San Juan National Forest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit San Juan National Forest
Where to stay in San Juan National Forest
Columbine Lake
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Columbine Lake and surrounding area, you can visit Purgatory Resort and Lake of the Pines.
San Juan River Village
If you're spending some time in San Juan River Village, San Juan River is a top sight worth visiting.
Lake Hatcher Park
While Lake Hatcher Park isn't home to many top sights, Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Stevens Reservoir are some notable places to visit nearby.
Dalton Ranch
If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Twin Creek Village
While Twin Creek Village isn't home to many top sights, Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pagosa Highlands
While Pagosa Highlands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pagosa Springs Golf Club and Stevens Reservoir.
- Our pick of the best San Juan National Forest Hotel Deals
- Holiday Rentals in San Juan National Forest
![Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33574800/33574738/a293695d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)
Large Family Home with Acreage in Beautiful Animas Valley [CO Lic. 02872172-000]
Beautiful home inside and out. Enjoyed the large front porch and fireplaceEach room was spacious and well decorated Family of12 could sit around living, dining and kitchen and interact with each other by the inside fireplace. Upstairs game room was full of entertainment Kitchen was well supplied ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
New Listing, Premier Host, Historic Cabin newly remodeled, private, quiet, CLEAN
You have a wonderful cabin with amazing views. The grill has excellent burgers and what I know will be delicious steaks from the market. We loaded our cooler before headed home. Thank you for your hospitality. Hope to see y’all next year.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
7BR Luxury with Amazing Amenities, Hot Tub, Pool Table, Yard, Close to Town/Ski
The house was great
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Breathtaking 6 BR log home mountain views with closest location to Wolf Creek!
Wow, exceeded our expectations. We had a family memorial for our Mom at the cemetery. Family from Denver, Washington and Grand Junction. Enjoyed the wildlife and the views. Heather promptly answered my few questions with a phone call or text. We will definitely come back again.
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Pet-friendly Bayfield Cabin w/ Game Room & Hot Tub
Mountain getaway condo with view of the mountains , sleeps 4 to 5
Close to Purgatory! Clean and had everything we needed for our stay.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
Purgatory Resort
Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.
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.
Island Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Island Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Silverton. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.
Ice Lakes Trail
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Ice Lakes Trail, a lovely green space in Silverton. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.
Molas Pass
Explore the lovely green spaces of Molas Pass and enjoy the ski slopes in Silverton. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Cliffs at Tamarron
Play a round of golf at Cliffs at Tamarron and enjoy other activities in Durango such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
