Southwest Colorado Local Expert: Find Things To Do in Southwest Colorado

Mesa Verde National Park which includes tranquil scenes and landscape views

Mesa Verde National Park which includes mountains, landscape views and tranquil scenes

Montrose featuring a gorge or canyon, landscape views and a sunset

Montrose featuring landscape views and tranquil scenes

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What to do in Southwest Colorado

Popular places to visit

Purgatory Ski Area which includes snow, mountains and a luxury hotel or resort

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.

Traveling through Pagosa Springs in an area known as Wolf Creek, there's a lot of amazing sights, like this waterfall hiding behind the trees!

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Wolf Creek Ski Area

Set within the breathtaking scenery of a national forest is a ski resort famous for its deep powder skiing, family-friendly activities and après-ski entertainment.

Telluride Ski Resort

4.5/5(3 reviews)

From ice climbing, skiing and snowbiking to golf, horseback riding and paragliding, opportunities for adventure abound at this Colorado mountain resort.

Historic steam engine train in Colorado, USA

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Crested Butte Mountain Resort

Enjoy thrilling year-round activities at this mountain resort tucked into the Colorado Rockies. Here, the value is in the experiences more than the name.

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.

Monarch Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Salida with a visit to Monarch Ski Area. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Cottonwood Hot Springs

Explore the great outdoors at Cottonwood Hot Springs and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Buena Vista. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Mesa Verde National Park Entrance

5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mesa Verde National Park Entrance, a lovely green space in Mancos. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Areas of Southwest Colorado

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 Gold Link Lift or Red Lady Express Lift might round out your trip.

Aerial View of City of Telluride, Colorado From Ski Resort Gondola

Telluride Historic District

The captivating mountain views and stunning ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Telluride Historic District. A stop by Sheridan Opera House or Telluride Gondola Station might round out your trip.

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.

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.