy your Lake City adventure time after time. Rentals and sales.

Camps & Family Retreats

Camp Redcloud Blue Spruce Building Materials 310 N Bluff St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2581 www.bluesprucelc.com bsi@centurytel.net Hardware, building materials, kitchenware, RV supplies, paint, wrapping paper, even toys! We’re your friendly small town store with access to a big city inventory. Shipments arrive weekly. Our locally owned and operated business has been dedicated to serving you and the Lake City community since 1980. Open year round.

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6000 CR 30 • P.O. Box 130 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2625 www.campredcloud.org info@campredcloud.org Celebrating 30 years of ministry, Camp Redcloud is a Christian Adventure Camp that provides exciting adventures for youth ages 8-18 as well as youth groups. The Adventure Program offers fun activities like zip lines, rappelling, mountain biking, and canoeing all while learning more about developing Christlike character traits and how to apply them to your life. The Expeditions Program steps up the challenge to a new level and focuses on biblical discipleship and leadership through backpacking, high ropes, rock climbing, rafting, and other adventure activities.

Car Wash

Churches continued St. James Episcopal Church

881 N. Main St. (Hwy. 135) Gunnison, CO 81230

5th St. & N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 www.saintjameslakecity.org • info@saintjameslakecity.org

Gunnison’s premier car wash offering Laser automatic wash, 3 self-serve bays, vacuum & fragrance stations. Visit us in Gunnison for a better view of our beautiful Rocky Mountains from your car! Located across the hwy. from City Market.

Toy Wash N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235

Please join us for worship Sundays at 5pm with Reverend Ed Nettleton. Church open everyday for prayer.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church PO Box 162 / S Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-641-0808 • 970-944-2581 Built in 1877. On South Silver Street, above the Henson Creek RV Park. For information on time of mass, please call Father Steve Murray at 970-641-0808.

Car Wash, Churches, Coffee Houses, Community Organizations

Squeeky Kleen Auto Wash

Self service car wash. Two bays with foaming brushes and vacuum. Located one mile north of town on Hwy 149.

Churches

Coffee Houses Mocha Moose Coffee House

Community Presbyterian Church 429 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2514 www.lakecitypresbyterian.org cpc@centurytel.net The oldest church on the western slope continues in the ministry it began 134 years ago. Come worship and grow with us!

Worship services: Winters at 9:30 am, Fellowship at 10:30 am.

Summer Services: 8:30 and 10:30 am, Fellowship at 9:30 am.

308 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0334 www.mochamoosecoffeehouse.com “The” place to hang out in Historic Downtown Lake City and the San Juan’s most unique coffee house. Espresso/coffee, teas, fruit smoothies, breakfast burritos and much more! Food items available to go for your daily excursions. Charming outdoor patio.

First Baptist Church 401 N Bluff St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2739 www.fblakecity.org “Standing Tall on Bluff Street,” we welcome everyone for worship and fellowship. Call or check our website for seasonal Sunday School and worship times.

Grace Fellowship 805 N. Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2732 www.gracelakecity.org “Come as you are” and worship with us at Grace Fellowship, a non-denominational church. Sunday services at the Alpine Gateway Center, 8:30 and 10 am in the Summer, 10 am offseason.

Mean Jean’s Internet Coffee Shop 205 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0302 www.meanjeanscoffee.com meanjeanscoffee@gmail.com A family owned shop providing coffee, espresso, tea, smoothies, wine, beer, food and free internet. We’re proud to feature live music, great atmosphere, and quality products.

Open year round.

Community Organizations Lake City DIRT Above the Miners & Merchants Bank POB 973 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-DIRT (3478) www.lakecitydirt.com ed@lakecitydirt.com A Colorado Main Street program, Lake City DIRT provides marketing and promotional events in Historic Lake City, runs the community Youth Corps, and works to revitalize our downtown through historic preservation and improvements.

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Community Organizations, Computer Services, Day Care, Electricians, Entertainment

Community Organizations continued

Computer Services

LC/HC Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center

Lake City Computer Solutions

800 Gunnison Ave • POB 430 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2527 800-569-1874 www.lakecity.com chamber@lakecity.com

951 Hwy 149, Suite 300 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-5000 www.lakecitycomputersolutions.com info@lakecitycomputersolutions.com

Lake City/Hinsdale County Chamber of Commerce is to promote tourism and economic development by assisting local businesses as well as serving as an information center.

Lake City Computer Solutions is your local source for reliable and fast computer services. With over 30 years of serving businesses and individuals, we have the experience to meet your troubleshooting, networking, website, and upgrade needs.

Lake City Snowmobile Club

Day Care

PO Box 591 Lake City, CO 81235 www.lakecitysnowmobileclub.com lcsnowmobileclub@centurytel.net The club maintains over 100 miles of multi-use trails along the Continental Divide. Trails lead to breathtaking views, North Clear Creek Falls, and great powder. Sponsor of the annual balloon festival each February.

Lake Fork Community Foundation PO Box 322 Lake City, CO 81235 www.LakeForkCF.org lfcf@LakeForkCF.org

Wee Care Childcare Center 425 N. Henson Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0106 www.weecare.info weecare4kids@gmail.com Wee Care’s Mission is to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children of Lake City, Colorado, enabling parents to be gainfully employed. Wee Care is the only state approved day care in Hinsdale County, Colorado.

Electricians Lake Fork Electric

The Lake Fork Community Foundation is a 501(c)3 Private Operating Foundation which solicits and receives donations including funds undesignated or designated for specific organizations.

Find out more at www.LakeForkCF.org.

Lake Fork Valley Conservancy

License # 30209 POB 831 Lake City, CO 81235 970-275-8833 braddoughty2@yahoo.com

PO Box 123 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-5382 (LFVC) www.lfvc.org info@lfvc.org

Lake Fork Electric is Lake City’s only locally owned and operated electrical business. We can meet all of your residential and commercial electrical needs. We pride ourselves in prompt and reliable service even during after hours. Fully licensed and insured.

The Lake Fork Valley Conservancy is a nonprofit organization that seeks to sustain and enhance the environmental and rural character of the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River through education, restoration and stewardship.

Entertainment and Live Music

Pioneer Jubilee Women’s Club 219B Silver St. (behind Artist Collective) Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2368 www.pjwclakecity.org pjwc@centurytel.net PJWC is open to all women, seasonal and full time residents.

Meeting the first Wednesday of the month at 11:30 am, our primary purpose is social fund raising to benefit our community.

Moseley Arts Center 300 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2706 box office: 970-944-2710 www.lakecityarts.org Offering a variety of music, theatrical productions, visual art exhibits, dances, youth programs and much more. Located at Third and Silver Street. Open 1-4 pm weekdays in the summer for ticket sales and free art exhibits in the gallery.

Stinger Band 809 N Hwy 149 • Lake City, CO 81235 • 970-944-0354

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Fly Fishing Outfitters & Guides continued Entertainment, Fly Fishing Outfitters & Guides, Graphic/Web Design

Dan’s Fly Shop

Sportsman’s Backyard 173 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2525 www.sportsmanstexaco.com sportsmanstexaco@centurytel.net

723 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2281 www.dansflyshop.com dansflyshop@lakecity.net As Colorado’s oldest originally owned fly shop, we are dedicated to providing the best in fly-fishing to both old pros and beginners. Stop by for free knot tying, fly-casting instruction, or fishing recommendations. Arrange a guided trip designed just for you with one of our exceptional guides. Equipment provided.

