Forest Lakes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Vallecito Lake

Vallecito Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vallecito Lake during your travels in Bayfield. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Vallecito Lake

Lake SImpatico Trailhead

You can take time to visit Lake SImpatico Trailhead during your travels to Bayfield.

Lake SImpatico Trailhead

Piedra River Hot Springs

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Piedra River Hot Springs during your travels in Bayfield. Amble around the area's forests or seek out its hiking trails.

Piedra River Hot Springs

Piedra River Trail

Explore the great outdoors at Piedra River Trail, a lovely green space in Bayfield. Amble around the area's forests or seek out its hiking trails.

Piedra River Trail

Lavenia McCoy Public Library

Lavenia McCoy Public Library is just one of the places to see in Bayfield, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Lavenia McCoy Public Library

Bayfield Town Hall

Bayfield Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Bayfield, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Bayfield Town Hall

Our pick of the best Forest Lakes Hotel Deals

Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito
Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito
Bayfield
Stay at this cabin in Bayfield. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Lake SImpatico Trailhead and Vallecito Lake are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
Little Piece of Heaven
"My husband, myself and our chihuahua (Maggie) spent 6 glorious nights at the cabin. We were fortunate enough to extend our stay when our other plans fell through. Shannon was so peaceful and gracious to make our stay so fabulous.If we come back to the area we will definitely be looking into this ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

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Heiden’s Hideaway. Private Community. 30 Min to Durango/Vallecito
The Retreat at Forest Lakes | Hot Tub, Pet Friendly, Privacy, Near Town/Lakes
The Retreat at Forest Lakes | Hot Tub, Pet Friendly, Privacy, Near Town/Lakes
Bayfield
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Bayfield. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Lake SImpatico Trailhead ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Beautiful place
"We stayed here for a week. It was so nice. Rooms were nice. Fully stocked with everything you need. Played corn hole nearly every day with the kids. We liked the hot tub. I sat on porch early in mornings and it was so peaceful. We were able to go to Durango and ride the train. Went to Silverton for ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

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The Retreat at Forest Lakes | Hot Tub, Pet Friendly, Privacy, Near Town/Lakes
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
2.5 out of 5
455 S Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$304 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$304
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,922 reviews)
"Older hotel but maintained well. Off the main drag but that was what we wanted. Breakfast was a mad house at 8:30. Go early!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Durango
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Durango
2 out of 5
2002 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
The price is NZ$177 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$177
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"I only gave it 5 stars because nobody reads the 2-star reviews, which is what I would have given this hotel. You walk into the "lobby" and see all these "awards" on the wall and start to think that the 1960s-esque exterior is just a facade. Wrong. We got to the room, and it was like a studio apartment. ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Durango
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
2.5 out of 5
400 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO
The price is NZ$410 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$410
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"It was cute"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
3 out of 5
21636 Highway 160 West, Durango, CO
The price is NZ$349 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$349
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Our room was great, and we enjoyed eating at the Gray Copper Tavern."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
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