Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Pagosa Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pagosa Springs

With a population of 1,727, Pagosa Springs is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Pagosa Springs deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Pagosa Springs

Whitewater Tubing
Nature & Outdoor Activities•Lake / River

When to visit Pagosa Springs

Pagosa Springs in March
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pagosa Springs in March
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pagosa Springs in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1.4 °F, with an average temperature of 19.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Pagosa Springs, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Pagosa Springs

Plane

Although Pagosa Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Durango La Plata County (DRO), which is located 42 miles from Pagosa Springs. Durango La Plata County is the most popular, with regular flights from Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Pagosa Springs departs from Las Vegas and takes around 4h 32m.

Car

Another option to get to Pagosa Springs is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 152 miles from Pagosa Springs. You’ll find branches of Ace and Payless, among others, in Albuquerque.

Plane

Although Pagosa Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Durango La Plata County (DRO), which is located 42 miles from Pagosa Springs. Durango La Plata County is the most popular, with regular flights from Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Pagosa Springs departs from Las Vegas and takes around 4h 32m.

Car

Another option to get to Pagosa Springs is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 152 miles from Pagosa Springs. You’ll find branches of Ace and Payless, among others, in Albuquerque.

Airports near Pagosa Springs

DRODurango La Plata County
GUCGunnison
TEXTelluride

Airlines serving Pagosa Springs

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,415 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pagosa Springs

Average rates range from around $265 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $244 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Alpine Inn and Hillside Inn Pagosa.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pagosa Springs

Most booked hotels in Pagosa Springs

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Club Wyndham Pagosa
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 776 reviews)
$94+
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High Creek Lodge & Cabins
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 243 reviews)
$148+
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Alpine Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1040 reviews)
$109+
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Healing Waters Resort and Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1073 reviews)
$168+
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The Springs Resort And Spa Pagosa Spring
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$511+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Okay (5, 162 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Pagosa Springs

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pagosa Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pagosa Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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