New this season: covered walls around deck for comfortable dining. Family atmosphere, nightly specials and karaoke nights.

Dinner 6 nights weekly. Appetizers, BBQ, burgers, catfish, and the best steaks at the best prices. Beer and wine. Located behind Sportsman’s BBQ Station. Find us, it’s worth it. Also, check out our website for concert events throughout the summer.

Fly Fishing Outfitters & Guides Three Rivers Resort & Outfitting 130 County Rd. 742 Almont, CO 970-641-1303 888-761-3474 www.3riversresort.com email@3riversresort.com Willowfly Anglers, our fly fishing service, is the only Orvis endorsed outfitter in the area. We offer walk/wade and float trips for all levels. Try one of our private leases for the ultimate experience. We’ll meet you in Lake City or visit our full service shop in Almont, 10 miles north of Gunnison.

The Sportsman Outdoors & Fly Shop 238 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2526 www.lakecitysportsman.com info@lakecitysportsman.com Everything for the fly fishing trip of a lifetime – experienced guides, custom planning. Pro Shop! Trips tailored to suit the needs of each angler. We give directions, fix lunch, and outfit you with waders, rods, reels, flies, and more. We offer a variety of schools, clinics, and instruction: beginners to advanced, special classes for women and children. Never more than one guide per 3 guests. Best quality equipment. Advance bookings encouraged, walk-ins welcome. Free weekly clinics in summer.

Graphic and Web Design

GRAPHIC A n g e l a P. H o l l i n g s w o r t h

C R E AT I V E D E S I G N we b de s i gn • bus i ne s s ide nt it y • pr int ing

970-944-0350

www.aphcreativedesign.com

Lake City, CO

APH creative design 630 Henson St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0350 www.aphcreativedesign.com

Website development, graphic design, printing, and advertising services. Reasonable rates, budget minded.

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Health Care continued

Government, Grocery Store, Health Care, Home Design, Horseback Riding

Government Hinsdale County

Hinsdale County Public Health

317 N Henson St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2225 www.hinsdalecountycolorado.us

304 W. Third St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0321

Hinsdale County provides law enforcement, treasurer, assessor, clerk, public health, land use, building, environmental, administrative, road maintenance, waste management, snow grooming, emergency, coroner and veterans services for the community.

A three-member board of county commissioners meets on the first and third Wednesdays each month. Visitor, homeowner, and full time resident questions, comments and suggestions are welcome.

Town of Lake City 230 N Bluff St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2333 www.townoflakecity.us The Town of Lake City protects, maintains and enhances our sense of community, historical heritage and mountain environment.

Contact us for more information about historic preservation guidelines, building in Lake City, sign permits, water and sanitation service, parks, liquor licenses, bear-resistant trash cans, recreation programs, the Lake City Ski Hill, the Armory building, and more.

You will find a courteous staff willing to assist you with the following programs/services: immunizations, communicable disease prevention/control, senior and youth services, assistive services, food bank, access to Department of Human Services, health/wellness education, MRC - volunteer organization.

Home Design Mountain View Technical Services 133 Second St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2790 800-455-2107 970-812-7699 www.mvtshomedesign.com bob@mvtshomedesign.com Award winning designer of quality homes for the Lake City area since 1983. Home designs created for your site specific and lifestyle requirements. Member: American Institute of Building Design. Open year round.

Horseback Riding Outfitters

Grocery Store Country Store Grocery 916 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2387 countrystoremail@yahoo.com Beginning our 21st year serving Lake City with a full line of groceries, drug items, hand-cut steaks and homemade sandwiches.

Keith, Nancy, Cara & Kayla proprietors.

Health Care Lake City Area Medical Center 700 N Henson St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2331 www.lcamc.org lcamc@centurytel.net Lake City Area Medical Center provides comprehensive health care by a competent and caring staff. Primary care, urgent care, minor surgery, X-ray, sonogram and more. Ambulance available 24/7. For emergencies, dial 911.

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Redcloud Equestrian 6000 CR 30 • P.O. Box 130 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2625 www.campredcloud.org info@campredcloud.org Come alive with week-long summer camps in English and Western Horsemanship, Gymkhana (speed events), and even backcountry trail excursions. Camps run ages 8-18 and for all riding abilities. For adults, bring your group for a retreat with trail rides, training sessions, and games on horseback. Also, every Fall and Spring, participate in our Horse Show that’s fun for the whole family.

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Ice Cream Parlor

Vickers Ranch 162 S Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2249 www.vickersranch.net faithdan@earthlink.net Enjoy riding with experienced outfitters and guides since 1950.

2 hour rides, breakfast rides, fishing trip rides. All rides are guided. Fall guided outfitting for elk and deer. Reservations recommended.

227 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0500 fax: 970-944-2044 www.sanjuansodacompany.com sanjuansoda@gmail.com

Horseback Riding, Ice Cream Parlor, Insurance

San Juan Soda Company

Located in historic downtown Lake City across from the park.

We serve authentic old-fashioned ice cream sodas, fountain drinks, thick malts and shakes, and generously-sized scooped cones. Also browse through our gift section featuring fine quality handcrafted gifts not often found elsewhere. Open May 1st to early Oct.

Insurance

Cadwell Outfitters 7208 County Rd. 50 Powderhorn, CO 81243 970-641-2785 www.cadwelloutfitters.vpweb.com gricesc@bay.k12.fl.us Offering overnight horse pack trips through the La Garita Wilderness area to rustic lodge. Fishing, hiking, photography, western music and horseback riding provided during your stay.

Horseback rides also available for full day, half day, and hourly rates into the wilderness area. Modern cabins are also available on Cadwell Ranch.

The Insurance Center 951 N Hwy 149, Suite 700 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-8000 www.ins-center.com laura@ins-center.com Your local independent agent for all your insurance needs. Representing Acuity, Allied, Colorado Casualty, American Reliable, Travelers, Safeco, Progressive and more. Home, Auto, Business and Commercial. Contact Laura Sharpe, your local agent, for a free quote today. Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm and 9 am to 4 pm in the winter.

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Landscape and Lawn Care, Library, Liquor Stores, Lodges, Motels, Cabins and Ranches

Landscape and Lawn Care

Lodges, Motels, Cabins and Ranches

W. Wade Beisner PO Box 988 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-5008 Weekly lawn and landscape maintenance. Landscaping, trees, flower beds, tree work.

Library John Wagner Public Library 221 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2615

Castle Lakes Campground & Cabins

Liquor Stores

High Mountain Liquor 901 N. Main St. Gunnison, CO 81230 970-641-6304 If you can’t find your favorite libation in beautiful Lake City, stop in and save at High Mountain Liquor, conveniently across Hwy. 135 from City Market.

Since the 1980’s, High Mountain Liquor has offered the largest selection of fine wine, port, champagne, liquor and beer in the Gunnison Valley! Drive-thru and delivery service available and special orders are always WELCOME!!

8201 County Rd. 30 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2622 www.castlelakes.com Ten miles southwest of Lake City on the Alpine Loop, in a peaceful mountain valley. Fully equipped cabins and RVs to rent with a 3 night minimum stay. Two private pristine lakes for guest-only fishing. On site general store, recreation room, laundry and jeep rentals. Pet friendly. TV, kitchens, Visa/MC, non-smoking, wi-fi. 12 units. Minimum stay: 3 nights. Cabin Rate Range: $60-$195. Campground Rate Range: $24-$33 Season: May 15 - Oct 1.

