The Town of South Fork, Colorado is located at the junction of the famous Rio Grande River and its south fork. Where highway 160 & 149 meet in the center of town, you will find the beginning of the historic Silver Thread National Scenic Byway, a spectacular route that follows the winding Rio Grande to its headwaters in the San Juan Mountains. Initially developed as a community to service lumbering and mining, the town is now the center of a rapidly growing tourist and recreation area, making us your perfect "BASE CAMP" for a multitude of outdoor recreation and day trips to area points of interest.

 

• One of Colorado's newest towns, incorporated May 19, 1992.
• Current city limit population of 600 with an area population of 1,200.
• During the summer we reach a peak population of more than 4,000 residents, and tourists.
• Located at the southwestern end of the San Luis Valley.
• An elevation of 8,190 feet.
• Summer climate can range from 50-60 at night to 80-90 during the day.
• Winter brings below zero temperatures, that can rise to the low 40's.
• Annual precipitation is extremely variable, with minimal rainfall around .07inches/year.However we usually receive more than 200 inches of snow each year. Most winter snow falls around the summit of Wolf Creek Pass which averages 400+ inches/year.
• Each year South Fork hosts many events; a Logging Competition & Craft Festival in July
  We have many winter and summer activities that abound to include:

Surrounded by nearly 2 million acres of national forest, including both the San Juan & Rio Grande Forests. This bustling community also offers unique shops, galleries, outdoor equipment supplies and outfitters. Come let our breathtaking scenery and family oriented adventure captivate you.

A visitor is only limited by their imagination and the
length of their stay in enjoying South Fork!

Silver Thread Interpretive Center
P.O. Box 1030
South Fork, CO 81154
Phone: (719) 873-5512 or 1-800-571-0881
Fax: (719) 873-5693 e-mail southfrk@amigo.net