The areas the trail lead to are among some of my favorite pockets of Colorado. So as to create a…read morelittle intrigue, I will not note my favorite elements of this special place. You'll have to explore and find out. What I can say is the area is very untouched. But be prepared, study and you're certain to find known gems and perhaps other favorites.

All in all this is a pretty nice one stop recreation center. Nestled in the foothills of the San…read moreJuan's in the sleepy Mtn area known as Pagosa Springs sits this establishment. Overall it is very clean. They have a decent sized pool, jacuzzi and kids swimming area. The fitness center makes up 2 levels within the complex. They have racquetball courts as well! Take a peek at the brochure pictures I am including with more pricing and info!

Fast efficient and to my rescue!! Thank you Wilderness Journey of Pagosa (CO), for coming to my…read moretransportation needs...you have saved the day. My day was amazing because of your support, professional attitude, and kindness. Thank a bunch. Best Wishes, KolleenR.

I have mixed feelings about this company as a Shuttle/A1 Taxi service. While my drivers were…read morefriendly and efficient, the fare was VERY expensive for what it is. For myself and partner to get a pick up from DUR airport to Pagosa Springs, it was $135-one way. We booked it weeks in advance in anticipation of Ubers being scarce. I knew it would be pricey but this seemed like the reliable option. The unfortunate part was two days before our flight into CO, Wilderness Journeys called to let us know there would be a surprise added fee of $15+ (each way) to get to where we were staying. I'm not sure why because it was a Pagosa Springs address--about 5 miles (6min drive) from town center, so I'm guessing they prefer to only drop off at the main hotels, though that wasn't mentioned when I booked the service. This increased our fare to $150 each way. If Wilderness Journeys has other passengers potentially going to the airport at the same time and you're willing to be picked up "up to 45min later," they offer to give you 20% off your fare. I opted for that to save some dough. Unfortunately the day before our trip to the airport, they told us we would have to be picked up earlier (not later) because they were picking up 3 more people. This meant we got to the airport much, much earlier than requested/planned. Another upsetting part is they only gave the 20% discount for part of our trip, not our full fare. It offset part of the hidden fee, I guess--but I still ended up paying nearly $300 for the RT shuttle service for 2. :( * Tip: Ubers from Durango to Pagosa are less than half the price and readily available, per the locals. In hindsight, I recommend ubering from Durango to Pagosa. I'd use that money saved I saved to booked the shuttle due to availability on the way from Pagosa to Durango, as it appears to be harder to reliably get an uber from PS to DUR. I would also not opt to save the $20 to share the shuttle.

One of the best days! Challenging, unguided, and equipment…read moreperformed as expected. Adrenaline and peace. What a combination. Owner clearly explained his expectations. Do it!

Awesome experience. The trails they recommended were really fun and true off road. The machines are…read morefast and in good shape. We had two adults and two kids. Highlight of our summer trip for sure. Nothing compares. We'll rent from this place every time we come here.

We visited Pagosa Springs in early August and my wife treated my son and myself to a fly fishing…read moretrip. Brad was our guide and took us to the South Fork of the Rio Grande on the other side of the continental divide. Although it was a little dry this summer, there was enough water to hold fish (even though they were on the smallish side). Brad was extremely patient and helpful, especially with my teenage son. We were able to catch several brown trout and had an incredible day with him in the beautiful mountains!

We were in Pagosa Springs for 11 days, and I know my bf LOVES to fish, so we went on a fly-fishing…read moretrip to Rusty's place (private land) on Saturday morning, the day before we left. It was an absolute blast! I have NEVER fly-fished before, and I caught 3 "GOOD" sized fish - 13, 14, and 15 inches. Thomas maxed out with an 18-inch rainbow trout. Jamie was our guide, and he was just the absolute best. He allowed Thomas to do what he does, as he has fly-fished before, while still giving him pointers that helped him get better. Jamie was SUPER patient with me, gave me great pointers, was super informative, and even held my hand as I crossed the creek. I mean . . . c'mon! I got to meet the owners of the land we fished on and they were great--super kind and very genuine folks! I even got to see a MINK cross the trails and took pics of the geese and their goslings in the lake! The views were magnificent. Call ahead, and you get to choose if you want to fish for quantity or quality. We voted quality--hence the bigger fish, but fewer caught. We scheduled the whole thing online with ease, and Jamie called us back after he got off the water with prior clients. Honestly, when we go back again, odds are we will hit Jamie up again, but maybe more as friends, to go fish with us. If you're a newbie or experienced fisherperson, definitely check this place out and ask for Jamie! :)

We went on a 4 hour horse trail ride with their popular and happy wrangler named Tony. A man that…read morereally loves his job. What a great, beautiful and fun ride we had. Looking forward to checking out their elk outfitting they offer. QVC Toni B.

Just finished a five-day horseback ride/packing fishing trip into the Weminuche Wilderness guided…read moreby San Juan Outfitting and it was a fantastic experience. Whether you're an experienced horseman or a novice like me it's an experience you'll never forget. The mountain scenery was beautiful, the camp was comfortable, the food was delicious, and the fishing just doesn't get any better. At one point I was pulling out a trout on every third or forth cast, wow! I could not have done anything like this on my own. San Juan Outfitting handled the logistics, and their knowledeable guide coached us through the entire trip, even advising on where and how to catch the fish. If this is something on your bucket list, like it was mine, or just wanting to fish a new fishing spot, or wanting to experience a new and fun adventure -San Juan Outfitting is your ticket. They delivered what they advertised (http://sanjuanoutfitting.com).

This is a must while visiting the area; the crew are are approachable and loving- and the humans…read moreare super cool too. You will come away with amazing vistas, a bonding with nature and a real Rocky mountain high. I can't recommend this enough... it's soul therapy, put the gadgets away...meld into the wild. Do yourselves a favor, take this adventure.

This was a trip not to be missed! The whole experience from start to finish was great! The crew was…read morefun and friendly. The dogs were full of character and charm. It really was a fantastic day!

If you're gonna go once (and haven't flown before) - this was a great experience. They take you…read morethrough the entire process - unloading, set up, inflation, takeoff, flight, landing, deflation, and packing up. Outstanding. I'm not much for photos and that part was a bit much for me - they should ask if you even want to engage in the photos. I would have preferred just walking around and taking in the process. But overall outstanding and an amazing crew.

I had never done this before and now I know what to expect…read more What I learned... When making this reservation I didn't read anywhere that it would be with a group. When we arrived there were at least 20 adults & 1 ballon... So we were split up into 2 groups. 12 total can fit in the basket. I was really scared but the whole experience was very peaceful & not scary at all. This was pretty pricey ($358 total for 2) considering there were more people than expected, we had to wait for the 1st group, pictures were NOT included & "champagne" was a $5 bottle of Andre. We had just done a river rafting tour the day before & all our gear & pictures were included. What I would do different... Ask more questions prior. I would have liked to have gone along more scenic areas (along the river, closer to the mountains) vs the suburban neighborhoods. Had I known they load up the basket w/ various groups I would get a group of 12 friends/family. I think champagne on board would've been nice rather than in the parking lot at the end of the ballon ride. We liked one of our pictures enough to pay $40 for 1 digital picture.... As they say, "you don't know until you know" so Im not disappointed I just would either use a different company that offers different scenic tours, Private parties & pictures included or none at all.