Elkhorn Liquors 144 S. Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2424 elkhornliquors@centurytel.net Retail liquor store with a full line of liquor, beer & wine, specials everyday. Coldest beer in town! Best selection of Colorado micro-brews.

Silver Spur Liquors 301 S. Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2231

Elkhorn RV Resort & Cabins 713 N Bluff Street Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2920 • 512-689-5110 www.elkhornrvresort.com elkhornrvresort@yahoo.com Quiet, in-town location. Walk to shopping and dining. Six economical camper cabins (3 new in 2010), which sleep 4 to 6.

Next to sparkling rest rooms, showers, laundry. Bring your own linens. Each cabin has an outdoor grill. Free wi-fi. Complimentary coffee every morning while you watch entertaining wildlife.

Large community fire pit. 6 Units. Rates: $44-59. Season: May 1 - Oct 1.

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Lodges, Motels, Cabins and Ranches

Lodges, Motels, Cabins and Ranches

Lakeview Property Management, Inc.

Pleasant View Resort

PO Box 1117 Lake City, CO 81235 800-456-0170 • 970-944-2401 www.lakeview-inc.com • lakeviewproperty@gmail.com

549 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2262 www.pleasantviewresort.net • pleasant000@centurytel.net

We have vacation rentals of all kinds: cabins, condos & vacation homes! We have properties overlooking beautiful Lake San Cristobal as well as on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison. The properties range from small and cozy to large vacation homes.

Enjoy your vacation with us. 20 units. Minimum stay: 6 nights from mid-June to mid-Aug. (shorter stays subject to availability... please call to check) Rates: $130-350. Season: May 15-Oct 1.

Nine modern cabins with front porches and scenic views. We have an onsite playground to keep the kiddos busy while dinner is on the grill. We also feature offsite cabins, the Cabins at Legacy and the Aspen Grove Cabins. Sit and relax after a day of enjoying magnificent scenery, fishing stream and lakes, shopping the historic downtown or four-wheeling on one of the many trails. Jeep and ATV rentals on site. Book online through our website. Proprietors: Jim and Nita Arnold. 15 Units. Rates: $125-175. Season: May - Oct.

Matterhorn Mountain Motel & Cabins 409 Bluff St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2210 www.matterhornmotel.com • matterhorn.motel@gmail.com Welcoming Lake City visitors since 1949! Motel, cabins and condos. Updated, clean and comfortable accommodations.

Located hillside in a quiet location one block from downtown historic district. Walk to shops, restaurants, museum, arts center, parks, trails. Profiled in “Best of Colorado” by John Fielder.

King or queen beds. Hot tub. Non-smoking establishment, inside and out. Pre-approved dogs under 35 lbs. only. Reservations recommended. 16 units. Minimum stay in motel: holidays & special events only. Cabins or condos: 3 night minimum.

Rates: $89-150. Open all year.

Redcloud Family Camp and Retreat Center 6000 CR 30 • P.O. Box 130 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-4040 www.campredcloud.org • info@campredcloud.org Help your family “Come Alive” and come together! Join us this summer at a “Family Mountain Getaway” at Redcloud Ranch. We provide beautiful lodging, fabulous meals, mountain adventures, and great Bible teaching. Each family is assigned a personal host, for assistance with those active kiddos! Also, bring your retreat here in the spring and fall. For more information see www.campredcloud.org.

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Lodges, Motels, Cabins and Ranches continued

Backcountry Basecamp

Vickers Ranch 162 S Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2249 www.vickersranch.net faithdan@earthlink.net Family run since 1929, Vickers continues to offer an excellent vacation destination. We have 2, 3 & 4 bedroom cabins, horseback riding, jeep rentals, and private lake & stream fishing. Free wi-fi. Recreation hall and activities for your whole family or your family reunion. The Lake Fork River runs through our ranch. Pet friendly. 20 units. Min. stay: 2 nights. Rates: $155-355. Season: May-Oct

720 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0181 www.lakecitybasecamp.com lakecitybasecamp@yahoo.com Four bedroom, four bath, lodge-style accommodations. Three rooms with private baths, one bunk room with bathroom adjacent. Common kitchen and living areas. Rent rooms separately or rent the entire house; discounts for weekly rentals. Bunk room may be rented by the bunk or entire room. Wi-fi, DVD players & laundry facilities. 4 rooms. Rates: $20-79.

Cadwell Outfitters

Alpine Moose Lodge 1221 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 800-650-1221 970-944-2415 www.alpinemooselodge.com Best view of the mountains. Spacious and comfortable rooms.

Great food with two different restaurants. Open in winter, pizzeria and grill. In the summer open also as upscale dining. 24 units. Rates: $65-95. Lower units have no televisions.

Lost Trail Ranch 18100 FS Rd. 520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road) Creede, CO 81130 719-850-2525

San Juan Ranch 1001 FS Rd. 520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road) Creede, CO 81130 719-658-2214

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7208 County Rd. 50 Powderhorn, CO 81243 970-641-2785 www.cadwelloutfitters.vpweb.com gricesc@bay.k12.fl.us Offering overnight horse pack trips through the La Garita Wilderness area to rustic lodge. Fishing, hiking, photography, western music and horseback riding provided during your stay.

Horseback rides also available for full day, half day, and hourly rates into the wilderness area. Modern cabins are also available on Cadwell Ranch.

Wagon Wheel Cabins 249 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2664 • 817-457-8624 One & two bedroom, full housekeeping cabins. Most cabins have 3 rooms. Located across the street from the Sportsman and the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. Family owned and operated by Annette & Mark Moody.

Walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants. PO Box 216, Lake City, CO 81235. 14 units. Min. stay: 3 nights. Rates: $80-110. Season: May-Nov 16.

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Silver Spur Motel

331 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2282 • 866-204-6344 www.gmcabinslakecity.com www.coloradodirectory.com/gmcabins gmcabins@centurytel.net

301 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2231 • 800-499-9701 silspur@aol.com

Completely furnished cabins, including kitchens. Walk to downtown shops and restaurants. 2 blocks from river. One or two bedrooms, private baths and cable TV, Free WiFi. Outside grills, picnic tables and tree shaded sitting areas. All units are non-smoking and no pets. Deposits and multi-night stay are required for all reservations. Walk-ins welcome. 10 units. Rates: $100-165. Season: Mid May-mid Oct.

Lodges, Motels, Cabins and Ranches

G&M Cabins

Downtown, next to restaurants, shops, and Town Park. 14 rooms, some with kitchenettes. 1 and 2 bedrooms, all with queen beds, some with king. No pets, no smoking. Handicap accessible. 14 units. Rates: $79+ Season: May to mid-Oct.

Town Square Cabins & Mini Mart

Inn at the Lake PO Box 369 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2032 • 936-499-1323 www.innatthelake.org whitelock@shawus.com Awaken to quiet, fresh Rocky Mountain morning air where every room has a stunning view of Lake San Cristobal and the mountains beyond. Enjoy a bountiful breakfast in the lodge, followed by heartwarming devotions where hosts, David & Rosie Whitelock, welcome you with open arms and loving hearts.

10 rooms. Rates: $90+ Season: June-Sept.

Alpine Village 631 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2266 • 719-564-3912 www.alpinevillagecolorado.com Well maintained, quiet cabins, convenient to town, park, shopping, restaurants, hiking, 4-wheel drive trails, fishing and more.

