The best tiny home rentals near Bayfield, Colorado

In the heart of the Pine River Valley between Durango and Pagosa Springs, Bayfield is set downstream from the secluded Lake Vallecito, a draw for anglers, boaters, and other water enthusiasts. The town is well placed for accessing the rugged Weminuche Wilderness and San Juan National Forest, where you’ll find a range of wildlife and camping options, from dispersed to developed. Ancient Puebloan archaeological sites are also nearby. The fun doesn't stop in winter, when ice fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing are popular.

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In the heart of the Pine River Valley between Durango and Pagosa Springs, Bayfield is set downstream from the secluded Lake Vallecito, a draw for anglers, boaters, and other water enthusiasts. The town is well placed for accessing the rugged Weminuche Wilderness and San Juan National Forest, where you’ll find a range of wildlife and camping options, from dispersed to developed. Ancient Puebloan archaeological sites are also nearby. The fun doesn't stop in winter, when ice fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing are popular.

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1. HTR Durango

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20mi from Bayfield · 73 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Durango, CO

CLOSED FOR WINTER NOV 1, 2025 - APRIL 30, 2026. ***Dry camping is May 1-14, 2026 & October 12-31. Only electric is available. Bathhouses and pool are closed. No cabin or tent campers. Only accepting reservations for self-contained RVs during dry camping season. The only water available is at the front of the park at the fill-up station. The RV sites do not have water or sewer, but they do have electricity. Our staff is available on-call.*** Nestled in a protected box canyon surrounded by high cliffs of Douglas Fir and Ponderosa Pine and just minutes to downtown Durango, HTR Durango, formerly Lightner Creek Campground, is located on a seasonal mountain stream, making it an ideal setting for nature lovers of all ages. The paved county road off HWY 160W to our campground is well maintained, making the 1.5-mile drive easily accessible, regardless of what you bring. Enjoy various recreational activities in the Durango area, including many hiking and mountain biking trails, fishing, river rafting, rock climbing, zip-lining, off-roading, horseback riding, shopping, dining, breweries, and much more. There is so much to see and do in the Four Corners Area! If you want a memorable vacation experience in Durango, look no further than HTR Durango. Please note wood burning fires are not allowed on property. Propane and charcoal fires are permitted. We require vaccination records upon arrival if you are bringing a dog. There is a $50 pet fee for cabin rentals.

2. Junction West Durango

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19mi from Bayfield · 97 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Durango, CO

History of JW Durango Riverside Resort It all started in 1965… When this campground hosted its first guests the goal back then was simply to offer folks from around the Four Corners a place to relax and lounge along the Animas River. Today, the property boasts 73 quality RV sites, 24 cabins and 6 tent sites. We also have a heated pool, playground, convenience store, retail shop, game room, café with a large deck for dining, laundry room, paved roadways, two bath houses, and an observation deck overlooking the Animas. The property sits just south of Bakers Bridge, a local landmark made famous as the set of the climactic finale in the movie “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” – where Paul Newman and Robert Redford sat along the rocky cliffs that line the river before they famously took the plunge. As the lifeblood of this community, the Animas River winds its way under that bridge and south toward historic downtown Durango. Everyone from whitewater enthusiasts and acclaimed fly fisherman to laidback locals in inner tubes enjoy the same flowing mountain waters miners have tapped for more than a century. Back in 1965, the population of Durango was just over 10,000 and La Plata County almost 20,000. Today, the city itself is home to 20,000 residents while the county is closing in on a staggering 58,000. As more and more people discover the beauty and majesty of the San Juan National Forest and surrounding Rocky Mountain peaks, the number of people flocking to the Four Corners region continues to grow. Whether hiking, biking, horseback riding, or four-wheeling this area has an endless number of adventures to uncover. Even if it takes a lifetime to explore some of the forgotten roads in this region, these outdoor experiences offer just a glimpse of what there is to do when you visit. People come from around the world to ride the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, listen to songs and stories from the Bar D Wranglers, hit the slopes at Purgatory Resort, or hug the guardrails along the legendary Million Dollar Highway. These are just a few of the reasons people continue to come back year after year, and generation after generation. Even here at Durango Riverside, we constantly listen to stories from guests who first came here as children and now return with their own. It really is easy to find places where you can experience some of the wonders this community has to offer. But, there’s only one place where you can relax and lounge along the Animas River with friends and family, making memories that will stick with you for generations – Durango Riverside.

