Take a day trip to Telluride! Depending on your stay in either Ridgway or Ouray, it is about a 50-60 min drive. Explore this historic mountain town and all it has to offer.
Enjoy the hot springs right in Ouray!
Southwest Colorado has many hiking and biking options. Take a look at All Trails for hikes that suit your experience level. Be sure to drink plenty of water and take it easy! There are also mountain bike rentals in both Ouray and Ridgway.
Nestled against the San Juan Mountains and surrounded by the Uncompahgre River Valley, Ridgway is a stunning park. The reservoir offers water activities like boating, fishing, water skiing and swimming. Wildlife enthusiasts can spot deer, eagles, foxes and more. Hikers and bikers have 14 miles of trails to explore, and for campers the park has RV sites, electrical sites, tents-only areas and heated yurts.