11 units. Rates: $85+ Season: June - Oct 30.

231 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2236 • Toll free 877-944-2236 info@townsquarecabins.com www.townsquarecabins.com 8 historic cabins built around 1940, arranged as a motorcourt.

Cabins have kitchenettes, modern plumbing, cable TV, laundromat available. Mini-mart is on site with groceries, snacks, outdoor supplies, ice cream, fuel and free 24 hour air. Located beside Town Park and downtown. Mountains, river, walking paths are all within walking distance. 8 units. Minimum stay: 2 nights. Rates: $80-99.

Texan Resort 860 County Rd. 142 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2246 toll free 877-220-1179 www.texanresort.com info@texanresort.com A pristine, rough-hewn American cabin village with a river running through it. Scenic riverfront property with old-fashioned hospitality, a playground, volleyball court, half outdoor basketball court, outdoor grills and private fishing.

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Lodges, Motels, Cabins and Ranches, Miniature Golf, Museums and Historic Tours, Newspaper, Outfitters - Hunting Guides

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Miniature Golf Alpine Mini Golf 630 S Gunnison Ave 970-944-2300 We are Lake City’s only golf course of any size featuring an 18 hole miniature golf course. Clubs and golf balls are included in the price of a game. Fun for the whole family!

Museums and Historic Tours Westwood Resort

Hard Tack Mine Tours & Museum

413 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2205 www.westwoodresortlc.com Historic cabin court consisting of nine housekeeping cabins ranging from one bedrooms to two bedrooms. Each cabin has a full kitchen and private bathroom. Resort is located within short walking distance of historic downtown, shopping, restaurants, parks, and trout streams. Rates range from $65-100 per night.

Discounts available. 9 units. Rates: $65-100. Season: June 1 Oct 1.

On the Lake 107 County Rd. 33/ POB 847 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-5229 • winter: 386-559-1013 onthelakelc@aol.com Fish from your back door. Only cabins on the shores of Lake San Cristobal. Sleeps four. Fireplaces in living rooms, full kitchens and cable television and internet. Boat furnished.

Rates: $145.

County Rd. 20 (Henson Creek) Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2506 970-275-0247 www.hardtackmine.com hardtackmine@centurytel.net The Hard Tack Mine brings the unique history of mining to life.

Join us for underground mine tours, exhibits packed with mining history and machinery and a fantastic underground gift shop brimming with treasures. Open 7 days a week June - September; winters by appointment.

Hinsdale County Museum 130 N Silver St. • POB 353 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2050 www.lakecitymuseum.com info@lakecitymuseum.com Open May-August, tours to educate the public on the history of our community. Special events and tours are unique and of interest to all ages.

Lake City Resort

Newspaper

307 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2866 970-596-7183 www.lakecityresort.com cheri@lakecityresort.com

Silver World Newspaper

Located on quiet south end of town close to everything. Pets allowed with fee. Military discounts offered for active and reserves. Very clean. Eight cottages and suites.

Open May 1 to Nov 15. Rates $64-119

Official weekly news-journal of Lake City and Hinsdale County.

Local happenings, photography, historical features. Subscriptions are $30 in Hinsdale County and $40 elsewhere. Digital subscriptions available.

Oleo Guest Ranch

Outfitters - Hunting Guides

18 miles S. on Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 830-336-4370 www.oleoranch.com info@oleoranch.com Located high in the Colorado mountains, surrounded by wilderness areas. New, fully furnished 2 to 4 bedroom log cabins, wood-burning fire-places, excellent fishing, hiking and hunting.

Call or email for reservations. 7 units. Rates: $165-$290+ Season: June-Oct

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231 N Silver St. #2 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2515 www.lakecitysilverworld.com • silverw@centurytel.net

Lake City Outfitters 303-775-6241 970-419-0641 www.lakecityoutfitters.com toddredder@gmail.com Guided elk and deer hunting on horseback in a designated wilderness area. Much of the hunting is conducted in the spectacular scenery above timberline through a combination of calling and spot and stalk techniques. Very high opportunity and success rates.

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RC Outfitters PO Box 338 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0700 www.rcoutfitters.com hunt@rcoutfitters.com Experience an authentic back country elk or mule deer hunt in the majestic San Juans. Your fully guided hunt will include seasoned riding and pack horses, a comfortable base camp or spike camp, experienced guides and support crew, and hearty meals.

Mineral Mountain Outfitters 8568 County Rd. 50 Powderhorn, CO 81243 970-641-2673 www.mineralmountainoutfitters.com mnmtnoutfitters@msn.com We are in the business of providing scenic pack-trips, exciting trail-rides and productive hunting trips. We have quality horses and welcome all levels of experience on our trail rides and pack trips. Hunting season services for elk, mule deer, archery, black powder and rifle hunts in Colorado’s Game Units 66 & 67.

Pet Care Creede Animal Clinic 24251 Hwy 149 Creede 719-658-2614

The Pottin’ Shed / Oso Ocho Gifts 324B Fourth St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0280 cell: 970-209-2855 www.thepottinshed.com thepottinshed@hotmail.com

Outfitters - Hunting Guides, Pet Care, Plant Nurseries, Plumbing & Heating Contractors, Professional Artist

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Locally grown, high altitude, hardy perennials and annuals.

Beautiful baskets, containers, and garden gifts. Check out the living roof, the tea garden or just enjoy the porch with Kathleen, Anne and Amy. Whimsical, fun and unique gifts; jewelry; camo for men, women and children and other interesting clothing.

Plumbing & Heating Contractors A to Z Services, Inc.

Tomichi Pet Care Center

PO Box 61 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0222 Fax: 970-944-0406 frankandlynnolson@yahoo.com

106 S 11th St. Gunnison 970-641-2460

Plant Nurseries Loose Arrow Nursery Landscape & Design 187 S Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2759 Consultation-Reasonable-Guaranteed. Annuals, perennials, hanging baskets & flowering pots.

Shrubs, trees, bushes, with all landscaping materials available for your gardening projects. Garden art as well as gifts to compliment your deck and yard. Serving the area for 29 years.

Master Gardener.

Plumbing & heating contractors with over 60 years combined experience. Licensed and insured. Call us for all your installation & maintenance needs.

Professional Artist Jane E. Jones Art Studio Lake City, CO 970-944-2794 Dallas: 972-407-1566 www.janejonesart.com jane@janejonesart.com Artist Jane Jones’ local scenes range from impressionistic to abstract, incorporating mountain scenes, buildings, trees, rocks, and water landscapes. Working mainly in watercolor, her usual work features vibrant color and fluid abstraction. “I believe in listening to your own voice. Your own voice takes time to find... then you must find a technique that is best and suits your vision.”

Commissions welcome. See Janes new work at the Lake City Art Gallery at 325 Silver St. Lake City CO 81235.

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Publishing Company

Real Estate

Publishing Company, Rafting Tours, Real Estate

Western Reflections Publishing Company 951 N Hwy 149, Broadaxe Business Center Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0110 www.westernreflectionspublishing.com Preserving Colorado and Western history - the works we publish represent our love and respect for the land that nurtures that very spirit of humanity: life lived with strength and grace.

Rafting Tours

A Mountain Home Real Estate, LLC

Scenic River Tours, Inc. 703 W. Tomichi Ave Gunnison, CO 81230 970-641-3131 www.scenicrivertours.com info@scenicrivertours.com

321 N. Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-6637 www.amountainhome.net freda@amountainhome.net We are a full service real estate agency, here in the heart of the beautiful San Juan Mountains. Do you have land or a home for sale? Looking to buy a vacation home or investment property?

