South Fork Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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Rio Vista Estates

If you're spending some time in Rio Vista Estates, Rio Grande National Forest and Rio Grande are top sights worth seeing.

Rio Vista Estates
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Rivers Edge

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

Rivers Edge
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Ponderosa Pines

While there might not be top attractions in Ponderosa Pines, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad and Rio Grande Club.

Ponderosa Pines
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Beaver Mountain

Beaver Mountain might not have many top sights, but Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad and Rio Grande Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Beaver Mountain
LOGE Wolf Creek

LOGE Wolf Creek

3 out of 5
31042 US Highway 160 South Fork CO
Stay at this lodge in South Fork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (701 reviews)
Great stay other than broken jacuzzi.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

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Four Seasons Lodge

Four Seasons Lodge

2.5 out of 5
30362 US Hwy 160 South Fork CO
The price is ₹6,396 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
₹6,396
₹7,132 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in South Fork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and archery on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (509 reviews)
Essie check in. They send you room number and door access code before you arrive. The room was pretty good and clean. Not bad for the price at all.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Four Seasons Lodge
Quality Inn & Suites

Quality Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
182 East Frontage Rd South Fork CO
The price is ₹9,574 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
₹9,574
₹10,675 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South Fork. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (628 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 9 Jan 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 Wi-Fi, 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 1 Jan 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 Wi-Fi, 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 2 Dec 2025

Riverside Meadows Cabins
Chinook Cabins & RV Park

Chinook Cabins & RV Park

3 out of 5
29668 W Hwy 160 South Fork CO
Stay at this cabin in South Fork. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wolf Creek Anglers and Rio Grande Club are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (275 reviews)
Love coming to Chinook Cabins. Been staying here for years. Cabins are very nice, cozy and quiet. Staff is amazing and so friendly..

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

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Popular places to visit

Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad

You can learn about the history of South Fork with a stop at Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad

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

Wolf Creek Anglers

Enjoy an outing to Wolf Creek Anglers during your stay in South Fork. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Wolf Creek Anglers

Cities near South Fork

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

Pagosa Springs

View of Creede, Colorado, USA from the Bachelor Historic Loop. Driving the loop passes old abandoned mining structures and beautiful scenery. #LifeAtExpedia

Creede

Del Norte featuring signage

Del Norte

Coming around a curve on a forest service that you’ve been on for 25 miles to see this. San Juan mountains in Colorado.

Antonito

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