Gold Pan Acres: Cabins, RV Park, General Store & Cafe

719-376-5543

 

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Near Platoro Reservoir, high in the Scenic San Juan Mountains, Gold Pan Acres is a classic Colorado vacation spot offering full hookup RV sites, tent sites and cabin rentals.

Platoro was a mining town in the 1800's; today the treasures of the upper Conejos River Canyon are its' vast mountain peaks, recreation trails, lakes, and streams. The highest man-made Reservoir in North America, is Platoro Reservoir at 10,034 feet and it is just 2 miles above the town of Platoro.

Choose from one of three types of cabins. The Family River Cabin is the largest sleeping 16 people in 3 bedrooms and a loft. It is more secluded than the other cabins. The Covered porch overlooks the Conejos River. The River cabin sleeps 6 people. The Gold Pan Cabins are the newest and sleep 8 people. These 6 cabins all have fully equipped kitchen, bathrooms, and linens provided.

The general store sells DOW hunting, fishing & OHV licenses. You can also pick up any supplies you left at home including: groceries, batteries, fishing gear & tackle, and ice cream. It is also well stocked with camping gear: shirts, pants, coats, boots, blankets, & Goretex. Looking to take a part of your vacation home: no worries their store has disposable camera, a nice gift selection, original artwork and books about the area.

They are currently building a cafe that is planned to open summer 2012 and will serve breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Locations: From Antonito take Highway 17 west 20 miles, then north 23 miles on gravel Road. 120 Conejos Avenue, Platoro CO 81120. May - October 719-376-5543; November-April 254-634-5722.

    LODGING

  • Lodging Open Dates: 5/25 to 10/31

    • LODGING RATES

  • Nightly Lodging Rates On-Season: Range from $125 to $250

    • ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION

  • About Smoking: All non smoking units.
  • Cabins/Cottages with Cooking Facilities: 6
  • Camper Cabins/Yurts: 1
  • Units with Wood Fireplaces: 1
  • Units with Wood Stoves: 5

    • TECHNOLOGY IN UNITS

  • Units with TV: Some units.
  • Type of Reception: Satellite.
  • Number of Channels: 100
  • TV Screen 25" or Larger: Some units.
  • Internet Access in Units: Some units.
  • Internet Access with an Additional Fee: Through Wi-Fi wireless.

    • CAMPING

  • Camping Open Dates: 5/25 to 10/31

    • CAMPING RATES

  • Tent Camping Rates: $15 a night for two people.
  • RV Camping Rates: $23 a night for two people.

    • SITE DESCRIPTIONS

  • RV Sites: 20
  • Tent Sites: 6
  • Total Sites: 26
  • Full Hookups: 26 sites with water, electric and sewer.
  • RV Sites Wide Enough for Slideout(s) 20
  • Hot Showers in Winter: Yes

    • FACILITIES

  • Elevation: 9600 feet above sea level.
  • Region: South Central - Platoro
  • Location: Away from Town, but close to a community convenience store and restaurant.
  • Setting: Mountain views. Ranch setting.
  • Restaurant: On site.
  • Meals Regularly Served: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
  • On-Property in Central Area for Guests to Use: Central Area for OPEN Campfires. (If no local fire bans are active.)
  • Credit Cards: Visa Card. MasterCard. Discover Card.

    • PET POLICIES

  • Pets in Lodging: All Dogs are allowed in private rental units. There may be a fee or a deposit.
  • Pets at Campground & RV Park: Pets are allowed at campsites for no additional cost. Well-behaved dogs or cats are allowed on a leash outdoors while their owners are on-site.

    • HORSE FACILITIES

  • Guest's Horses Welcome (call for availability): You may bring your horse for an additional fee or deposit.
  • Fenced Pasture: Available for an additional fee or deposit.
  • Individual Horse Run/Pen: Available for an additional fee or deposit.
  • Horse Trailer Parking: On site.
  • Grain/Hay: Available for an additional fee or deposit.
  • Horse Trails: Trails start on site.

    • TECHNOLOGY FOR GUESTS TO USE IN A COMMON AREA

  • Wi-Fi Wireless Internet: Available with an additional fee.

    • GROUPS: REUNIONS, WEDDINGS, RETREATS AND MEETINGS

  • Groups Welcome: Club. Corporate. Reunion. Weddings. Elopements. Retreat.
  • Group Meeting Area: Outdoor area.
  • Central Area for OPEN Campfires: Yes. (If no local fire bans are active.)
  • Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in COVERED Outdoor Picnic Area: 32
  • Maximum # of Lodging Guests with a Group: 32

    • FUN THINGS TO DO

    PRIMARILY YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES

  • National Forests & BLM Lands: On site.
  • Designated Historic District, Site or Plaza: On site.
  • Ghost Town: On site.
  • Designated Hiking Trails: 10 minutes drive to trailhead.
  • Restaurant(s): On site.

    • PRIMARILY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

  • Fishing in River, Stream or Creek: Walking distance.
  • Fishing in Lake, Reservoir or Pond: 15 minutes drive.
  • Fishing Tackle Sold: On site.
  • Jeep Trails: Trails start on site. (Off road, back country, 4WD.)
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Tourist Train Rides: 60 minutes drive.
  • Mountain Bike Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Hunting in Area: 10 minutes drive.
  • Colorado Hunting Units/Areas: 80, 81,
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