Perhaps you are a developer and need help finding that perfect piece of real estate to realize your vision. We can help you with it all.

Whether it’s a 2 hour float trip, an all day whitewater adventure, a fishing trip, or a rock climbing outing, SRT will show you a safe, quality outing with a personal touch. Lake Fork, Gunnison & Taylor Rivers. Beginner to advanced options. Call us to book your adventure. New zip line tours. Licensed, bonded, insured and FUN!

Three Rivers Resort & Outfitting 130 County Rd. 742 Almont, CO 970-641-1303 • 888-761-3474 www.3riversresort.com email@3riversresort.com Raft on the Lake Fork, Taylor or Gunnison Rivers. Choose scenic floats or whitewater fun. Try one of our unique dinner float trips from Almont to Garlic Mike’s restaurant in Gunnison. Fly fishing and kayak trips also available. See our listing under fly fishing.

Restaurant and cabins also on site.

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Hall Realty, Inc. 269 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-8100 www.hallrealty.net info@hallrealty.net Professional, trusted and experienced since 1978. Hall Realty offers a complete variety of properties in and around the Lake City area. Whether you are searching for a home, ranch, business or parcels of vacant land, we can help make your dream of owning mountain property a reality. We also offer vacation rental homes.

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Royal Elk Realty

Vickers Horse River Ranch

220 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-7777 • 970-209-3352 www.royalelkrealty.com dave@royalelkrealty.com

162 S Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2249 970-275-2382 www.vickershorseriverranch.net

Helping you make your Rocky Mountain dreams come true.

Professional Real Estate Services for both Buyers and Sellers.

Member of MLS, serving Hinsdale and Gunnison counties.

Offering homes, cabins, ranches, historic properties, vacant land, residential lots, waterfront properties, mining claims, and commercial properties. When it comes to service...”The Difference is Caring!” For more information, contact Lake City’s hometown broker.

Now available in 2011! Enjoy owning your own mountain getaway. The cabins are set amongst 67 acres with lots of room to play. Cabins are spaced allowing for expansion all along the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. Rentals allowed, HOA, private fishing, storage available, owner financing.

Crooked Creek 1030 Churchill Lane Roswell, GA 300075 970-944-5050 www.crookedcreekcolorado.com Crooked Creek is an unparalleled mountain community that captures the essence of Colorado. This unique property offers home sites with majestic views of Bristol Head mountain and is located in the upper Rio Grande Valley between Lake City and Creede.

Team Murphy Realty, LLC 201 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-5050 www.teammurphyrealty.com info@teammurphyrealty.com Team Murphy Realty is a locally owned family business with roots in Lake City and the Lake Fork Valley since 1976. We take pride in our knowledge of the area. If you are looking for that perfect mountain cabin, dream home or second home, your own private stretch of river, or that ever-elusive mountain ranch, stop by and meet our Team: the Murphy’s. “We Have Perfect Property For Your Favorite Season.”

United Country Blue Moose Realty 1101 Ocean Wave Drive Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-LAKE (5253) 970-376-2384 www.unitedcountry.com info@bluemooserealty.com Friendly, professional, year-round real estate services. Specializing in rural properties, featuring a national marketing program. Contact us for information on residential listings, mountain homes, ranches, acreage, home sites and commercial properties for sale throughout southwestern Colorado.

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Recreation Tours & Guides

Recreation Tours & Guides: Scenic, 4WD (Jeep & ATV), Snowmobile, Hiking, Snowshoeing, and Rock Climbing

Scenic River Tours, Inc.

Lake City Auto & Sports Center 809 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2311 www.lakecityauto.com lakecityauto@lakecity.net Guided snowmobile tours and unguided snowmobiles and trailers for rent for over 30 years. Ride the divide with experienced guides. National Forest lands involved. Beginners welcome.

Single and double passenger snowmobiles available; clothing and helmets included. Authorized Polaris and Skidoo snowmobile sales & service. We accept all major credit cards.

703 W. Tomichi Ave Gunnison, CO 81230 970-641-3131 www.scenicrivertours.com info@scenicrivertours.com Whether it’s a 2 hour float trip, an all day whitewater adventure, a fishing trip, or a rock climbing outing, SRT will show you a safe, quality outing with a personal touch. Lake Fork, Gunnison & Taylor Rivers. Beginner to advanced options. New zip line tours. Call us to book your adventure. Licensed, bonded, insured and FUN!

San Juan Scenic Jeep Tours 888-624-8403 970-325-0089 www.sanjuanjeeptours.com Experience high mountain, cliff-hanging mining roads with guides of Colorado’s oldest 4x4 open air tour company. “We drive...You look!” See why National Geographic, CBS, Jeep Journal, and the Washington Post did! Snowcat and snowmobile tours, backcountry skiing, zip lines, guided fishing, and more!

Associate Members Roger & Mary Aymami George & Mary Ann Flynn Ryan Morrow

The Sportsman Outdoors & Fly Shop 238 S. Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2526 www.lakecitysportsman.com info@lakecitysportsman.com If you really want to see the mountains, take a high-adventure scenic tour in our comfortable 4x4 vehicles. Or climb the mountain tops and deep canyons on guided hikes and snowshoe trips. Scenic 4x4 tours and guided hikes run May through October! Snowshoe trips operate all winter! Shuttle services are also available to any area trailhead. Advanced bookings encouraged; walk-ins welcome. Trips include lunch; fees based on tour selected.

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Erik Niemeyer Steve & Susie Robinson Therese Ryan Robert & Mary Stigall The Mothership, LLC Durell & Helen Thompson Nancy Zeller

Recreation Rentals: Jeep, ATV, Bikes, Boats, & Camping Gear

Lake City Auto & Sports Center

8201 County Rd. 30 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2622 www.castlelakes.com

809 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2311 www.lakecityauto.com • lakecityauto@lakecity.net

Rent a 2 or 4 door Jeep here! Experience the awe inspiring Alpine Loop National Back Country Byway. Climb Cinnamon & Engineer Passes, visit ghost towns along the way, or find that secluded fishing hole. Multiple day discounts available.

Late model Jeep Wranglers. 5-7 passenger vehicles, 4-door jeeps, soft and hard top jeeps available. Standard and automatic transmissions available. Ask about special rates on multiple day rentals. See breathtaking views from mountain passes from as high as 13,000 ft. through the scenic San Juan Mountains.

Maps provided and we accept all major credit cards.

Colorado ATV Rentals at the Pleasant View Resort 549 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2262 / 877-641-3525 www.pleasantviewresort.net pleasant000@centurytel.net

Experience the best ATV trails in Colorado. Pick up and ride from Pleasant View Resort. Access the Alpine Loop including Engineer Pass, Animas Forks, and Cinnamon Pass. Get into the best of Colorado’s backcountry. One and two seat Polaris models with automatic transmissions. Full and half day rentals.

Helmets and insurance provided.

Recreation Rentals: Jeep, ATV, Bikes, Boats, & Camping Gear

Castle Lakes Jeep Rentals

Rocky Mountain Jeep Rental at Pleasant View Resort 549 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2262 www.pleasantviewresort.net • pleasant000@centurytel.net Late model 2 & 4 door Jeep Wranglers, Colorado Edition. Take an unforgettable Jeep trip over the Alpine Loop and neighboring vistas. Visit Colorado’s most spectacular sights: American Basin, Cinnamon & Engineer Pass, Animas Forks, Silverton, Carson & Whitmore Falls. Ghost towns and incredible views abound and our Jeeps will get you there. All of our Jeeps are soft tops, automatic transmission, air conditioned, lifted and have upgraded mountain tires.