3. Lavender Farm Stay

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48mi from Bayfield · 3 sites · Lodging · Dolores, CO

Welcome to Mesa Verde Lavender! We are a working lavender farm with 2000+ lavender plants, a flower garden, vegetables, and a small orchard. Hike in the canyon that splits our property, roam with the birds in our pastures, pick some fruit if in-season, or sit and enjoy wildlife, sounds of the creek, and views of the La Plata Mountains, Sleeping Ute Mountain, and Mesa Verde. Our 50 acres is situated in Southwest Colorado between Cortez, Mancos, and Dolores. 5 minutes to Phil’s World for mountain biking, 1 hour to Durango, and 2 hours to Telluride. Pay for the experience - farm tour and all the fixings. The breakfast, stay and hospitality is included with the farm tour! Note: this is NOT a commercial campground; rather an agricultural business with a focus on all things lavender. Come adventure, smell the flowers (literally!), and enjoy feeling of these ancient healing lands!

4. RICO RIVER RANCH

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38mi from Bayfield · 6 sites · Lodging · Dolores, CO

This secluded riverfront property is located 35 miles South of Main street Telluride, Colorado. This private "campground" can host up to 16 guests, features a wood-fired sauna, 2 Rv spots with full hook-ups, two sheep wagons, two 900sq foot luxury lavvu tipi tents, a Finnish grillhouse, a santa maria grill and a large campfire ring with plenty of seating. Surrounded on both sides by National forest - you will be able to enjoy the land with no other campers nearby.

Stories from the community

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Mia

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Lavender Farm Stay

This was the perfect, quaint and quiet setting for a weekend getaway. We loved the Wagon and the sauna and all the thoughtful little details. hospitality was 10/10!

Sara

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Lavender Farm Stay

What a gem! We had a fabulous, relaxing stay in the Lavender Wagon. Travis and Katie were wonderful hosts who made us feel like we were at home. Loved the tour of the property, loved learning lavender facts, and breakfast was delicious both mornings. Will definiately recommend to others!

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Kelly

October 2025

With kids

4 nights at Junction West Durango

Beautiful! Staff was very nice. We had a beautiful riverside cabin. The river was raging when we arrived due to days of downpours. I was concerned about potential flooding. While it was not near flood level, they kindly and quickly moved us to a cabin several hundred feet from the river bank.

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Siva

October 2025

1 night at Lavender Farm Stay

Best hosts ever. Photos don't justify the beauty. Highly recommend

Allegra

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Lavender Farm Stay

We wish we could have stayed longer. This was a highlight of our trip for sure! Grateful to Travis and Katie and the whole family for their generosity and hospitality. Such a memorable and special place.

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Jennifer

September 2025

4 nights at Junction West Durango

Peaceful, beautiful environment. Would absolutely stay again.

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Kelsey

August 2025

1 night at Lavender Farm Stay

Fantastic, don’t hesitate, I literally can’t say enough great things. So lovely. Peaceful. While also so informative if that’s what you wish it to be! Owners are amazing!

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Laurie

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Lavender Farm Stay

My son and I stayed here after visiting Mesa Verde National Park. Even after reading the enthusiastic reviews, we did not realize the treat that lay in store. What a special place! Like for others, this was my favorite stop on our trip. The farm is beautiful and comfortable (we cooked a full meal, had fabulous showers), but the best part was the hospitality of the whole family, getting to tour the farm and eat a sumptuous breakfast. I’ve been enjoying Katie’s lavender balm and tea each day since to remind me of this place.

Erin

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Lavender Farm Stay

The most charming Hipcamp I’ve ever stayed at! A unique experience, for sure. The lovely fragrance of lavender that is on the wind. The stunning views of Mesa Verde. The incredible hospitality of the hosts. You’ll want to visit this place again and again. I know I certainly do.

Justine

August 2025

1 night at Lavender Farm Stay

Travis and Katie’s lavender farm is one of the best places I stayed on my two month roadtrip. The land is so beautiful with wildlife all around. My favorite part was the sunset view overlooking stinking canyon towards Mesa Verde. Annie and Clay (Travis’s parents) were also so friendly. The daily breakfast was such a treat, Clay made amazing breakfast tacos and French toast. Nearby, there is beautiful hiking with striking colors and wildflowers. I plan to return in the future and recommend this place to anyone.

James

August 2025

1 night at Lavender Farm Stay

A special spot where one can rest the soul! Roadtrip a lot through Cortez for running races across the US. SOOOO grateful that I landed here for a night. The Lavender farm is absolutely incredible; healing terms, abundant flowers, happy bees, a really neat wagon to stay in, a delicious breakfast, a stunning overlook/view, and some of the softest, kindest, coolest camp hosts you could ever hope for. The shower was also really nice as was the Lavender tea I got to try! This was a very inspiring spot to stay and I got to read a lot and write some poetry! Will absolutely be back and I can't recommend this spot enough! Make sure to buy some of the honey and tea to take home with you! They are excellent. Thank you for having me!

