Southwest Colorado
In Southwest Colorado, it doesn’t matter how you do it, but just be sure you take some time to enjoy the outdoors. It’s easy here with five national forests, seven state and national parks, seven scenic and historic byways and more. Hit the trails in the birthplace of mountain biking – Crested Butte. Ski the San Juan range in Telluride. And whenever you’re sure to find a coinciding event or two, because this region is the festival capital of Colorado!
Fun Facts:
Mountain range: San Juan Mountains
Elevation: 6512 feet, Durango
Average Temps: High of 63 degrees, low of 31 degrees F
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Stay Here
In Southwest Colorado, sleepy mountain towns offer a variety of lodging options – from grand to quaint – but one thing remains the same, small-town hospitality. Many full-service resorts offer luxury amenities from spas to golf and unmatched service. You’ll also find classic mountain lodges and charming cabins for the quintessential Colorado getaway!
Southwest Colorado Lodging
Play Here
There is no question that Southwest Colorado is an outdoor-lover’s paradise. The San Juan Mountains offer a year-round playground for visitors of every age. You’ll find national and state parks, world-class skiing and even the birthplace of mountain biking. And along with outdoor fun, the region is Colorado’s festival capital – so you’re sure to find an event any time of year!
Southwest Colorado Attractions
Dine Here
You’ll find plenty of dining options to satisfy your appetite all over Southwest Colorado – in fact, downtown Durango alone has almost as many restaurants per capita as San Francisco! While many chefs here experiment with new trends and ideas, the Old West fare always manages to come into play, you’re sure to find plenty of local ingredients and plenty beef on any menu.
Southwest Colorado Restaurants
How to Get Here
Accessing Southwest Colorado by car is a beautiful process, since National Scenic Byway and Highways abound. But if you choose to fly, airports servicing the area include the Telluride Regional Airport, the Durango La Plato County Airport, the Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport and Montrose Airport. You also have the option to fly into Denver or Albuquerque and drive to your destination.
Getting Around
Buses and trolleys make traveling through towns like Durango easy. Renting a car may be the better option if you are interested in exploring the area around your destination.
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