Goldpan Cabins and RV Park - Platoro, Colorado

ADVENTURES IN THE HIGH COUNTRY of Platoro, Colorado!
Join us at Gold Pan for a Great Outdoor Experience!

Located in South Central Colorado, Platoro (elevation 9900 feet) is nestled in the Rio Grande National Forest and surrounded by the San Juan Wilderness. Founded in the late 1800's as a mining town, Platoro is a combination of the Spanish words for Silver (Plata) and gold (oro). Both were once mined in this picturesque mountain setting. Today, the treasures of the upper Conejos River canyon are the vast mountain peaks (ranging from 9000 feet to over 13,000 feet), numerous trails, lakes, and streams. The highest manmade resevoir in North America, is the Platoro Resevoir at 10, 034 feet and is just 2 miles above the town of Platoro.

Gold Pan offers:

General Store -well stocked

20 unit RV Park with hook ups,

Family River Cabin (sleeps 16) rental

River Cabin (sleeps 6) rental

4 Gold Pan Cabins (sleeps 8) rental

Open Memorial weekend through Late October (weather permitting).

ATV Trails - Many designated Forest Service 2 and 4 wheel drive roads/trails are available throughout the area. Riders must stay on marked trails!

Fishing / Boating - Hundreds of miles of streams and high mountain lakes for fishing Rainbow, Brook, Brown and Cutthroat Trout. The Conejos River offers "Trophy" fishing waters, beginning right at the concrete bridge in the town of Platoro. Platoro Reservoir and nearby Mix Lake are stocked with Rainbow and Brown Trout as well as Kokanee Salmon. During the summer of 2007, a new boat launch was completed at Platoro Reservoir, enabling boaters better access to the lake.

Hunting - A wide variety of excellent hunting opportunities exist in the Platoro area. Thousands of acres of public land are available to hunt elk, mule deer, bear, small game, grouse and more. See the Colorado Division of Wildlife for further information on hunting in Section 81.

Biking / Hiking / Backpacking - Dozens of trails to hike! Trails vary from an easy, day-hike to more difficult, overnight adventures into remote regions. Numerous NFS trails to streams, lakes, and Continental Divide Trail.

Backcountry Drives / Sight Seeing / Photography - Travel mountain roads that offer unparalleled beauty (Scenic Vistas, Wildlife, Fall Foliage and much more)

Horseback Riding / Gold Panning - Dozens of trails to Horseback ride! Beautiful streams and old mines to relive the Gold Panning days. Many Horseback riding tours available close by in Platoro.

Outfitters and Guide services are available locally.

BEAUTIFUL SCENIC COLORADO AT ITS BEST

ADVENTURES IN THE HIGH COUNTRY of Platoro, Colorado! Join us at Gold Pan for a Great Outdoor Experience!
Located in South Central Colorado, Platoro (elevation 9900 feet) is nestled in the Rio Grande National Forest and surrounded by the San Juan Wilderness. Founded in the late 1800's as a mining town, Platoro is a combination of the Spanish words for Silver (Plata) and gold (oro). Both were once mined in this picturesque mountain setting. Today, the treasures of the upper Conejos River canyon are the vast mountain peaks (ranging from 9000 feet to over 13,000 feet), numerous trails, lakes, and streams. The highest manmade resevoir in North America, is the Platoro Resevoir at 10, 034 feet and is just 2 miles above the town of Platoro.
*Gold Pan offers:* *General Store -well stocked* *20 unit RV Park with hook ups,* *Family River Cabin (sleeps 16) rental* *River Cabin (sleeps 6) rental* *4 Gold Pan Cabins (sleeps 8) rental* *Open Memorial weekend through Late October (weather permitting).*
ATV Trails - Many designated Forest Service 2 and 4 wheel drive roads/trails are available throughout the area. Riders must stay on marked trails!
Fishing / Boating - Hundreds of miles of streams and high mountain lakes for fishing Rainbow, Brook, Brown and Cutthroat Trout. The Conejos River offers "Trophy" fishing waters, beginning right at the concrete bridge in the town of Platoro. Platoro Reservoir and nearby Mix Lake are stocked with Rainbow and Brown Trout as well as Kokanee Salmon. During the summer of 2007, a new boat launch was completed at Platoro Reservoir, enabling boaters better access to the lake.
Hunting - A wide variety of excellent hunting opportunities exist in the Platoro area. Thousands of acres of public land are available to hunt elk, mule deer, bear, small game, grouse and more. See the Colorado Division of Wildlife for further information on hunting in Section 81. Biking / Hiking / Backpacking - Dozens of trails to hike! Trails vary from an easy, day-hike to more difficult, overnight adventures into remote regions. Numerous NFS trails to streams, lakes, and Continental Divide Trail. Backcountry Drives / Sight Seeing / Photography - Travel mountain roads that offer unparalleled beauty (Scenic Vistas, Wildlife, Fall Foliage and much more)
Horseback Riding / Gold Panning - Dozens of trails to Horseback ride! Beautiful streams and old mines to relive the Gold Panning days. Many Horseback riding tours available close by in Platoro.
Outfitters and Guide services are available locally.


BEAUTIFUL SCENIC COLORADO AT ITS BEST