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Recreation Rentals: Jeep, ATV, Bikes, Boats, & Camping Gear

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San Juan Adventures

Vickers Ranch Jeep Rental

809 N Highway 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-ATVS (2887) sanjuanadventures@lakecity.net

162 S Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2249 www.vickersranch.net faithdan@earthlink.net

Half and full-day unguided ATV rentals. Insurance, helmet, map and a “SPOT” satellite transmitter provided. Available 1 to 2 seat Polaris ATVs, Side X Side Razors/Crew Cabs. Maintained and serviced through the local certified Polaris ATV dealer.

Late model 2 & 4 door Jeep Wranglers. Standard and automatic, daily and multi-day rates. Competitive rates. Credit cards accepted.

Highlander RV Campground & Jeep Rental

The Sportsman Outdoors & Fly Shop 238 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2526 www.lakecitysportsman.com info@lakecitysportsman.com Equipment rentals and sales for boating, biking, camping, fly fishing, fishing, snowshoeing, and winter sports always available. Full-day, half-day, multi-day pricing. Our top-quality products are new or nearly-new to ensure that your outdoor experience is a great one. Fly rods, spin/bait rods, reels, waders, boats, bicycles, tents, sleeping bags/pads, backpacks, stoves, lighting products, snowshoes, ice skates, back country skis, and more.

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3445 County Rd. 30 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2878 • 888-580-4636 www.highlandercampground.com hilander@gunnison.com Experience the best Colorado has to offer, in comfort, in our 2 or 4 door late-model Jeep Wranglers. We offer the best deal in town, with additional discounts for multi-day rentals. Free color map provided.

Restaurants

Restaurants

Lake City Bakery 922 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2613 970-209-1219

Sportsman’s BBQ Station 173 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2525 210-807-0440 www.sportsmanstexaco.com sportsmanstexaco@centurytel.net

Celebrating 24 years in Lake City. Finest baked goods in the Rockies. Breads, pastries, cookies, cakes and pies. Freshbaked breads daily, no preservatives! Special orders welcome for birthdays, anniversaries and parties. Have breakfast on the bakery deck. Steve, Stacy, Nicholas and Mallory Mikeska.

Amazing Texas-style BBQ: brisket, chicken, pork ribs, pulled pork, brisket tacos, and stuffed baked potatoes. Homemade sides of coleslaw, potato salad, and beans also compliment the best burgers in town. Top it all off with a dip or two of Bluebell ice cream. We have eight flavors in stock. In a hurry, come in for some beef jerky - great for the trail or fishing. Family owned and operated.

Restless Spirits Saloon 300 Third St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0300 www.restlessspiritssaloon.com Our name may say saloon but we also have a full service restaurant that is kid friendly. Open late seven days a week with an extensive wine and beer selection. Check our website for our menu, and our wine and beer selections available.

Bruno’s Restaurant & Grill

Poker Alice

1221 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2415

188 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-4100 www.pokeralice.org • info@pokeralice.org

Bruno’s Restaurant offers Lake City the finest upscale dining experience. Dinner only: reservation required. Bruno’s Grill is down to earth, everyday food at great prices. Fresh baked pizza; dine-in or take-out. Lunch and dinner: walk-ins welcome.

Your hosts: Frederika & Chef Bruno.

Cannibal Grill

Smoke Shaque BBQ

310 N Silver St. 970-944-4144

Gunnison Ave 970-944-1060

Southern Vittles

Tic Toc Diner

200A N Silver Street 970-944-2010

135 S Gunnison Ave 970-944-0444

Rated “Best in Lake City.” Scrumptious sandwiches, crisp green salad, stone-baked pizzas, hand-rolled calzones and yummy desserts. Espresso and gourmet coffees. Open at 11 am; closed on Sundays.

Soup Kitchen 808 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-7687 (SOUP) Featuring an “All You Can Eat” soup and bread buffet, unique sandwiches, salads, desserts, “take and bake” casseroles, soup by the jar, catering. Summer hours: 11a - 8:30p.

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RV Parks and Private Campgrounds

RV Parks and Private Campgrounds

Castle Lakes Campground & Cabins 8201 County Rd. 30 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2622 www.castlelakes.com Peaceful forest setting with full hook-ups, pop-up, and tent sites in a wooded or community type setting. Great showers, restrooms and laundry facilities. Two private pristine lakes for guest-only fishing. On-site general store, recreation room, movies and jeep rentals. Ride your OHV from your site right onto the trails. 10 miles SW of lake City. Visa/MC. Dogs permitted. Wi-fi. 45 RV sites. 50 tent sites. 12 cabins. Electric: 20/30/50. Water/sewer. Pets OK. Credit cards. Showers open to public, $. Public laundry. Wi-fi. Rates: $24-33. Long term rates. Season: May 15-Oct 1. Accessible.

Elkhorn RV Resort & Cabins 713 N Bluff Street Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2920 512-689-5110 www.elkhornrvresort.com elkhornrvresort@yahoo.com Quiet, in town location. Walk to shopping and dining. Full hook-up RV sites with 30/50 amps. Âź mile away from Alpine loop, ATV-riding and public fishing. Free cable and wi-fi. Complimentary coffee every morning as you watch the entertaining wildlife. Six camper cabins, grassy tent sites, community fire pit, sparkling showers and laundry. 22 RV sites. 10 tent sites.

6 cabins. Electric: 30/50. Water/sewer. Pets OK. Credit cards. Public showers $. Public laundry. TV hookup. Wi-fi.

Rates: $33-37. Long term rates. Season: May 1-Oct 1.

Henson Creek RV Park 131 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2394 www.hensoncreek.com hensoncreekrvpark@yahoo.com

Highlander RV Campground & Jeep Rental 3445 County Rd. 30 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2878 Toll free: 888-580-4636 www.highlandercampground.com hilander@gunnison.com Nestled in a forest with our own mountain spring waterfall, near Lake San Cristobal, and overlooking the Lake Fork River. Large, level full-hookup sites with 20/30/50 amp electric, water, sewer, free cable and wi-fi, picnic table and fire ring. Showers and laundry open to the public. 26 RV sites. 26 Tent sites. Electric: 20/30/50. Water/sewer. Pets OK. Credit cards. Showers, open to public, $. Public laundry. TV hookups. Wi-fi. Rates: $32. Long term rates. Season: May 15-Oct 15.

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Henson Creek RV Park is located at Henson Creek and Hwy 149 at Mile Marker 72. We have 28 full hookups with cable and wi-fi. 28 RV sites. Electric: 30 amp. Water/sewer. Pets OK. Public showers. Public laundry. TV hookup. Wi-fi. Rates: $37+ Long term rates. Season: June 1-Sept 30.

Woodlake Park PO Box 400 2690 S. Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 800-201-2694 summer 970-944-2283 www.woodlakeparkcolorado.com Friendly! Fun! Spacious sites! On river! Beautiful! Tents! Small rigs! Big rigs! Cabins, big or small! Alpine Loop! Silver Thread!

Try us, you’ll be back! 30 RV sites. 30 tent sites. 4 cabins. Pets OK. TV hookups. Wi-fi. Rates: $28-$100+. Season: June 1 Sept 30.

