Bayfield Travel Guide

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A calm lake surrounded by forested hills.
A lake with mountains in the background.
A lake with mountains in the background and a sandy beach in the foreground.
A forest with birch trees and a dirt path.
A clear lake with a single yellow tree in the foreground, surrounded by mountains and autumn foliage.

Our guide on where to stay in Bayfield

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Forest Lakes

You might make a stop by Lake SImpatico Trailhead while you're exploring Forest Lakes.

Outdoorsy Bayfield

Outdoorsy Bayfield

2 out of 5
41743 US HWY 160 Bayfield CO
Stay at this campsite in Bayfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Los Pinos River and Eagle Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
"Taylor was amazing at check in! She was so attentive and let me know about all of the fun and exciting projects in the making on the property. Beautiful property, looking forward to visiting again!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Outdoorsy Bayfield
NellieMay Cabin | Short Walk to Lake, Large Porch

NellieMay Cabin | Short Walk to Lake, Large Porch

Bayfield CO
Stay at this cabin in Bayfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Vallecito Lake and Lake Eileen are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed. Was a little rustic for my tastes. Steep road and small parking space. Was hot inside. We did have two fans provided. The couch didn*t smell good."

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

NellieMay Cabin | Short Walk to Lake, Large Porch
Heiden’s Hideaway.  Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito

Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito

Bayfield CO
Stay at this cabin in Bayfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Vallecito Lake are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)
"This wonderful Forest Lakes cabin was located in a perfect location and had everything we needed to cook and just relax. We were there for the whole month of July was just awesome to get out of the Phoenix area Heat. It was so nice to enjoy the cool Forest pine trees with all the wildlife, got to ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Outdoorsy Bayfield

Outdoorsy Bayfield

2 out of 5
41743 US HWY 160 Bayfield CO
Stay at this campsite in Bayfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Los Pinos River and Eagle Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
"Taylor was amazing at check in! She was so attentive and let me know about all of the fun and exciting projects in the making on the property. Beautiful property, looking forward to visiting again!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Outdoorsy Bayfield
Wilderness Retreat on Bear Creek | Near Vallecito Trail

Wilderness Retreat on Bear Creek | Near Vallecito Trail

Bayfield CO
Stay at this cabin in Bayfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Eileen and Vallecito Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Our family had a great time playing in the creek, playing ping pong, fishing and playing games. There were plenty of pots, pans and even more we didn’t use but could have. Short walk to the Vallecito Creek Trail and easy drive to the lake, Bayfield and Durango. We had a great time at the ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Wilderness Retreat on Bear Creek | Near Vallecito Trail
NellieMay Cabin | Short Walk to Lake, Large Porch

NellieMay Cabin | Short Walk to Lake, Large Porch

Bayfield CO
Stay at this cabin in Bayfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Vallecito Lake and Lake Eileen are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed. Was a little rustic for my tastes. Steep road and small parking space. Was hot inside. We did have two fans provided. The couch didn*t smell good."

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

NellieMay Cabin | Short Walk to Lake, Large Porch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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