The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Pagosa Springs, Colorado (CO)

April 20, 2022 Sheron Bogner

Pagosa Springs is a municipality that is the county seat of, and the only incorporated municipality in, Archuleta County, Colorado, United States. The population was 1,727 at the 2010 census. Approximately 65 percent of the land in Archuleta County is either San Juan National Forest, Weminuche and South San Juan Wilderness areas, or Southern Ute Indian land.
Restaurants in Pagosa Springs

1. Wilderness Journeys Pagosa

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Wilderness Journeys Pagosa

Wilderness Journeys Pagosa, Inc. specializes in giving you a taste of beautiful Southern Colorado and surrounding regions. Whether you enjoy history, water, fishing, or just plain being in the great outdoors, we have the adventure for you! Historic train tours, Native American site tours, Scenic history/wildlife tours, Rafting, Fishing and so much more. We have guides who care about our beautiful area and it shows! Family owned and operated.

2. Mountain Paws

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Mountain Paws

Mountain Paws Dog Sled Tours: Drive your own team of excited Alaskan huskies through spectacular beauty and scenic trails of the Rocky Mountains near Pagosa Springs, Colorado.

3. Pagosa Outside

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Pagosa Outside

Pagosa's Premier River Outfitter offering whitewater rafting, mountain biking, kayaking, stand up paddleboards, and whitewater tubing. Stop by our shop in downtown Pagosa Springs for Pagosa's best guided rafting trips, river tubing adventures, quality river gear, local info, and friendly service.

4. San Juan Sled Dogs

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San Juan Sled Dogs

Experience the beauty of mushing! Come ride with our team or Alaskan Malamutes and enjoy the San Juan Wilderness with our true working dogs.

5. Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventures, LLC

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Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventures, LLC

You have a unique opportunity to "break the earthly bonds of gravity," and if you've been dreaming about flying -- try this! The adventure begins shortly after sunrise when the mountain air is still calm and stable. Ballooning is an "hands-on" participation sport, and we will enlist your energy in the set-up and inflation of the balloon (optional). Have your camera ready to capture the excitement as our beautiful giant balloon rises for its journey. You'll then climb aboard our basket for the flight of a lifetime enjoying the enchanting sights and tranquility that can only be experienced from a hot air balloon. We may fly inches over the area lakes for a breathtaking "splash-n-dash," a little higher for some souvenir pine cones from the tops of trees or up to 3,000 feet for a 200 mile panoramic view of 4 states. After the dreamlike floating sensation of the balloon, you'll enjoy a closing ceremony back on the ground.

6. Piedra River Trail

16 mi North of Hwy 160 on Piedra Rd, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 http://www.planetpagosa.com/easyhikes2.html
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Piedra River Trail

Reviewed By rfw1953 - Crested Butte, United States

My wife and I just happened to find this amazing hiking area. You travel down hwy 600 from hwy 160 in Pagosa Springs. Once on 600 (Piedra Road), you'll go about 15 miles until the road becomes hard dirt. Once on the dirt road, you will travel approx 5 miles to the trail head on the left. The trail head is on the river, so it's easy to find. The trail itself goes along the river with amazing views of cliffs and the river. If you're lucky there will be plenty of rock climbers to watch. I'm 67 years old and had two knee replacements within the past 6 months, so if I can walk the trail, just about anyone can. It's well marked, and easy to follow. The terrain can be a little tricky at times, but it's certainly not hard. Take plenty of water and a lunch to enjoy while sitting along the river. We stooped for our lunch at about 2.5 miles at a bridge that goes over the river. We turned around then and went back, but the trail continues on for several miles if you like. Once you finish your hike, take a drive on up the dirt road to Piedra River Falls and Williams Reservoir. Both are beautiful and a must see when in the area. If you have a kayak, take it up to enjoy lake kayaking on the reservoir.

7. Majestic Outfitters

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Majestic Outfitters

Welcome to Majestic Outfitters in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. If you are searching for an amazing wilderness experience by horseback, you have arrived at the right place! We offer several locations for various horseback adventures in the San Juan National Forest. We also offer custom options for your group, please visit our web site for pictures and details. For the winter enthusiasts we will be offering high end Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides complete with smores and hot chocolate! For all year long Horse riding attractions, please keep Majestic Outfitters of Pagosa Springs, Colorado at the top of your things to do list. Many thanks for your interest and we look forward to accompanying you on your next adventure.

8. The Choke Cherry Tree

56 Talisman Dr Unit 8C, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147-9169 +1 970-731-4951 [email protected] http://thechokecherrytree.com/
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The Choke Cherry Tree

Specialty Food Family EXPERIENCE where you sample, learn about and watch us make old fashioned candies, jams, jellies, fruit syrups, fruit butters, vinaigrettes and more. Something to do indoors before skiing, hiking, soaking in the hot springs, riding, camping, or in bad weather or just because you deserve something new, local and good for you (body and soul). For a truly memorable trip use your pictures to create your own custom labels for our housemade products to make your own perfect customized souvenirs, gifts, swag and momentos - just give us a little extra time to get them printed. For a once in a lifetime memory book your own Ultimate Chocolate Experience. Perfect for group sizes of 2 to 8 and all ages. Use our expertise, equipment and ingredients to hand craft your own chocolate confections. Also check our Facebook page or website for cooking classes and special events or book our kitchen to host your own!

Reviewed By Colorado515

Our family & friends did a chocolate class and it was a blast. Learned all about history of chocolate and made a variety of chocolates to take home. Highly recommend this activity.

9. Ski & Bow Rack

354 E Pagosa St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 +1 970-264-2370 [email protected] http://www.skiandbowrack.com
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Ski & Bow Rack

Ski and Bow Rack offers the largest selection of outdoor adventure gear and rentals in the Pagosa Springs area. We have what you need to enjoy the surrounding area and play outside from Jeep, tube and bicycle rentals in the summer to ski, snowboard and snowshoe rentals in the winter. We have any outdoor accessory you may need for all four seasons.

Reviewed By EuroWayne - Denver, United States

I booked an all day fly fishing trip and I had an amazing day. I caught the biggest cutthroat I have ever landed and had a great experience all around. I will definitely book with Ski and Bow Rack the next time I am in town.

10. Elk Heart Outfitters

W Fork Rd Next to Bruce Spruce Ranch, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 +1 970-731-2952 [email protected] http://www.elkheartoutfitters.com
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Elk Heart Outfitters

Reviewed By KCJalbert - Round Rock, United States

Adam and Nick were attentive, knowledgable, and fun guides as we went on trails through San Juan National Forest - the real deal, no neighborhood trails. Breathtaking views and well trained horses. We loved it!

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