Area Info More information about recreating in the San Juan National Forest, BLM, Chicago Basin, Canyon of the Ancients, SW Colorado, and the Weminuche Wilderness.

The Magical Places of the
San Juans

Home to some of the worlds most amazing places...

Our surrounding public lands offer so many opportunities to get out and enjoy. We love to talk with you about trail conditions, wildflower viewings, day hikes, backpacking, trails for horseback or OHV use, or camping. For more area information or to bounce your recreation plans off of someone knowledgable about the area, feel free to contact us and we'd be happy to provide you with more specific information.

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Special Places of the San Juans

Explore the awe inspiring beauty that can be found at home in the San Juan Mountains

From wildflower meadows to majestic peaks, the San Juan Mountains are home to some of the most awe inspiring natural beauty in the United States. Whether you want to discover waterfalls or you want to see wildlife in their natural environment, let the SJMA help you responsibly explore the our most beautiful and unique places...

Chicago Basin

Chicago Basin is a small part of the 487,912-acre Weminuche…

Alpine Loop

The Alpine Loop is a 65-mile historic backcountry 4X4 route…

Colorado Trail

Each year, thousands of hikers, horseback riders, and mountain bikers…

San Juan Skyway

The San Juan Skyway is one of the most scenic…

Ice lakes Basin

Ice Lakes Basin is an iconic high-alpine basin in the…

Have Questions? Need some expert advice? The SJMA can help you responsibly explore the San Juans...

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About Us

SJMA was created in 1988 to assist the San Juan National Forest in providing education and interpretation of public lands in Southwest Colorado. SJMA has a participating agreement with the San Juan National Forest and the Bureau of Land Management Tres Rios Field Office to develop educational programs, publications and volunteer projects, as well as provide interpretive services.