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Easy hikes and walks in Archuleta County

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Exploring Archuleta County on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Archuleta County. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: November 10, 2025

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1. Piedra River (Sheep Creek) Hot Springs — San Juan National Forest

4.59km

01:26

170m

Gentle riverside hike through old-growth pines leading to natural hot springs pools.

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2. Chimney Rock Trail — Chimney Rock National Monument

895m

00:16

30m

Gentle trail through ancient Puebloan ruins with rare lunar alignments between towering rock pinnacles.

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3. San Juan Riverwalk & Pagosa Wetlands Trail loop — Pagosa Springs

2.98km

00:47

20m

Riverside walk through geothermal wetlands with free natural hot spring pools and year-round birdwatching.

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4. Newt Jack, Bear, Catamount, Creek & Upper Rim loop — San Juan National Forest

6.27km

01:41

80m

Peaceful forest loop through San Juan wilderness where cattle graze alongside hiking trails.

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5. Great Kiva Trail loop — Chimney Rock National Monument

541m

00:09

10m

Paved trail through 1,000-year-old Ancestral Puebloan ruins featuring a massive ceremonial kiva.

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6. Coyote Hill Loop loop from Monte Vista

5.46km

01:31

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Chimney Rock – Great Kiva Trail loop from Bayfield

1.68km

00:29

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Opal Lake loop from Pagosa Springs

3.93km

01:13

140m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Gate 5 Trailhead loop from Pagosa Springs

6.59km

01:46

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. San Juan Riverwalk Overlook loop from Pagosa Springs

4.98km

01:16

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Archuleta County

1. Piedra River (Sheep Creek) Hot Springs — San Juan National Forest

2. Chimney Rock Trail — Chimney Rock National Monument

3. San Juan Riverwalk & Pagosa Wetlands Trail loop — Pagosa Springs

4. Newt Jack, Bear, Catamount, Creek & Upper Rim loop — San Juan National Forest

5. Great Kiva Trail loop — Chimney Rock National Monument

6. Coyote Hill Loop loop from Monte Vista

7. Chimney Rock – Great Kiva Trail loop from Bayfield

8. Opal Lake loop from Pagosa Springs

9. Gate 5 Trailhead loop from Pagosa Springs

10. San Juan Riverwalk Overlook loop from Pagosa Springs

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