South Fork

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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

While visiting Rio Vista Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Rio Grande National Forest and Rio Grande.

Rio Vista Estates
Panoramic of Wolf Creek Pass, Colorado.

Rivers Edge

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

Rivers Edge
A Scenic View from the West Fork Valley Overlook in Colorado

Ponderosa Pines

While Ponderosa Pines isn't home to many top sights, Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad and Rio Grande Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ponderosa Pines
Beaver Creek Reservoir, South Fork, Colorado

Beaver Mountain

Though Beaver Mountain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad and Rio Grande Club.

Beaver Mountain
LOGE Wolf Creek

LOGE Wolf Creek

3 out of 5
31042 US Highway 160 South Fork CO
The price is CA $131 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
CA $131
CA $189 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in South Fork. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (706 reviews)
Great location with helpful and convenient amenities.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

LOGE Wolf Creek
Quality Inn & Suites

Quality Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
182 East Frontage Rd South Fork CO
The price is CA $132 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
CA $132
CA $148 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South Fork. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (631 reviews)
Super comfortable bed!! Excellent breakfast! Nice employees! Its a 2 story hotel so there is no elevator. All the king size beds are on the 2nd floor so we had to take one flight of stairs. If you are not able to take stairs do not pick this hotel. Also there is no hot tub or pool. There is a bathtub/shower ...

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Quality Inn & Suites
Rainbow Lodge

Rainbow Lodge

2.5 out of 5
30359 US Hwy 160 South Fork CO
Stay at this motel in South Fork. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Rio Grande Club and Denver and Rio Grande Western ...
7.8/10 Good! (306 reviews)
I only need a place to sleep after skiing, I had been coming to this place for years now. Is nothing fancy but clean enough and comfortable enough. The stuff were great to bring me clean towels every day and pick up the trash. Thank you

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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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 WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad and Rio ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
Great for solo travelers. Nice staff

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Grandview Cabins & RV Resort
Riverside Meadows Cabins

Riverside Meadows Cabins

3 out of 5
2 Dodge City Road South Fork CO
Stay at this cabin in South Fork. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Wolf Creek Anglers and Rio Grande Club are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (201 reviews)
Amazing cabins right by the river! Clean, and quiet. A real getaway!!

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Riverside Meadows Cabins
Trout Stream Lodge on the South Fork of the Rio Grande

Trout Stream Lodge on the South Fork of the Rio Grande

South Fork CO
Stay at this vacation home in South Fork. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad and Rio ...
10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
The house was amazing and our hosts were so accommodating!!

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Trout Stream Lodge on the South Fork of the Rio Grande
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Popular places to visit

Early morning light in spring brightens trees in Coller State Wildlife Area, located along the Rio Grande and the road to Creede in the San Juan Mountains of southern Colorado

Coller State Wildlife Area

Explore the great outdoors at Coller State Wildlife Area, a lovely green space in South Fork. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Coller State Wildlife Area
Mountain landscapes in Colorado's San Juan National Forest.

Elwood Pass

Explore the great outdoors at Elwood Pass, a lovely green space in South Fork. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Elwood Pass

Rio Grande Club

Enjoy a round of golf in South Fork at Rio Grande Club. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Rio Grande Club

Cities near South Fork

Pagosa Springs featuring water sports, a small town or village and a river or creek

Pagosa Springs

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