Archuleta County

Archuleta County serves as a gateway to year-round outdoor adventures, earning recognition in Outdoors Magazine’s top 10 best towns in America (2015) and Men’s Journal’s “20 Best Mountain Towns in America” (2017). Situated just 35 miles north of the New Mexico border, it offers easy access to nearly 3 million acres of National Forest and southern Colorado’s stunning landscapes.

Visitors and residents alike indulge in a plethora of activities, from golfing, fishing, and horseback riding to waterskiing, paddleboarding, and skiing at Wolf Creek ski resort. Hiking, mountain biking, camping, and ATVing opportunities abound, with Chimney Rock National Monument and Navajo State Park nearby, along with Mesa Verde National Park just a short drive away.

Pagosa Springs, the county seat and sole incorporated town, boasts the world’s deepest geothermal hot springs. The Mother Spring aquifer feeds baths at The Springs Resort & Spa, The Overlook Hot Springs, and Healing Waters Resort & Spa. Nestled along the San Juan River, Pagosa Springs exudes a laid-back vibe against a backdrop of picturesque mountain vistas.

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