Southwest Colorado Local Expert: Find Things To Do in Southwest Colorado

Mesa Verde National Park which includes landscape views and tranquil scenes

Mesa Verde National Park showing tranquil scenes, mountains and landscape views

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Montrose featuring landscape views and tranquil scenes

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Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

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Bamboo Fly Rod Building Workshop Tour

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Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

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Guided Backcountry Skiing - Ouray

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What to do in Southwest Colorado

Popular places to visit

Purgatory Ski Area featuring mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and snow

Purgatory Resort

Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.

Historic steam engine train in Colorado, USA

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Telluride Ski Resort

Telluride, CO is home to the massive Telluride Ski Resort with more than 2000 acres of skiable snow and many more reserved for the fantastic amenities of the ski village. With 93 trails and 18 lifts, the mountain is welcoming to beginners and professionals alike.

Wolf Creek Ski Area

Set within the breathtaking scenery of a national forest is a ski resort famous for its deep powder skiing, family-friendly activities and après-ski entertainment.

Ouray Hot Springs Pool

Enjoy a trip to Ouray Hot Springs Pool and popular activities such as hiking in Ouray. Amble around this quaint area's riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Crested Butte Mountain Resort

Enjoy thrilling year-round activities at this mountain resort tucked into the Colorado Rockies. Here, the value is in the experiences more than the name.

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Mesa Verde National Park Entrance

Explore the great outdoors at Mesa Verde National Park Entrance, a lovely green space in Mancos. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Mt. Princeton

Explore the great outdoors at Mt. Princeton and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Nathrop. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Monarch Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Salida with a visit to Monarch Ski Area. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Areas of Southwest Colorado

Mount Crested Butte

The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Mount Crested Butte. A stop by Red Lady Express Lift or Crested Butte Mountain Resort might round out your trip.

Aerial View of City of Telluride, Colorado From Ski Resort Gondola

Telluride Historic District

The captivating mountain views and stunning ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Telluride Historic District. A stop by Sheridan Opera House or Telluride Gondola Station might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Durango

The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Durango. A stop by Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or Animas River Trail might round out your trip.

Downtown Crested Butte

While visiting Downtown Crested Butte, you might make a stop by sights like Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce and Center for the Arts.

Downtown Salida

You'll enjoy the bars and riverfront in Downtown Salida. You might want to make time for a stop at Riverside Park or SteamPlant Theater and Event Center.