Saloon

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301 Third Street Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0204 Locally owned and operated, the Depot Saloon is home to all your favorite libations, weekly pool tournaments, darts, foosball, live music and good times. We even let you throw your peanut shells on the floor! Open year-round, 7 days a week, 4 pm to 2 am.

Salons & Massage Keep In Touch Massage & Salon 184 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-4101 coloradosummer@hotmail.com

Oso Ocho Gifts/The Pottin’ Shed

Saloon, Salons & Massage, School, Secretarial Services, Shopping

The Depot Saloon

324B Fourth St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0280 cell: 970-209-2855 www.thepottinshed.com osoochogifts@hotmail.com Whimsical, fun and unique gifts; jewelry; camo for men, women and children and other interesting clothing. Locally grown, high altitude, hardy perennials and annuals. Beautiful baskets, containers, and garden gifts. Check out the living roof, the tea garden or just enjoy the porch with Kathleen, Anne and Amy.

Massage offerings: Swedish, deep tissue, Asian bodywork, reflexology. Salon offerings: manicure, pedicure, facial, cuts, color, foil highlights, assorted hair, skin and nutritional products.

School Hinsdale County School District RE-1 614 N Silver St. PO Box 39 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2314 www.lakecityschool.org Hinsdale County School District RE-1 educates students preschool-12th grade in Lake City Community School. To learn more about our school please call Superintendent Dr. Karen Thormalen or come by the school for a visit!

Secretarial Services My Office 213 N Henson St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0249 myoffice@centurytel.net Secretarial services for residents and visitors. Fax, photocopying, bookkeeping, notary service, message center & answering service and more! Open year round, Monday-Friday.

The Sportsman Outdoors & Fly Shop 238 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2526 www.lakecitysportsman.com info@lakecitysportsman.com Lake City’s premiere outdoor store since 1955! We specialize in clothing and equipment for all of your backcountry activities, including fly/fishing, hiking, camping, biking, boating, snowshoeing, and more. Clothes and shoes for men, women, and children. We feature gifts, kids toys and even homemade fudge.

Sales and rental of outdoor gear for every type of activity. Tours and trips for fly fishing, scenic 4x4 adventures, hiking, and snowshoeing. Even a fly fishing pro shop!

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Shopping

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Dan’s Fly Shop

Timberline Craftsman

723 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2281 www.dansflyshop.com dansflyshop@lakecity.net

225 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2334

Dan has celebrated 50 continuous years of unequaled fly fishing expertise. He offers quality custom built rods, hand tied flies, expertly selected accessories, clothing, experienced guides, and extensive access to public and private water. Come join us as we begin the next 50 years of fishing fun. Rentals available.

“Bringing the outdoors in.” Offering the best in maps, books, and crafted gifts, featuring the exclusive Sportsman’s Map, a 50-mile radius of Lake City showing hiking & jeeping trails; public & private lands. Rocks & minerals; wild choke cherry jelly, local honey, & children’s corner with educational books, toys. A green shop inside & out.

Back Country Navigator 131 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-6277 970-596-1629 www.bcnavigator.com

Slumgullion Gift Gallery 401 N Gunnison Ave & Fourth St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2623 larkin@slumgullionecotrade.com

Bookworm Books, Maps & Gifts

A cornucopia of gifts, from the whimsical to the sublime, awaits you in this historic, two story brick garage on Fourth Street. We feature unique treasures from home & abroad.

Artists Collective

Sage & Timber

219 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-497-0887

312 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-4111

Silver Spur Gifts

Books, maps and gifts to enhance your enjoyment of the area. We have art supplies, hiking & jeeping guides, kids’ books and toys and gifts for everyone. Special order books sent directly to your home. Come on in.

301 N Gunnison Ave 970-944-2231

World of Gem Creations

Silver Lynx

329 N Silver Street 970-944-2722

306 N Silver St. 970-944-3019

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211 N. Main St., Gunnison, CO 81230 970-641-3693 When in Gunnison, visit the Bookworm. Large selection of Colorado gifts, books, maps, games and travel puzzles to take home with you! Local authors and Made in Colorado products. Local favorite since the 1980’s. Join us on FB.

Russ Brown Gallery 223 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-5009 The most unique art gallery and working studio in Colorado.

Featuring the extraordinary art of Russ Brown who paints an extensive variety of planes, cars, Colorado landscapes and wildlife. All paintings are affordable originals, commissions by request, open year round.

Title Insurance & Closings

Mangum Pottery

Hinsdale Title Company

206 Silver Street Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-1299 lammangum@gmail.com www.mangumpotterylc.com

324 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2614

Frank and Linda Mangum create a variety of glaze schemes to complement a unique selection of functional and decorative slab built stoneware pottery.

Trash Pick-up Utah’s Sanitation, Inc. PO Box 837 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2453 jhearn@centurytel.net

Lake City Shirt Company 307 N Silver St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-5004 Quality embroidered & printed T-shirts, sweatshirts, coats, and jackets, with Lake City-themed designs. Gifts and souvenirs from Lake City, including plush animals, mugs, and shot glasses.

The General Store 252 S Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2513 • 970-944-2963 kroose@centurytel.net

“You Make It, We Take it.”

Providing trash pickup service throughout Lake City, upper Lake Fork Valley, and Powderhorn.

Residential pickup and commercial dumpster service. Reasonable rates, monthly or weekly pickup. 20 years of service to the community.

Shopping, Snowmobile Repairs, Title Insurance & Closings, Trash Pick-up, Utilities & Propane

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Utilities & Propane

We have everything you need clothes, hardware, housewares, office supply, cards, gifts, paint, books, maps, camping and fishing gear. Open all year. Summer hours: 9 am - 8 pm, Monday Saturday.

Snowmobile Repairs Lake City Auto & Sports Center 809 N Hwy 149 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2311 www.lakecityauto.com • lakecityauto@lakecity.net Guided snowmobile tours and unguided snowmobiles and trailers for rent for over 30 years. Ride the divide with experienced guides. National Forest lands involved. Beginners welcome.

Single and double passenger snowmobiles available; clothing and helmets included. Authorized Polaris and Skidoo snowmobile sales & service. We accept all major credit cards.

Charlie’s Snowmobile Repair and Service

Local Warming, LLC PO Box 128 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-1018 cell 832-563-5933 www.lakecitypropane.com odell@lakecitypropane.com Locally owned and operated by Odell and Josha Smith. We offer competitive pricing with professional, personalized 24/7/365 service emphasizing your safety as our highest priority. A few products and services: residential, commercial and RV propane delivery, new and refurbished tanks, gas appliance installation, remote tank monitoring, etc. Safe…

Warm…Professional…Local…Service.

970-944-0368

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Vacation Home Rentals

Vacation Home Rentals

Barber’s Bungalow

Lakeview Property Management, Inc.

531 Hotchkiss St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-1161 www.stayinlakecity.com bb@stayinlakecity.com

PO Box 1117 Lake City, CO 81235 800-456-0170 970-944-2401 www.lakeview-inc.com lakeviewproperty@gmail.com

Barber’s Bungalow is big enough for the whole family! With 5 bedrooms, a loft, bunk area, and 3 bathrooms, our cabin will sleep 12 people. There’s even a baby crib. Located close to town with a beautiful large, fenced-in yard. There’s also a private RV spot. Live outdoors on our wrap-around deck as each day offers new wildlife, stars and sounds to enjoy. Minimum stay: 5 nights. Rates: $300/night.

