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If you are in La Plata county it's always a good idea to stop by Taylor Reservoir. A common amount of rainfall falls here at Taylor Reservoir; most of the rain falls all through August, and the driest of the months is June. Twin Lakes is a brilliant lake in the vicinity of Taylor Reservoir, and there's nice hiking along the Highline Trail. This lake is so wonderful. Head up to Hesperus Ski Center and strap some skis to your feet, and one of the major traits of
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| | the surroundings of Taylor Reservoir is Cumberland Mountain. At Taylor Reservoir during the summer months highs are in the 70's. Summer nighttime lows sink down to the 30's. Daytime highs during the wintertime are in the 30's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Taylor Reservoir. You imagine that's enough? Just getting warmed up. Hiking is a popular thing to do around Taylor Reservoir; Highline Loop Trail is a great local trail; you don’t have | |
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to go far from Taylor Reservoir to see the water at Taylor Dam. After a long day outdoors Ramada Limited-Durango is a perfect location to spend a night or two, and if you come at the right time of year, Animas River offers some delightful
whitewater. This lake is so wonderful. Camping is available at Lightner Creek Campground; why not take a refreshing hike along the Goodhope Stock Driveway. Columbus Basin is a delightful location here at Taylor Reservoir, and
there are other locations here than Taylor Reservoir, for example Grindstone Lake. A day on the slopes of Durango is just what you need, and glide down the rapids of Hermosa Creek in a kayak. Life's too short to enjoy all the
entertaining things in the neighborhood of Taylor Reservoir. Camping at Kroeger Campground is always a nice experience, and getting to Columbus Creek from Taylor Reservoir is trouble-free. Kennebec Pass is in the neighborhood of Taylor
Reservoir and is a splendid location, and Best Western Mountain Shadows is a good location to get some rest. There are plenty of folks from Durango here at Taylor Reservoir.
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Coordinates: Latitude: 37.47167 Longitude: -108.015
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Durango, Colorado, 19 miles away 2029 vertical feet |
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Telluride, Colorado, 28 miles away 3530 vertical feet |
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Hermosa Creek, La Plata CountyCounty, 10 miles away Class IV-V - 24 miles long (Hermosa Park to US 550) |
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Animas River, La Plata CountyCounty, 15 miles away Class III - 6.5 miles long (32nd St. Park to Purple Cliffs) |
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Animas River, San Juan/ La Plata CountyCounty, 16 miles away Class IV-V - 2.6 miles long (Tacoma to Rockwood Rail Yard) |
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Durango Koa Kampground
 | 14 miles away This KOA (formerly Durango North KOA) is no longer in the KOA system.... |
Mormon Reservoir
 | 18 miles away The Mormon Reservoir is located on Hay gulch stream before it flows into La Plata River. In the late 1920's the Mormon Church in Utah paid to have the damn across Hay Gulch constructed for the Mormon village of Red Mesa. Water is stored in the reservoir until it is needed for farmers at Red Mesa. The water is released into the La Plata River and is measured for agricultural purposes during the drier part of the summer. Young men from Red Mesa built frame buildings on the rocky and wooded west hillside going into Hay Gulch. Until the damn was completed the workers stayed in these dwellings. All of the work on the earthen damn was done by hand and horse drawn equipment. Dynamite was used to blast boulders used on the damn to hold the water in place until needed. The impounded water becomes undrinkable by early summer when it has a strong odor. Water dogs (salamanders) and tadpoles become prolific as the summer advances. On hot summer days the water is very refreshing for swimmers. In Luther Butler's novel, Homesteaders and Sheepherders, details of the reservoir are given... |
Telluride
 | 27 miles away 4 PHOTOS ...nt 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! For accommodations, arrange your stay through the new Telluride Resort Lodging, offering a full range of properties including the luxury Platinum Properties. For information and Stay & S... |
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