The Top 20 Attractions in San Juan County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in San Juan County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, San Juan County is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Ice Lake
Highlight • Lake
Ice Lake is a stunning alpine lake that is perfect for a break. You are surrounded by the majestic peaks of Golden Horn, Pilot Knob and Ulysses S Grant Peak. …
Tip by
Lime Creek
Highlight • River
Lime Creek is the last decent and reliable water source if you hike the Colorado Trail southbound. There is a nicely shaded spot to take a break and filter the water. Campspots are not too easy to find here though.
Tip by
Sign up now to discover places like this
Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.
Sign up for free
Silverton
Highlight • Settlement
The small town of Silverton is an easy hitch from Molas Pass/Campground if you hike the Continental Divide or Colorado Trail. There is also an alternate route that leads you …
Tip by
Blackhawk Pass
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
This section of the Colorado Trail is called Blackhawk Pass and it leads up to 12,000 feet. When you ride up those switchbacks, you definitely feel the elevation.
Tip by
Colorado Trail Segment 25
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Segment 25 of the Colorado Trail leads into the stunning, colorful San Juan Mountains and takes you along small lakes and to bubbling creeks and rushing rivers. The ascents and …
Tip by
Trail around Andrews Lake
Highlight • Trail
With views of Snowdon Peak and other summits in the Weminuche Wilderness from the parking lot and waterside hiking along the banks of the lake, the Andrew Lake Trail loop …
Tip by
Clear Creek Waterfall
Highlight • Waterfall
Powerful waterfall, the trail leads right past it. Currently, the area is severely affected by avalanche damage.
Tip by
Island Lake
Highlight • Lake
Island lake is a cerulean-blue alpine lake nestled just north of Ice Lake below Grant Peak. This is one of the best views you will get in the Ice Lakes Basin.
Tip by
Lower Ice Lake Basin
Highlight • Viewpoint
Lower Ice Lake Basin is a great place to catch some breath again after the steep climb from Ice Lake Trailhead. Take a break to enjoy the scenery before your …
Tip by
Molas Co Trail next to the Rails from Steam train Durango-Silverton
Highlight • Trail
A few meters, the trail leads directly past the rails of the steam railway that runs between Silverton and Durango. There are three trains leaving from Durango to Silverton in …
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Sign up for free to discover even more attractions in San Juan County.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Other adventures in San Juan County
Most popular attractions in San Juan County
Get inspired with the komoot mobile app
With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures around London and beyond.
Didn’t find what you were looking for?
Are you keen on exploring more awesome places nearby? Browse our guides:
Explore more
Still not found the Highlight you’re looking for? See guides of the top attractions in other regions:
Front RangeLarimer CountyBoulder CountyEl Paso CountyJefferson CountyDenver CountyWhite River National ForestPike And San Isabel National ForestsSummit CountyArapahoe CountyArapaho And Roosevelt National ForestsBroomfieldSan Juan MountainsDouglas CountyMesa CountyClear Creek CountySan Juan National ForestGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre And Gunnison National ForestsMontrose CountySawatch RangeMontezuma CountyGrand CountyRoutt CountyAdams CountyGarfield CountyPitkin CountyLa Plata CountyWeld CountyLake CountyGunnison CountyFlat TopsOuray CountyAlamosa CountyPark CountyEagle CountyChaffee CountySaguache CountyMineral CountyGilpin CountySan Miguel CountyTeller CountyRio Grande National ForestFremont CountyHinsdale CountyRio Grande CountyMedicine Bow MountainsDelta CountyBroomfield CountyPueblo CountyMoffat CountyCuster CountyConejos CountyDolores CountyJackson CountyArchuleta County
Get ready to conquer new peaks
Sign up for Free