South Fork

Travel Guide

H3F2EK Waterfall at Big Meadow lake, South Fork, Colordo
H3F2EK Waterfall at Big Meadow lake, South Fork, Colordo
Spent the night in this cabin at the top of Elwood Pass at an altitude of 11,345 feet. Elwood Cabin was built at the beginning of the 1900’s. It was used by telephone lineman. The cabin was donated to the forest service in the 50’s. What an incredible place to spend the night in. Then to our surprise it even snowed a bit this 26th of September.
Crater Lake near Elwood Pass in Colorado. The hike in from Elwood Pass is 3.5 miles in starting at 11,345ft topping out at about 12,500ft before dropping about 1000ft to the lake.  Beautiful hike and great place to stop and enjoy.
Summitville was an old mining town high in the SanJuan mountains. More than a quarter million Troy ounces of gold was mined here between 1873-1959. Now an EPA superfund site due to the chemicals leaching into the surrounding area. Mining has been stopped but very cool to go up to Summitville at an altitude of about 11,500 ft and walk around the old wooden structures left by the inhabitants. In 1885 there were up to 250 mining claims at this site.  #winterwonders

Where to stay in South Fork

View of Bluff near North Clear Creek Falls Park in Colorado

Rio Vista Estates

If you're spending some time in Rio Vista Estates, Rio Grande National Forest and Rio Grande are top sights worth seeing.

Rio Vista Estates
A Scenic View from the West Fork Valley Overlook in Colorado

Ponderosa Pines

While there might not be top attractions in Ponderosa Pines, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rio Grande Club and Wolf Creek Anglers.

Ponderosa Pines
Panoramic of Wolf Creek Pass, Colorado.

Rivers Edge

While visiting Rivers Edge, you might make a stop by sights like Wolf Creek Anglers and Rio Grande.

Rivers Edge
Beaver Creek Reservoir, South Fork, Colorado

Beaver Mountain

Beaver Mountain might not have many top sights, but Rio Grande Club and Wolf Creek Anglers are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Beaver Mountain
LOGE Wolf Creek

LOGE Wolf Creek

3 out of 5
31042 US Highway 160 South Fork CO
The price is €116 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
€116
per night
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this lodge in South Fork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (719 reviews)
Hot tub and sauna both weren’t working didn’t inform us about it before booking and charged us for one night when we went to stay at a different hotel. Charged us cause they said since they saved us a room, even though there was a max of four vehicles there the whole weekend. DONT STAY HERE

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

LOGE Wolf Creek
Rainbow Lodge

Rainbow Lodge

2.5 out of 5
30359 US Hwy 160 South Fork CO
The price is €58 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
€58
per night
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this motel in South Fork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Rio Grande Club and Denver and Rio Grande Western ...
8/10 Very Good! (317 reviews)
Parking safe nice place

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Rainbow Lodge
Four Seasons Lodge

Four Seasons Lodge

2.5 out of 5
30362 US Hwy 160 South Fork CO
The price is €60 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€60
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this motel in South Fork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and archery on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (518 reviews)
Great place for the price. Everything was clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Four Seasons Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Grandview Cabins & RV Resort

Grandview Cabins & RV Resort

3 out of 5
0613 Highway 149 South Fork CO
Stay at this cabin in South Fork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad and Rio ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (219 reviews)
It was our second time staying here. The place was great. We enjoyed the lodging accommodations. Easy communication with owners and very helpful. Lots of amneties which makes it a home away from home. The heaters kept the cabin warm. We loved the big picture window that looked up the mountain and ...

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Grandview Cabins & RV Resort
The perfect cozy riverside getaway close to Wolf Creek Ski Area & pet friendly

The perfect cozy riverside getaway close to Wolf Creek Ski Area & pet friendly

South Fork CO
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in South Fork. Enjoy laundry facilities, a pool table and patios. Popular attractions Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
This cabin is gorgeous! They have thought of every detail. The kitchen is very well stocked. There are lots of extra blankets, its very cozy and feels like home!! We just left today after spending the weekend with our 9 kids and 5 grandbabies. We'll definitely be back!!

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

The perfect cozy riverside getaway close to Wolf Creek Ski Area & pet friendly
Rio River Haven on the Mighty Rio Grande w/ Direct ATV Access to Trail System

Rio River Haven on the Mighty Rio Grande w/ Direct ATV Access to Trail System

South Fork CO
Stay at this holiday home in South Fork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Rio Grande Club and Denver and Rio Grande Western ...
10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Loved the covered back porch...my favorite place to hang out.

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Rio River Haven on the Mighty Rio Grande w/ Direct ATV Access to Trail System
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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