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The beauty of Cowboy Lake attracts many people from all around. The San Juan and Jemez Mountains scenery is always beautiful. Cabbage Patch is a great place, and after a long day outdoors St.Elmo Hotel is a perfect spot to spend a night or two. But wait, there's more fun things to do in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. There's some out of the ordinary stuff to observe at Silver Jack Dam in the neighborhood of Cowboy Lake, and getting to Fox Creek from Cowboy
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It is very dried out here at Cowboy Lake generally; during September this area sees the most rain, and the driest month is February. So many amusing things to do at Cowboy Lake, so little time. The Lou Creek Trail offers hiking at its best; in the event that you don’t have a problem getting dripping wet, you can always go whitewater paddling on Cimarron River. This lake is so wonderful. Hiking along the Courthouse Trail is brilliant fun, and | |
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Cimarron River has a good whitewater paddling spot nearby.
This spot is so good, just look at all the fun things to do in close proximity to Cowboy Lake. Really splendid skiing awaits you at Silverton, and if you've had enough
of Cowboy Lake, Silver Jack Reservoir is nearby. Not enough hours in a day to enjoy the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. Cowboy Lake is not the only site nearby, Hanging Lake is a nearby lake, and Cowboy Lake is a great place to visit
for more than one day, Big Cimarron Campground is a great place to camp nearby.
Cowboy Lake is right by the Deer Creek Trail, and a good place to have a look at is Lou Creek Pass. This lake is so wonderful. Comfort Inn Ouray is
a tremendous place to get some rest, and Beaver Lake Campground is a brilliant campground nearby. During the summertime months at Cowboy Lake highs are ordinarily in the 80's, and throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 50's.
The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 30's while the cold winter nights at Cowboy Lake are in the 10's.
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Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.22778
Longitude: -107.5511
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Silverton, Colorado, 24 miles away
3000 vertical feet |
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Telluride, Colorado, 26 miles away
3530 vertical feet |
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| | Whitewater Near Cowboy Lake:
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Cimarron River, Gunnison / Montrose CountyCounty, 5 miles away
Class V+ - 10.2 miles long (Big Cimarron Campground to Cimarron Road bridge) |
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Cimarron River, Montrose CountyCounty, 12 miles away
Class V - 1 miles long (Cimarron to Gunnison River) |
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Henson Creek, Hinsdale CountyCounty, 17 miles away
Class IV-V - 6.7 miles long (Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City) |
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Silverton
| 23 miles away
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Unparalleled big-mountain powder and chairlift-served guided skiing with an emphasis on adventure - need we say more? Colorado's newest ski area is also its highest and most-expert, serving up exclusively non-groomed
advanced/expert terrain to powderhounds of all ages. Unguided skier permitted early and late season.
At Silverton Mountain, Colorado you will find amazing lines in every direction and one chairlift perfectly located to deliver you to the goods.
Imagine a place where the average total snowfall of over 400'' exceeds the amount of daily visitors. Advanced and expert only riding, no groomers, no clearcut runs and a real mountain experience with plenty of adventure on tap. All thrills no frills. During certain times of the season you are required to ski with a guide. Reserve your day in advance at
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Telluride
| 25 miles away
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... Chutes 6-10 opened to rave reviews in January. All told, the resort has expanded by nearly 400 acres, offering the most stunning skiing and riding on the continent over its 2000 acres.
Telluride effortlessly mingles urban sophistication, historic charm and mountain spirit.
The destination offers over 50 restaurants, bars and coffee shops. For aprŠs ski try Gorrono Ranch mid-mountain, Allred's or the turn-of-the-century Sheridan Bar on Main Street.
The varied restaurants offer a cuisine culture to rival New York and/or Los Angeles. From romantic bistros and western steakhouses to pizza joints and sushi bars, a delicious option for every taste abounds. A ride to the top of the gondola for breathtaking views and fare at Allred's Restaurant promises an evening never to forget.
Getting to Telluride is easy with nonstop flights from 9 U.S. cities on 6 commercial carriers to the Telluride/Montrose airports. Once you're here Telluride's free gondola is the main source of transportation - no traffic or long lines, and no driving once you've arrived!
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14 miles away
14 miles away
