What's Forest Lakes Like?
If you want to find the perfect part of the city to explore, why not check out Forest Lakes? Take time to see the sights like Lake SImpatico Trailhead while you're here.
How to Get to Forest Lakes
Flying to:
- Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO), 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Forest Lakes
- Durango, CO (AMK-Animas Air Park), 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from Forest Lakes
Things to See and Do in and around Forest Lakes
What to See in Forest Lakes
- Vallecito Lake
- Fort Lewis College
- Animas River
- Chimney Rock National Monument
- San Juan National Forest
Other Popular Forest Lakes Attractions
- Lemon Reservoir
- Los Pinos River
- Weminuche Wilderness
When Is the Best Time to Visit Bayfield?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 64°F)
- Coldest months: January, December, February, March (average 24°F)
- Rainiest months: December, September, July, January (average 2 inches of rainfall)