South Fork Parks and Outdoors Travel Guide

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By Kim Lipker
  • South Fork is located where the Rio Grande River emerges from the San Juan Mountains and joins with its south fork on the western side of the San Luis Valley. Think of rushing crystal clear mountain water—these two rivers are a match made in mountain, spring-run-off heaven.
  • Anglers love this area because there are 47 tributaries and 500 miles of fishing streams between South Fork and the headwaters of the Rio Grande. There are 13 lakes, accessible by car or short hikes, within 20 minutes of town. The weather is mild, the sky is mostly clear, and the views are amazing.
  • Area fly shops and guide services offer guided float trips, wade trips, and fly-fishing lessons on the Rio Grande near Creede and South Fork. Have the locals do all of the work if you can, or learn something new in the process.
  • Brown trout, rainbow trout, brookies, and Rio Grande cutthroat are all found in the many waters around South Fork. These are wild species that don't adapt quietly to an expertly tied fly.
  • Spring, summer, fall, and winter are all good times to fish. Local guides say that fall, particularly mid-September through mid-October, is the best time to fish. The crowds are also gone at this point, which increases your chances of being able to enjoy the solitude.

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Hotels

Riverside Meadows Bed & Breakfast

2 Dodge City Rd.
South Fork, CO 81154

Distance: 0.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Arbor House Bed & Breakfast

31358 W US Hwy. 160
South Fork , CO 81154

Distance: 1.0 mi.
(from destination center)

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Apple Dumpling Bed & Breakfast

P.O. Box 211
South Fork, CO 81154

Distance: 0.1 mi.
(from destination center)

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Attractions

Wolf Creek Ski & Sports

expert favorite attraction
49 Vista St.
South Fork, Colorado 81154

Distance: 0.3 mi. (from destination center)

Description: A popular ski site in winter, Wolf Creek also hosts a number of warm-weather activities, including fishing, hunting, and ATV tours. ... Read More
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South Fork Anglers

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Downtown Creede


Distance: 1.0 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Join guided trips on the Rio Grande for a day of floating, wading, or fly fishing. South Fork Anglers offers multi-day excursions and lessons.... Read More
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Mountain Man Tours, LLC

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Historic Creede
Corner of Hwy. 149 and Main St.


Distance: 19.6 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Float down the Rio Grande with trained experts—Mountain Man Tours leads oar- and paddle-guided... Read More
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Airports

Major Airports near South Fork

Distance (mi.)
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport 131.1 map
Albuquerque International Airport 181.2 map
Denver International Airport 183.6 map

Other Smaller Airports near South Fork

Distance (mi.)
Alamosa Municipal Airport 45.4 map
Durango La Plata Airport 70.8 map
Montrose County Airport 88.8 map

Flight Deals to South Fork

Originating From
Phoenix (PHX) to Colorado Springs (COS) $165
Ontario (ONT) to Colorado Springs (COS) $233
Baltimore (BWI) to Colorado Springs (COS) $242
Chicago (CHI) to Colorado Springs (COS) $381

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