Chama Lake - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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This is a major tributary river of the Rio Grande, is located in the U.S. states of Colorado and New Mexico. The river is about 130 miles long altogether. From its source to El Vado Dam its length is about 50 miles , from El Vado Dam to Abiquiu Dam is about 51 miles, and from Abiquiu Dam to its confluence with the Rio Grande is about 34 miles.

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Chalk Mountains

Chalk Mountains

13.06km from Chama Lake

The Chalk Mountains are a mountain range in Archuleta County, Colorado. Chalk Mountain is interesting in its remoteness and lack of traffic, as well as its spectacular view from the summit. Compared to Front Range peaks, it is fairly neglected.

Red Lake Trail

Red Lake Trail

14.32km from Chama Lake

This is a beautiful hike with spectacular scenery as the payoff. After a brief uphill the trail levels off. Wear shoes that are waterproof. The snow melt off runs through June and sometimes into early July.This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and fishing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Opal Lake

Opal Lake

15.04km from Chama Lake

A beautiful freshwater lake located on the western region of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, in King County, Washington. The lake is connected by stream to Emerald Lake and Jade Lake, which form together the Neckelace Valley Lakes. Opal Lake and its surrounding lakes and peaks are a popular area for hiking, swimming, and fishing Rainbow trout. Access to Opal Lake and other Necklace Valley Lakes is through Necklace Valley Trail #1062.

Buckles Lake Trailhead

Buckles Lake Trailhead

18.18km from Chama Lake

The Buckles Lake trail is 3 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 663m - Buckles Lake Rd., continues past Buckles Lake and ends at Harris Lake. The trail is open for Hiking, Horseback Riding.The trail continues past Buckles Lake to Harris Lake. Both Buckles and Harris Lakes are reservoirs where you can find Cutthroat and Brown trout. If you like fishing, the lakes are good options with calm water and plenty of room to cast.

Rio Grande National Forest

Rio Grande National Forest

18.29km from Chama Lake

Rio Grande National Forest comprises 1.86 million acres in south-central Colorado. It’s one of the more secluded national forests in the state and is located near Pagosa Springs and the town of Creede.The forest encompasses the San Luis Valley, which is the world's largest agricultural alpine valley, as well as one of the world's largest high deserts located around mountainsThere are numerous treasures to uncover in this often overlooked and under-visited part of the Rockies.

Blackhead Peak

Blackhead Peak

23.61km from Chama Lake

Blackhead is a rugged peak that rises to the east of the town of Pagosa Springs in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado. It is one of the peak which gives you a beautiful view of this area.

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Archuleta County

Archuleta County

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Archuleta County is a gateway to the beautiful Southwest Colorado. Pagosa Springs, the county seat and largest city of Archuleta County, sits quietly at 7,079 feet in the heart of the San Juan Mountains.It is the gateway to 2.8 million acres of wilderness and national forest areas including the San Juan National Forest, Weminuche Wilderness Area and the South San Juan Wilderness Area.

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