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ACTIVITIES
The possibilities to keep you entertained and relaxed while staying at The Pines are limitless. Here are some of our recommendations to make this a trip of a lifetime.
VALLECITIO LAKE
Vallecito Lake is just a 15 minute beautiful drive from The Pines. Vallecito Lake is one of the largest and most beautiful bodies of water in Colorado. Vallecito, Spanish for "Little Valley", and ancestral home to many of Colorado's Ute Indians, became the name of the sparkling waters of the lake it surrounded. Located in the Southwestern part of the state just 18 miles from Durango, Vallecito provides a perfect base for enjoying the Four Corners area and its many wonders.
THE SAN JUAN RIVER
The San Juan River is perfect if you want to take a dip, go fly fishing or simply just want some tranquility.
Fishheads San Juan River Guided Trips is a top rated outfitter and and premier fly fishing guide service that will leave you bringing plenty of trout back to the lodges for a remarkable dinner.
LOS PINOS RIVER
Less than a mile away, the Los Pinos River is a tranquil getaway a minute from The Pines. To see current streamflow and fishing details, click below.
DURANGO
From shopping to dining to golfing, Durango has it all. Plan your trip to Durango here.
DURANGO TO SILVERTON TRAIN
The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad winds through spectacular & breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of the two-million acre San Juan National Forest for an unforgettable year-round adventure. Experience the adventure of traveling by a coal-fired, steam-powered locomotive on the same tracks miners, cowboys and settlers of the Old West took over a century ago. Relive history with the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a truly spectacular journey on board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
SILVERTON
Silverton is a year round destination in the heart of the high country. It is a recreational paradise in Winter for snowmobiling, skiing (downhill, extreme, heli, snowcat, cross country), sledding, ice skating, ice climbing, and ice fishing, and in Summer for rafting, backcountry touring, Jeeping (Jeep rentals and Jeep tours are available), ATV and OHV riding, fishing, hiking, biking, rafting, horseback riding, hunting, and camping.
OFF ROADING FROM SILVERTON
Back country Jeeping through the mountains is our favorite form of recreation. You will see the most spectacular views and breath the freshest air. For information click the link.
MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK
About an hour from the Pines, Mesa Verde National Park is a fascinating historical site. It was established in 1906 to preserve and interpret the archeological heritage of the Ancestral Pueblo people who made it their home for over 700 years, from 600 to 1300 CE. Today, the park protects nearly 5,000 known archeological sites, including 600 cliff dwellings. These sites are some of the most notable and best preserved in the United States.
PAGOSA SPRINGS
Visitors to Pagosa Springs enjoy more than 3 million acres of surrounding national forest and wilderness areas. In the summer, the list of outdoor activities is long. Hike, bike or go on a horseback ride along serene mountain trails to local waterfalls and breathtaking vistas. Raft, kayak or tube down the San Juan River (including on the 2-mile stretch that runs right though town), fish in a nearby stream or secluded lake, boat or water ski at the lake in nearby Navajo State Park or stroll around the Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park. Pagosa’s 27-hole golf course or 18-hole disc golf course will challenge golfers of all skill levels in stunning mountain settings.
SKIING
Winter time fun!
Durango’s ski resort, Purgatory, is less than an away.
Pagosa Spring’s ski resort, Wolf Creek, is an hour and 20 minutes away.
Click below to find out more about the closest skiing to the Pines.
HIKING
There are endless opportunities for hiking! One of our favorites in the area is Piedra Falls, it’s a bit of a drive but worth the breathtaking views all the way there. Vallecito Lake also has great trails. Click below to learn more!
HORSEBACK RIDING
There is nothing like taking in the views on horseback. Vallecito Lake Outfitters has a lot of different options for your family. Make your reservations for this incredible experience you will remember for years to come!