Columbine Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Columbine Lake
Popular places to visit
Purgatory Resort
Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
Animas River Trail
You can take time to visit Animas River Trail during your travels to Durango. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Fort Lewis College
Explore the campus of Fort Lewis College during your visit to Durango. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Mercy Regional Medical Center
If Mercy Regional Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Durango.
Cliffs at Tamarron
Play a round of golf at Cliffs at Tamarron and enjoy other activities in Durango such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Activities
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Columbine Lake Hotel Deals
Luxury Mountain Cabin overlooking Cascade Creek 7th nite FREE
Everything about the house was exceptional! Location to the ski resort was minutes - perfect for our kids who don’t like a long drive to and from, but also gives us more privacy than a hotel. Clean house, comfortable beds, and The hot tub was always hot and so nice after skiing! We cooked every night ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Secluded Modern Home on 132 Acres, 2 Miles to Purgatory Ski Area
This is a beautiful cabin! We had everything we needed and our host was very good about allowing early arrival and gave us some extra time at checkout as well! We will definitely be trying to stay here again!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Cabin on Lake Purgatory across from Purgatory Ski Area - Specials Now
Great place! Excellent location for skiing Purgatory. House was well stocked with everything we needed and exactly as described.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Secluded Mountain Home on Columbine Lake - Decks/Views - 1 mile to Purgatory
Everything was great!!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
5BR Lodge, 1mi to Ski, HotTub, PoolTable, Firepit, Sleeps 12, Easy Access
Kendall Mountain Lodge
Not a great place …
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Columbine Lake
The Ranch
The Ranch might not have many top sights, but Durango Hot Springs Spa and Hermosa Creek Trailhead are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Dalton Ranch
If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Aspen Trails
While there might not be top attractions in Aspen Trails, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lemon Reservoir and Horse Thief Park.
Los Ranchitos Estates
You might consider checking out Lemon Reservoir while you're exploring Los Ranchitos Estates and the larger Durango area.
Durango Hills
Durango Hills might not have many top sights, but Animas Mountain Trailhead and Hillcrest Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Turtle Lake
Though Turtle Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Animas River and San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office.
