South Fork

Travel 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

View of Bluff near North Clear Creek Falls Park in Colorado

Rio Vista Estates

While visiting Rio Vista Estates, you might make a stop by sights like Rio Grande National Forest and Rio Grande.

Rio Vista Estates
Panoramic of Wolf Creek Pass, Colorado.

Rivers Edge

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

Rivers Edge
A Scenic View from the West Fork Valley Overlook in Colorado

Ponderosa Pines

While Ponderosa Pines isn't home to many top sights, Rio Grande Club and Wolf Creek Anglers are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ponderosa Pines
Beaver Creek Reservoir, South Fork, Colorado

Beaver Mountain

Though Beaver Mountain might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rio Grande Club and Wolf Creek Anglers.

Beaver Mountain
LOGE Wolf Creek

LOGE Wolf Creek

3 out of 5
31042 US Highway 160 South Fork CO
The price is P5,496 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
P5,496
P7,960 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in South Fork. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (721 reviews)
Hot tub was broken and I paid for a s’mores package that was non-existent.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

LOGE Wolf Creek
Four Seasons Lodge

Four Seasons Lodge

2.5 out of 5
30362 US Hwy 160 South Fork CO
The price is P3,677 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
P3,677
P4,100 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in South Fork. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and archery on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (519 reviews)
Easy contactless check-in, close to the river, quiet. The bed was comfortable, room was dark. I am surprised that the room had a tub you could actually take a bath in (not just a shower), and easy access to neighboring towns.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Four Seasons Lodge
Quality Inn & Suites South Fork - Wolf Creek

Quality Inn & Suites South Fork - Wolf Creek

2.5 out of 5
182 East Frontage Rd South Fork CO
The price is P5,735 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
P5,735
P6,394 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South Fork. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (639 reviews)
I think this was then only chain type hotel there in South Fork? Staff was courteous. I was only passing through on my way up to Wolf Creek to ski and stayed for one evening but it worked well for my stop. The only thing I would keep in mind is that there is no elevator. So if you have a heavy amount ...

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Quality Inn & Suites South Fork - Wolf Creek
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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 WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad and Rio ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (219 reviews)
It was our second time staying here. The place was great. We enjoyed the lodging accommodations. Easy communication with owners and very helpful. Lots of amneties which makes it a home away from home. The heaters kept the cabin warm. We loved the big picture window that looked up the mountain and ...

Reviewed on Mar 1, 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 WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Wolf Creek Anglers and Rio Grande Club are located ...
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 WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wolf Creek Anglers and Rio Grande Club are located ...
Chinook Cabins & RV Park
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Early morning light in spring brightens trees in Coller State Wildlife Area, located along the Rio Grande and the road to Creede in the San Juan Mountains of southern Colorado

Coller State Wildlife Area

Explore the great outdoors at Coller State Wildlife Area, a lovely green space in South Fork. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the ski slopes.

Coller State Wildlife Area
Mountain landscapes in Colorado's San Juan National Forest.

Elwood Pass

Explore the great outdoors at Elwood Pass, a lovely green space in South Fork. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the ski slopes.

Elwood Pass

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
Pagosa Springs showing watersports, a river or creek and a small town or village

Pagosa Springs