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Located in Southwest Colorado, at the base of the Continental Divide, Pagosa Springs is one of the state's last undiscovered gems. Known for our amazing hot springs and quiet, peaceful serenity, Pagosa Springs is nestled in the San Juan Mountains, amongst rushing rivers and pristine forests. Pagosa Springs offers plenty of opportunities to soak up the scenery and enliven your spirit. Surrounded by 3 million acres of wilderness and national forest, visitors to Pagosa Springs will find endless activites, trails and waters in which to soak, hike, bike, run, fish, raft, float, kayak, ride a horse or simplysit back and relax. Pagosa Springs also has more than 300 days of sunshine each year and over 30 downtown hot springs pools to enjoy. Pagosa Springs also offers a rich geological and cultural history, where visitors can explore ancestral Puebloan Indian sites at Chimney Rock Archeological Area, take a trip back through time on two nearby steam trains, or discover Pagosa's rich past at the Historical Museum. At the Fred Harman Art Museum, visitors can see the works of the artist behind the Red Ryder and Little Beaver cartoons.estled in Southwest Colorado at the base of the Continental Divide, Pagosa Springs is one of the state's undiscovered gems. Known for its three natural hot springs facilities, "Pagosah" is the Southwestern ute word for "healing waters".
With 300+ days of sunshine, ancient archaeological areas, and pristine forests, Pagosa Springs offers plenty of opportunities to soak up the scenery and enliven your spirit.
www.visitpagosasprings.com
Summer Weather
At 7,079 feet, temperatures range from highs of the mid 80s to lows in the 30s, and a yearly average of 20.21" of rain.
2012 Events
See winter events here: http://coloradowinterinfo.com/pagosa-springs.html
Rapids & Rhythms, Saturday, May 19, Whitewater Festival with all of the key ingredients - boats, bands and brews!
Pagosa Springs Car & Motorcycle Show, May 18-20, See a variety of classic cars in our annual car show! Join us for a weekend full of fun and cool vehicles!
2012 Pagosa Fiber Festival, Sunday, May 25-27, The Pagosa Fiber Festival a celebration of the efforts of a growing cottage industry involved in fiber-related businesses
Turkey Track Trail Marathon, Saturday, June 09, You will hit great single-track right out of the gate! This killer trail system works you through Ponderosa and Aspen forests.
2012 Folk n' Bluegrass Festival, June 8-10, The 2012 Folk n' Bluegrass Festival will be held June 8th - 10th, 2012
Great Golden Retriever Roundup, Saturday, June 15-17, 2012Golden retrievers from all over the area will converge upon Pagosa Springs, CO to compete for prizes, network with other Goldens, and attend health clinics.
Celebrate 4th of July in Pagosa, Saturday, July 4-7, Celebrate 4th of July in Pagosa with live music, carnival, rodeos, and an amazing fireworks show.
Wyndham Arts & Crafts Festival, Sunday, July 14-15, The Wyndham hosts their annual Arts & Crafts festival July 14th - 15th featuring a large selection of vendors
San Juan River Music Festival, Sunday, July 14-15, Join us on July 14th and 15th for a two days of great music, incredible food, and locally crafted beers, plus more in downtown Pagosa.
Renaissance and Pirate Festival, Sunday, July 20-22, Join us for Pagosa Springs 4th Annual Renaissance and Pirate Festival in downtown Pagosa!
7th Annual Cruise a Thong Weekend, Saturday, July 28, The Cruise a Thong is a triathlon designed for the not-quite-hardcore athlete in all of us. It's guaranteed to be the most fun you'll have all year!
Bloody Mary Showdown, Sunday, July 29, The 4th annual Bloody Mary Showdown during Cruise a Thong Weekend is a tasting of Bloody Marys to be provided by local contestants at Town Park
Hair of the Dog Disc Golf Tournament, Sunday, July 29, A "Hair of the Dog" disc golf tournament will be held subsequent to the Bloody Mary Showdown during the Cruise a Thong Weekend.
Archuleta County Fair, August 3-5 Pagosa Springs, Join us for the 61st annual Archuleta County Fair, which features a weekend full of events.
Mountain Chile Cha Cha, August 25, Sunshine, Suds & Green Chiles!! Combine a running race with a festival celebrating green chiles with live music, cold beer and great food!
Four Corners Folk Festival, Friday, August 31 - September 2, 17th Annual Four Corners Folk Festival takes place on Reservoir Hill Labor Day weekend!
ColorFest Weekend 2012, Friday, September 7-8, ColorFest Weekend features hot air balloons, music, beer, wine, food and more!
Four Corners Ride & Reggae Fest, September 29-30, Come join us for two days of bikes, music, beer and festivities! An epic event to benefit an epic cause. Serious events like the Stanley's Fat tire Cross Country Race up down and around Reservoir Hill and the private Reservoir River Ranch. And, the Wolf Creek Pass "We aint Race'n ride featuring a "double" crossing of the infamous 10,857' Wolf Creek Pass! We also have the epic season opener CycloCross race with the wet at twisty San Juan Physco-Cross! For the not so serious, super fun events like our Short-n-Shady "slow" race and Huffy-Huck-it "Bike Toss".
Fast Facts
1) Unlike other Colorado sites, the Mineral Hot Springs have smaller soaking pools located along the beautiful San Juan River and also have indoor and outdoor mineral soaking baths.
2) Outdoor Activities & Attractions are endless...Visit spectacular natural features such as the Great Sand Dunes Nat'l Monument or Mesa Verde, located only a few hours away.
3) "Pagosah" is the Southern Ute word for "healing
waters." Not only are our waters enjoyed by soakers at three
downtown hot springs facilities, but Pagosa also use its waters
to heat buildings and the new Geothermal Greenhouse project
downtown. We're building a "green" economy in Pagosa.
2) Surrounded by the largest contiguous wilderness area in
the country, the Weminuch
Activities and Attractions
Pagosa Springs Golf Club 970.731.4755
27 Championship holes. 18 hole regualtion. Open April-November. Internet Tee Times.
Combres Toltec Scenic Railroad
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