Date Hiked: August 19, 2024

Distance: 0.8 mile (RT)

Elevation Gain: 250 ft

Trailhead Lat/Long: 106.877°W 37.44278°N

Managing Agency: U.S. Forest Service

Fee: None

Directions:

Just west of Wolf Creek Pass along Hwy 160 is a turn-off and parking area for Treasure Falls Observation Site.

Hike Description:

Treasure Falls is not to be missed if you are driving through or visiting the Pagosa Springs/Wolf Creek area. The trail is short, less than a mile roundtrip, but the hike is a bit steep, it gains 250 feet over half a mile. That being said, the hike is not difficult and passes through pleasant forest with some views of the mountains across the valley. The trail switchbacks up to the base of the impressive 105-foot waterfall and climbs a bit higher for an even better view. The trail descends back to the parking area along the same route.

Impressive falls, pleasant forest, beautiful valley…the perfect road-side attraction…