We have vacation rentals of all kinds: cabins, condos & vacation homes! We have properties overlooking beautiful Lake San Cristobal as well as on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison. The properties range from small and cozy to large vacation homes.

Enjoy your vacation with us. 20 units. Minimum stay: 6 nights from mid-June to mid-Aug. (shorter stays subject to availability... please call to check) Rates: $130-350. Season: May 15-Oct 1.

Hall Realty, Inc. Vacation Rentals 269 S. Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-8104 www.hallrealty.net annette@hallrealty.net Hall Realty Vacation Rentals is your source for the best vacation homes that Lake City has to offer. We look forward to having you and your family vacation with us in our beautiful town nestled in the San Juan Mountains. Most homes require a five night minimum. Please check our website for vacation rental home availability.

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Stay In Lake City, LLC 1161 Ocean Wave Drive Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-1161 www.stayinlakecity.com info@stayinlakecity.com We invite you to stay in our vacation home that is close to town, yet tucked away where wildlife abounds. With 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, our cabin can sleep up to 9 adults. All amenities, including a super-equipped kitchen, HDTV, wireless internet, and endless hot water! Pet friendly. Minimum stay: 4 nights.

Rates: $250/night.

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720 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-0181 www.lakecitybasecamp.com lakecitybasecamp@yahoo.com

M&M Vacation Rental PO Box 913 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-1121 www.mmvacationrental.com mmccfive@centurytel.net

Four bedroom, four bath, lodge-style accommodations. Three rooms with private baths, one bunk room with bathroom adjacent. Common kitchen and living areas. Rent rooms separately or rent the entire house; discounts for weekly rentals. Bunk room may be rented by the bunk or entire room. Wi-fi, DVD players & laundry facilities. 4 rooms. Rates: $20-79.

Stay with M&M Vacation Rentals at our in- town locations and log cabin designed for a mountain vacation experience.

Sorry No: Pets, credit cards or smoking. Hunters welcome.

Open year-round. 3 Rental units - studio, apartment and cabin.

Rates: $85-195. Call for availability and check our website for more details.

Linny’s Stay & Play

Rocky Top Vacation Home Rentals

403 Park St. Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2408 www.linnysvacations.com info@linnysvacations.com

Vacation Home Rentals

Backcountry Basecamp

1425 N Hwy 149 - POB 232 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2780 www.rockytopvacationhomerentals.com

Vacations to write home about in a setting you won’t want to leave. Private, cozy lodging for individuals or small groups (4 to 8). We can also provide optional learning/doing packages.

Lodge is on 2nd floor; has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchenette, and wrap-around deck with gorgeous Aspen grove. Quiet neighborhood with easy walk to town. Brand new construction.

Rates: $55-75 per room/per night. Season: June-Oct.

We warmly welcome you to be a guest at one of our 3 vacation homes. We are on the outskirts of town, yet still within walking distance, with a lovely view of Roundtop and Red Mountain.

We have 2 bdm/2 bath condos, and 1 bdm/1 bath cabin. $140.00-$185.00/nt. Bob and Linda Inge owners.

Argenta Falls Cabin

Lake City Cabin

1216 County Rd. 30 Lake City, CO 81235 817-265-5295 cell 817-929-8921 www.argentafallscabin.com

1 County Road 33 Lake City, CO 81235 214-392-1575 www.lakecitycabin.com

Nestled in spruce and aspen trees, this log home is perfect for your summer getaway. Relax on the back porch and listen to the roaring falls. 3 bedrooms.

Sleeps up to 9. Rates: $1600/week or $230/night. 3 night minimum.

One of a kind! Beautifully maintained home on the banks of Lake San Cristobal and the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Lovingly furnished with everything you need for the perfect retreat. Covered porch and laundry facilities. Available by the week. Minimum stay: 1 week. Rates: $1400/week.

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Vacation Home Rentals

Silver Coin Cabin POB 1115 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-6019 970-497-0062 www.loydsoflakecityllc.com loydsoflakecity@gmail.com

Old Carson Cabin 8401 County Rd. 30 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-2511 www.oldcarsoncabin.com oldcarsoncabin@centurylink.net Log cabin located in the heart of the San Juan mountains on the Alpine Loop National Backcountry Byway. Spacious rooms, antique charm. Large family room, WiFi, satellite TV, full size kitchen, laundry and hot tub. Sleeps 14, 7 bedrooms with private baths. Great for large family get-togethers. ATV friendly-take off right from the cabin and onto the trails. Rates: $440550/night. 3 night minimum. Year round.

Mountain Memories 510 N. Henson St. Lake City, CO 81235 (936) 203-7257 www.vrbo.com/302010 hallbauer@consolidated.net New riverfront log cabin in town with gourmet kitchen, spacious decks, gas grill, washer/dryer, and gazebo on the river. All linens, dishes, and cookware provided. Beautifully furnished with three bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths (sleeps 8). Check website for availability. Rate: $275/night.

Less than one mile south of downtown Lake City, this cabin sits at the base of Round Top Mountain on two acres adjoining BLM land. Fully equipped kitchen. Queen bedroom and sleeping loft will accommodate four. RV space. Rate: $125 per night

Squire’s Riverfront Cabin 9901 County Rd. 30 Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-7779 www.squirescabins.com holleysquires@wildblue.net Located 12 miles from town on the Alpine Loop. Beautiful 2 or 3 bedroom cabins on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. Hike, fish, relax. May 15 - Oct 15. 3 day minimum, no pets. Your hosts, Pat & Susan. 2 units. Call for rates.

North Shore Townhome on Lake San Cristobal 213 County Rd. 33, unit # 8 Lake City, CO 81235 918-341-9242 www.vrbo.com/277559 patsydaniel@mindspring.com Beautifully decorated, 1650 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 2 ½ bath on the lake’s north shore. Breathtaking views from the deck. Fully equipped. Minimum stay: 3 nights. Rates: $1100-1400/week.

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Paradise Found 847-272-9459 Lake City, CO 81235 www.vrbo.com/104655 bfritzphoto@aol.com This new, two-story mountain home has a beautiful great room, wood stove & redwood deck.

Close to everything, with great views. Sleeps up to 6. Rates: $1075/week; $100 refundable deposit. Season: May-Sept.

Twin Peaks Rental 409 N Gunnison Ave Lake City, CO 81235 970-944-6459 summer 254-662-4544 winter www.lakecitytwinpeaks.com franostrom@hotmail.com Charming country-style home and guest cabin in downtown.

House sleeps 10-12. Cabin sleeps 4-6. House: $185 per night for up to 6 people; $5 for each additional person. Cabin: $85 per night, 3 people. Laundry facilities. Minimum stay: 3 nights.

Season: June-Sept.

Elk Creek Ranch 9 miles north of Lake City 970-884-4056

Kuder Vacation Rentals Golden Road Lake City, CO 81235 620-659-2233

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HINSDALE COUNTY POB 430 Lake City, CO 81235

Getting Here Lake City is located in southwestern Colorado, about halfway between Gunnison and Creede along Highway 149. The closest airports are the GunnisonCrested Butte Regional Airport (GUC), about one hour away, and the Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ), about two hours away. Both airports offer connecting services to larger airports; both have car rentals available.

Highway 149 is a well-maintained road that is open year round. Current road conditions for Colorado highways can be found online at www.cotrip.org or by calling the Colorado Road Conditions Hotline at 877-315-7623.

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