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Vallecito Lake

Vallecito (15 miles north of Durango), CO
Vallecito lake
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Ranked #725 of 1,400 attractions in Colorado
5.0 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
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“Great View”
- Mar 27, 2012
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Bayfield, Colorado
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Great View”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

I live near this lake so I decided to go on a drive with friends visiting the area, they loved the openess of the area. And it is a great location to take family photos! More

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Omaha, Nebraska
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8 reviews 8 reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Quiet, Pretty Lake. A little off the beaten path.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 13, 2010
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You can drive around the whole perimeter of the lake, including across the dam. My kids and I spotted a Falcon and its nest. Just a few boaters were out. The lakeside wasn't marshy or murky like many shore lines are. Beautiful Scenery, relaxing, kids loved playing on the water's edge. This was the best lake I've ever been too.... More

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ABQ
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“My Favorite Place on Eart”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 30, 2010
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person found this review helpful

This is my home away from home. I've been going to Vallecito Lake for 10 years now. It's my family's favorite place for camping. We just recently got back last sunday from a week long camping trip. We always stay at Five Branches RV Park which is the best in the area. There are so many things to do in... More

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Albuquerque, NM
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Beautiful Home”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 6, 2003
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people found this review helpful

There is plenty to do at this beautiful lake, from camping, rving, cabining, boating, hiking, horse trail tours, hunting, fishing, biking, canoeing, dining, and picnicing. I may have missed a few things to do there but I am sure when you get there you will be happy. The water level is good and has been better in the past. Every... More

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