South Fork Visitor Center

800-571-0881

 

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Getaway to the Silver Thread Scenic Byway -- South Fork is famous for hunting, fishing, camping, rafting, snowmobiling, skiing, hiking, biking, golf, wildlife, photography, scenic and historic driving tours. With 24 lodges, 11 restaurants and many unique shops we invite you to join us in the good life where the breathtaking scenery and family oriented atmosphere will captivate and draw you back year after year.

WELCOME TO SILVER THREAD COUNTRY: In 1990, a portion of Highway 149 was given the distinction of becoming a National Forest Service and Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway. This historic route carries you on a 135 mile journey between the towns of South Fork, Creede, Lake City and on to Blue Mesa Reservoir just west of Gunnison. The colorful old mining camps of the Silver Thread offer history, scenic beauty, and a heavy dose of authenticity.

THE RIO GRANDE RIVER is an awesome river with a lot of diversity. The Rio is primarily a brown trout river with some nice bows and cuts. Fish are very gullible and range in size from 11 to 16 inches and you always need to be ready for a monster. Streamer fishing in the late winter and spring gives way to dry fly fishing in early summer.

WOLF CREEK SKI RESORT is a high alpine ski resort, 10,300 feet at the base and 11,900 feet at the summit. Sunscreen and sunglasses are a necessity in the high altitude sun. Six lifts service incredibly beautiful terrain, over 1,600 acres.

For more information or a brochure: 28 Silver Thread Lane, PO Box 1030, South Fork CO 81154; 800-571-0881; 719-873-5512.

    FACILITIES

  • Specialty Discounts (call for availability): Stay & Play Packages
  • Elevation: 8200 feet above sea level.
  • Region: Southwest - South Fork Area
  • Restaurant: On site.
  • Credit Cards: Visa Card. MasterCard.

    • GROUPS: REUNIONS, WEDDINGS, RETREATS & MEETINGS

  • Groups Welcome: Club. Corporate. Reunion. Weddings. Youth group with adult leaders. Retreat.
  • Group Meeting Area: Indoor room.
  • Central Area for OPEN Campfires: Yes. (If no local fire bans are active.)
  • Central Picnic Area with BBQ Grills: Yes
  • Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in Indoor Meeting Room: 200

    • FUN THINGS TO DO

  • Open Dates For On-Site Activities: All Year

    • PRIMARILY YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES

  • National Park OR Monument: On site.
  • National Forests & BLM Lands: On site.
  • State Parks: On site.
  • Designated Historic District, Site or Plaza: On site.
  • Ghost Town: On site.
  • Designated Scenic/Historic Byway: Along the scenic byway.
  • Designated Hiking Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Museum: On site.
  • Golf Course: On site.
  • Restaurant(s): On site.
  • Internet Cafe: On site.

    • PRIMARILY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

  • Fishing in River, Stream or Creek: On site.
  • Fishing in Lake, Reservoir or Pond: On site.
  • Guided Fishing Trips (Licensed): Wade Fishing. Float Fishing. Lake Fishing.
  • Fishing Tackle Sold: On site.
  • Fly Shop: On site.
  • Boat Rentals: Canoe, Raft, Row, Paddle &/or Motor: On site.
  • Whitewater Rafting Office/Pickup point: On site.
  • Horseback Trail Rides (Guided): On site.
  • Horse Rides with a Wrangler (Open Range): On site.
  • Horse Riding Lessons: On site.
  • Jeep Trails: Trails start on site. (Off road, back country, 4WD.)
  • Jeep Rentals: On site.
  • Jeep Tours: On site (off road, back country, 4WD, Jeep® or jeeping).
  • 4-Wheel Drive Sales & Services: On site.
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Trails: Trails start on site.
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Rentals: On site.
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Tours: On site.
  • ATV Sales & Services: On site.
  • Tourist Train Rides: On site.
  • Mountain Bike Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Bike Path: Path starts on site.
  • Bicycle Shop: On site.
  • Waterfall Trails: Trails start on site.

    • HUNTING

  • Hunting in Area: On site.
  • Guided Hunts: Yes.
  • Drop Camps: Yes.
  • Private Land Unguided Hunting On-Site: Yes.
  • Rifle Hunting Season: Yes.
  • Archery Hunting Season: Yes.
  • Muzzle Loading Hunting Season: Yes.
  • Bird Hunting (Turkey, Grouse, Pheasant): Yes.
  • Deer Hunting: Yes.
  • Elk Hunting: Yes.
  • Bear Hunting: Yes.
  • Mountain Lion Hunting: Yes.
  • Bighorn Sheep Hunting: Yes.
  • Mountain Goat Hunting: Yes.
  • Moose Hunting: Yes.
  • Antelope Hunting: Yes.
  • Colorado Hunting Units/Areas: 68, 76, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 97,

    • WINTER ACTIVITIES

  • Downhill/Snowboarding Ski Area: Ski in/Ski out.
  • Cross Country Skiing Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Ski/Snowboard Equipment Rentals: On site.
  • Snowshoe Trails: Trails on site.
  • Ice Fishing: On site.
  • Snowmobile Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Snowmobile Rentals: On site.
  • Snowmobile Tours: On site.
  • Snowmobile Sales & Services: On site.
  • Ice Skating (outdoor) Skates Available: On site.
  • Sled/Tube Hill Equipment Available: On site.
  • Sleigh Rides: On site.
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