Cabins and vacation homes near Vallecito Lake outside Durango, Colorado, with full kitchens, fireplaces and pet-friendly rooms.
At a glance
- Price
- $$
- Pets
- Yes
- Book on
- ResNexus
- Price
- Moderate
Bear Paw Lodge sits in the San Juan National Forest, about half a mile from the Vallecito Lake shoreline and 22 miles northeast of Durango. The property offers one- to three-bedroom mountain cabins and two- to six-bedroom vacation homes, making it workable for a couple's weekend or a full family reunion.
Every unit comes with a fully equipped kitchen, living and dining space, Wi-Fi, and either a fireplace or wood stove. Vacation homes add charcoal grills and, in many cases, a private outdoor picnic area. On the grounds, guests share a playground with cornhole, horseshoes, a sandbox, and a large fire pit, plus options for volleyball, ladderball, and spikeball.
Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out at 10:00 AM. Pets are allowed, and the lodge is set up for groups, couples, and families alike. Durango is a short drive away for restaurants and bars, while Vallecito Lake itself handles watersports, fishing, and hunting access to the surrounding Weminuche Wilderness. Mesa Verde National Park and Purgatory Resort are both reachable for a day trip.
Bookings run through ResNexus via the lodge's website, or guests can call ahead to check availability and ask about rates for specific cabins or homes. The address is 18011 Co Rd 501, Bayfield, Colorado.
Good to know
- How do I book a stay at Bear Paw Lodge?
- Reservations are handled through ResNexus on the lodge's website, or you can call (970) 884-2508 to check availability.
- What are check-in and check-out times?
- Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 10:00 AM.
- Are pets allowed?
- Yes, Bear Paw Lodge is pet friendly, though it's worth confirming any pet fees or restrictions directly with the lodge.
- Is there Wi-Fi and are kitchens included?
- All cabins and vacation homes include complimentary Wi-Fi and a fully equipped kitchen with cookware, dishes, and basic cooking appliances.
- How far is the lodge from Durango and Vallecito Lake?
- It's about 22 miles from Durango, and the property sits roughly half a mile from the Vallecito Lake shoreline.
Details checked October 4, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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