Photography Courtesy of Pagosa Springs Area Chamber of Commerce-Jan Brool©

Written By KELLY DICKSON
Please your senses and your family in one place. The Great Pagosa Hot Springs, known to the Ute Indians as"Pagosah" interpreted to mean "boiling water" or "healing water," was the site of numerous Native American wars and skirmishes. The naturally therapeutic value of the springs and the importance of their healing powers have made this location desirable for centuries. The clean air, relaxed lifestyle and "healing waters" of the Great Pagosa Hot Springs may be what draws visitors in, but an overwhelming array of activities in and around Pagosa Springs make it a place worth coming back to again and again.

Golfers can play on one of the Four Corner's beautiful 27-hole championship golf courses, while boating, rafting and fishing are just a short drive out of town. Those interested in archaeological ruins can choose from Chimney Rock, Mesa Verde, Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients to experience a taste of American Indian folklore. Museums and wildlife parks; hiking and biking trails; hot air ballooning; shopping; and galleries give Pagosa Springs its playful attitude.

If hunting is your sport, herds of elk and deer surround Pagosa Springs in bountiful numbers. And with a claim of "the most snow in Colorado"; Wolf Creek, Pagosa's ski area, makes for a perfect winter destination. Of course, no visit to Pagosa Springs is complete without a relaxing soak at one of the town's hot springs spas. Situated along the banks of the San Juan River, surrounded by blue mountain lakes and dramatic San Juan Mountain peaks, Pagosa Springs remains a magical place for all who visit.

Attractions/Services:
Chimney Rock Archaeological Area
Fred Harman Museum
Hot Springs
Rocky Mountain Wildlife Park
Wolf Creek Ski Area

A Paradise for All Seasons!