Bear Paw Lodge & Vacation Homes

“I absolutely loved my time at Bear Paw Lodge! The setting at Vallecito Reservoir is gorgeous and peaceful. My cabin was cozy, comfortable, extremely clean, and had everything I needed to make this a home away from home. The owners are the best part of the experience. The Mayfields are helpful, and you can tell they really care about making guests feel welcome. They are knowledgable about the area and can point you in the right direction for hiking and lake activities. This is your place for fun and relaxation. Highly recommended.”

“We had a great stay at Bear Paw. We were accommodated within 30 mins as we ran into camping trouble with recent flooding in the area. I called and a room was available and perfectly prepared for a last minute stay. The host is friendly, responsive, and knowledgeable of the area. The area is quiet and peaceful. Highly recommended for a relaxing stay and we will be back!”

“The cabin was very clean and quaint. It gave the feel of being in the mountains on vacation but still having on the modern amenities. The Owners are nice, friendly and helpful. We loved our stay.”

“My wife and I stayed in the Panda cabin and it is a great little cabin. The owner has great communication. It is almost like going back in time and we really enjoyed it. It's simple, it's peaceful and it's beautiful. It's right by the reservoir and across the street from the restaurant. We didn't want to leave. I highly recommend Beat Paw Lodge.”

“Such a beautiful area of Colorado to visit and explore; the cabin was furnished to cook on the grill on the deck and prepare meals in the kitchen, microwave, coffee makers, well stocked kitchen, great wood stove and provided firewood, had all of the comforts to sleep well, tall Ponderosa pines, green grass, and plenty of wildlife. Accross the street is the restaurant and bar to watch sports, play a game of billiards and have dinner and drinks. Although it was cloudy the fishing was great.”

“Bear Paw Lodge is hands-down the best place to stay near Vallecito Lake, Colorado! The property owners are the most hospitality-minded people you’ll ever meet, treating every guest like family with genuine warmth, local tips, and thoughtful attention to detail. The peaceful, secluded location offers breathtaking mountain views in the San Juan Mountains, yet it’s just a short drive from Durango, Vallecito Lake, and the San Juan National Forest. Cozy rustic cabins, spotless interiors, fully equipped kitchens, and a true mountain-retreat feel make it the perfect base for exploring Southwest Colorado--hiking, fishing, or just relaxing by the fire pit. If you’re coming to the Durango/Vallecito area, book here--you won’t find better!”

“My family stayed in the Polar cabin. It's location had amazing views. My family of 5 fit perfectly and the smaller kiddos had so much to do while the parents got a chance to relax. Their were indoor and outdoor games and a nice swing set outside. Plenty of outdoor seating so we could enjoy the location at anytime of the day.”