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Recreation Region: Pagosa Ranger District

Treasure Falls Trail

Treasure Falls Trail (563) is a very popular short, accessible interpretive trail located right off Highway US-160. The trail begins on left side of parking lot. After a short uphill walk, a spur trail to the left leads to Valley View overlook; go right to continue to falls. Follow  the trail through the forest to a second spur leads to Misty Deck at the base of the falls or go right to cross a footbridge with a great view of the 100’ waterfall. On return to the parking lot, please heed signs not to shortcut between loops of the trail.

  • Distance (one-way):  0.4 miles
  • Minimum elevation: 8,120 feet
  • Maximum elevation: 8,380 feet

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

563

General Information

Non-motorized use only. No e-bikes.

Pagosa Ranger District Office

Address: 180 Pagosa Street Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Phone: (719) 851-7377
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8am - 12pm; 1pm - 4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.PagosaRD@usda.gov

Getting There

Parking

Paved parking area right off of Highway US-160. Often crowded during peak travel times.

Directions

Travel east from Pagosa Springs on US Highway 160 about 16 miles to the Treasure Falls parking area on the right (east).

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated February 6, 2026