Title: Lake City Travel Guide: Best of Lake City, Colorado Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lake City](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-City-Hotels.d123284.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Lake City](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-City-Holiday-Rentals.d123284.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Lake City Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lake-City.d123284.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lake City Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-City.d123284.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Lake City Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![EYGFME A mountain panorama near Lake City, Colorado](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/123284/a26d607b-7895-453c-81c0-eb537fc1706d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![EYGFME A mountain panorama near Lake City, Colorado](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/123284/a26d607b-7895-453c-81c0-eb537fc1706d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nestled in the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of 8,661 feet, is the gorgeous town of Lake City, CO. Lake City is home to several species of Wildlife, from moose to deer to mountain goats to chipmunks, and everything in between. They also offer miles of four wheeling and jeep trails through the mountains. The town offers miniature golf, movies, music, and arts, and the most beautiful shopping you've ever seen. These gorgeous store fronts, set in front of the gorgeous mountains are simply picturesque and offer quality products, with a perfect background. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/123284/921e2328-645d-406e-b794-422ef912cbe2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) !["On this arid summit, where the winds blow hard, where no root takes hold, where distance seems infinite and heaven close, the spirit is tested and replenished ... for the pilgrim has reached a thin place, where one steps into the highest dimension of one's existence." Michael Mullen looking back from the trail to Red Cloud Peak at about 13,500ft altitude. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/123284/f3543929-917c-49e3-9e77-338f8101ddfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Located around 13,000ft on the way to Handies peak 14,048ft. Sloan Lake with American Peak in the background makes a well earned rest stop in both directions. For the full view please click the link below https://www.facebook.com/grumpyhighlanderinstagram/photos/a.159217198107271.1073741830.158944511467873/166992510663073/?type=3&theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/123284/20732c1d-7167-475c-b57a-52cfdaf0c131.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lake City Things to do - Top hotels in Lake City - Top Holiday Rentals in Lake City ![Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2410000/2401000/2400901/7c2c1967_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Collection 568 Mountain Village Blvd Telluride CO Stay at this luxury hotel in Telluride. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (844 reviews) Amazing… Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=2400901&PinnedHotelID=2400901&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=123284) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=2400901&PinnedHotelID=2400901&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=123284) ![The Hotel Telluride](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/790900/790817/6e3f4ca0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Hotel Telluride 199 North Cornet Street Telluride CO £346 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Telluride. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) The staff was friendly and professional. The food was delicious and the service was 5 star. I loved that they had a shuttle that was available at the drop of a hat to take us anywhere in town or come pick us up anywhere as well. The room was beautiful, the bed super comfortable and the decor was ... Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=790817&PinnedHotelID=790817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=123284) ![Chipeta Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1400000/1399400/1399346/48866838_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Chipeta Lodge 304 S. Lena St Ridgway CO £158 6 Mar - 7 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa lodge in Ridgway. Enjoy a full-service spa, a 24-hour front desk and a conference centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (630 reviews) Comfortable, clean room, however the hot water in the shower was only barely warm. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=1399346&PinnedHotelID=1399346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=123284) [See all 2,510 properties in Lake City](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=123284) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![D Gowdy Manor, circa 1879, Victorian house](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21693500/21693438/107ec087_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### D Gowdy Manor, circa 1879, Victorian house Lake City CO Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Lake City. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Hinsdale County Veteran Memorial Park ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews) Unique charmer. Hosts were delightful and welcoming. Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-City-Hotels-Historic-Victorian-Manor-Built-In-1887-Lovingly-Maintained-With-Modern-Amenities.h21693438.Hotel-Information) ![High Mountain 3 BR log home w/ fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100781100/100781091/e81d3b41_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### High Mountain 3 BR log home w/ fireplace Lake City CO Stay at this cabin in Lake City. Popular attractions Hinsdale County Veteran Memorial Park and Town Park are located nearby. 7/10 Good! (2 reviews) Beautiful city. Cabins past their prime. Address was not correct on the email from VRBO. Cabin advertised was not the one we were put in. Floor was not vacuumed. River on property is amazing. Don’t expect much more than a camp house. This was all fine for 4 guys, glad the wives didn’t come lol! Property lacks upkeep. Still a great vacation ... Reviewed on 30 Jun 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-City-Hotels-High-Mountain-3-BR-Log-Home-W-Fireplace.h100781091.Hotel-Information) ![Thoreau's Cabin: Back to the Basics, Beautifully.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114880000/114875900/114875843/e51f7d2d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Thoreau's Cabin: Back to the Basics, Beautifully. Lake City CO Stay at this cabin in Lake City. Enjoy a garden, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Animas Forks and Bear Creek Falls are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews) This was the perfect cabin for a jeeping weekend with friends. Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-City-Hotels-Thoreaus-Cabin-Back-To-The-Basics.h114875843.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Lake City](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=123284&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Lake City hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=123284&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=123284&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=123284&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=123284&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=123284&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=123284&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=123284&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=123284&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Beautiful landscape of a lake in a snowy forest in a mountainous area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976479705/4d440195-441b-4930-b6fc-811eaf415fcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake City Ski Hill Hit the slopes at Lake City Ski Hill during your trip to Lake City. Wander the riverfront and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-City-Ski-Hill-Lake-City.d553248635976479705.Attraction) ![As the fall colors continue to show their brilliance the high country of Colorado slowly turns to a golden brown waiting for the first snows of winter. Uncompagre Peak 14,309’ is located just west of Lake City CO, it’s neighbor Wetterhorn Peak 14,015’ make and epic fall trip. It’s possible to drive 4wd to both trailheads and cut across country between the peaks for an epic day in the high country. Be aware that Wetterhorn has severe exposure and it’s required that you have some climbing ability to reach the summit.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6328895/fc3d4277-2526-4e14-9afe-b23968207deb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uncompahgre Peak Explore the great outdoors at Uncompahgre Peak and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Lake City. Wander the riverfront or discover the hot springs in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uncompahgre-Peak-Lake-City.d6328895.Attraction) ![View of Lake San Cristobal, Lake City, Colorado](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/879644736150196224/4bc34140-fa94-4176-86d2-0005047a80f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake San Cristobal Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake San Cristobal during your travels in Lake City. Wander the riverfront and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-San-Cristobal-Lake-City.d879644736150196224.Attraction) #### Town Park Town Park is just one of the places to see in Lake City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the riverfront and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Town-Park-Lake-City.d879645117546635264.Attraction) #### Wetterhorn Peak Explore the great outdoors at Wetterhorn Peak and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Lake City. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the hot springs in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wetterhorn-Peak-Lake-City.d6328902.Attraction) #### Super Naturals Food & Grocery Store Enjoy an outing to Super Naturals Food & Grocery Store during your stay in Lake City. Wander the riverfront and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Super-Naturals-Food-Grocery-Store-Lake-City.d553248621532645574.Attraction) ## Cities near Lake City ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10746/82be2677-5ba3-4068-8024-356d95276c5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ouray ![View of Creede, Colorado, USA from the Bachelor Historic Loop. 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