Southwest Colorado Travel Guide
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Mount Crested Butte
The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Mount Crested Butte. A stop by Snodgrass Trailhead or Red Lady Express Lift might round out your trip.
Historic Downtown Durango
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Durango. A stop by Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or Animas River Trail might round out your trip.
Downtown Pagosa Springs
If you're spending some time in Downtown Pagosa Springs, San Juan River and Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Salida
You'll enjoy the bars and riverfront in Downtown Salida. You might want to make time for a stop at Riverside Park or Arkansas River.
San Juan River Village
If you're spending some time in San Juan River Village, San Juan River is a top sight worth visiting.
Downtown Crested Butte
While visiting Downtown Crested Butte, you might make a stop by sights like Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce and Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum.
Elevation Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Grand Lodge Crested Butte
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Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
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Ice House Suites and Condominiums
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Cedar Creek Lodging & RV Park
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Outdoorsy Bayfield
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Popular places to visit
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
Purgatory Resort
Hit the slopes in Durango with a visit to Purgatory Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Telluride Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Telluride with a visit to Telluride Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Ouray Hot Springs Pool
Enjoy a trip to Ouray Hot Springs Pool and popular activities such as hiking in Ouray. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.
Crested Butte Mountain Resort
Hit the slopes in Crested Butte with a visit to Crested Butte Mountain Resort. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area or enjoy its hiking trails.
Wolf Creek Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Pagosa Springs with a visit to Wolf Creek Ski Area. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
- Purgatory Resort
- Telluride Ski Resort
- Ouray Hot Springs Pool
- Crested Butte Mountain Resort
- Mt. Princeton
- Mesa Verde National Park Entrance
- Cottonwood Hot Springs
- Fort Lewis College
- Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring
- Box Canyon Falls Park
- Blue Mesa Reservoir
- Ouray Ice Park
- Telluride Gondola Station
- Crested Butte Town Park
- Mountain Village Gondola Station
- Mercy Regional Medical Center
- San Isabel National Forest
- Cliff Palace
- Blue Lakes Trail
- Cliffs at Tamarron
- Animas River Trail
- Buena Vista River Park
- Telluride Ski and Golf Club
