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Tours and day trips from Creede

Jeep the high passes of the San Juans, fish the Rio Grande, ride a narrow-gauge steam train or spend a day on the Great Sand Dunes. Every tour here is bookable online through Viator.

Mountains and rivers

Jeep roads over the high passes, trout water on the Rio Grande, trail rides and whitewater in the San Juan Mountains.

Steam trains, dunes and hot springs

Great days out within a few hours of Creede: two narrow-gauge steam railroads, the tallest dunes in North America and the hot springs of Pagosa.

Mines, hikes and winter

Go underground in an old silver and gold mine, hike above the treeline with a guide, or come in winter for snowshoes and the deep snow of Wolf Creek.

Booking tours around Creede: what to know

Creede is a small, remote town, so most of the bookable tours here start in Lake City, Durango, Pagosa Springs or the San Luis Valley. Plan them as day trips, or as stops on a longer Colorado road trip.

Summer is short

Most outdoor tours run from about June to September, and high jeep roads may not open until July after a snowy winter. Book summer weekends and the autumn colour season early.

Allow for the drive

Check the start point and time before you book. Durango is about three hours from Creede, and Lake City about an hour and a quarter over the Continental Divide.

Check what is included

  • Equipment, such as fishing gear, waders or snowshoes
  • Hotel pickup, or a meeting point
  • Entrance fees, licenses and permits
  • What happens if a tour is cancelled for weather

Cancellation terms

Many tours on Viator offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time, and some let you reserve now and pay later. Terms vary by tour, so read them before you book.

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Creede tours FAQ

Are there guided tours in Creede itself?

Creede is a small town, and most activities are run by local outfitters and guides, such as fishing guides, jeep rentals and the mining museum’s own tours. The tours on this site are bookable online and include day trips to Lake City, Durango, Pagosa Springs and the Great Sand Dunes.

Can I ride the Durango & Silverton train from Creede?

Yes, as a long day trip or an overnight stay. Durango is about three hours’ drive from Creede over Wolf Creek Pass. Many visitors combine Creede and Durango in one Colorado road trip.

Do I need a license to go fishing?

Yes. Anyone 16 or older needs a Colorado fishing license, sold online and at sporting goods shops. A guided trip is a good way to learn the local rivers, as much of the riverbank is private.

Is a jeep tour worth it?

Yes, if you want to reach the old mines and high passes of the San Juans without driving rough roads yourself. Jeep tours from Lake City, Ouray and Silverton run in summer and early autumn.

Can I cancel a tour if my plans change?

Many tours on Viator offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. Terms vary by tour, so check them on the booking page.

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