Gregory

July 2025

1 night at Lavender Farm Stay

In my mind Travis and Katie are true Pioneers of the Wild West... Lavender Wagon Farm is testament to their exceptional planing of a small functioning sustainable community in the most awesomely beautiful and rugged of Mountain Land. Their attention to the Art and Detail in the layout, as well as the logistics of Lavendar Growing, Harvesting and Production may flow from the Mystical Grandure of the Canyon the Farm is perched above. The obvious Art exhibited in the remodeling of what I called their Gypsy Wagon was delightful. The Bed very comfortable and roomy for two people. The Shower Ingenious. Their pressed coffee from Cuba superb, and the breakfast served was delicious. Worth every turn to this off the beaten path Gem with it's Stunning View of Mesa Verda in the very near distance to the South and the aroma of Lavendar in every breath!

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Melanie

July 2025

1 night at Lavender Farm Stay

My husband and I loved staying at The Lavender Wagon. The wagon was clean, the bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing after a long day of hiking and exploring in the summer heat. The farm was beautiful and the views were priceless. Katie & Travis were so friendly along with her in-laws. The breakfast & latte were an added bonus. We enjoyed staying on the farm and can’t wait to return!

Chaco is just one member of the friendly team watching out for you during your stay.

Valerie

May 2025

1 night at Lavender Farm Stay

Looking for serenity & superb style from knowledgeable, attentive hosts? You must stay with Travis, Katie, and farm dog Chaco. They have a gorgeous wagon with thoughtful amenities surrounded by a working farm that clearly gets lots of love and sweat from its owners and team. This secluded location close to Mesa Verde National Park provides the ultimate getaway. The sleep was comfy and the breakfast was stellar. I was well rested for my hiking and park visit. The shower & facilities were immaculate. As a solo traveler I felt super safe and looked after from booking through the end of my stay. I loved the lavender farm tour from Katie & Travis. Do be sure to get some of their lavender products to take home with you. My Jeep smells extra fabulous and the calm I got from my stay is sure to stay with me well beyond my trip.

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Patricia

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Lavender Farm Stay

Amazing location hosted by amazing people :). We enjoyed our time here!

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Abby

April 2025

3 nights at Lavender Farm Stay

A wonderful, beautiful place to stay for 1 or 2 people. Katie and Travis were great hosts and breakfast every morning was a thoughtful, delicious perk to staying on their farm. Had so much fun exploring the land— I totally recommend staying for a few days so you can experience all of the great spots in the area too.

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Lauren

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Lavender Farm Stay

Beautiful stay here! Travis and Katie are so welcoming and they’ve created a beautiful little oasis! Definitely worth staying, absolutely beautiful and cozy!

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best tiny homes near Bayfield guide

Where to go

West

Just west of Bayfield, Durango offers plenty of cultural and outdoor activities, plus camping options from RV parks to San Juan National Forest campgrounds. Discover the Ancient Puebloan cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park, and stay at the seasonal park campground. Nearby, Mancos State Park offers a lake and woods, along with forested and lakeside campgrounds and yurts. Private RV parks and forest service campgrounds can be found near Mancos, Cortez, Dolores, including within the McPhee Reservoir Recreation Area. Continue west through high desert on your way to Four Corners Monument, where Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah meet.

North

Head north to enjoy fishing and boating on Lake Vallecito, or take the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad from Durango to the historic mining town of Silverton. Colorado’s largest wilderness, Weminuche Wilderness, is located just north of Bayfield, and offers excellent backpacking and backcountry camping options, though the surrounding San Juan National Forest also offers developed campgrounds, in addition to 1.8 million acres of forest and wilderness, peaks, and canyons to explore. For even more forest, head east for the Rio Grande National Forest, with similar options for camping.

East

Head east to explore the ruins of ancient Puebloan dwellings in the Chimney Rock Archaeological Area. Further east, enjoy hot springs and the San Juan River at Pagosa Springs. Nearby Wolf Creek Resort is known for receiving the “most snow in Colorado.” Enjoy excellent fishing at South Fork and the Rio Grande River, or drive along the Silver Thread Byway to the historic towns of Creede and Lake City. Further south, enjoy all water activities at Navajo Lake, with Navajo State Park on the Colorado side, and Navajo Lake State Park on the New Mexico side, and several campgrounds on both sides.

When to go

Bayfield is at its busiest in the summer, when the weather is most pleasant for outdoor activities. Fishing can be enjoyed year-round, though the area is known for an ice fishing tournament in February and the salmon run in late fall. Many year-round public campgrounds offer limited or no services between September and May. Chimney Rock National Monument is open from May 15 to October 15.

Know before you go

Bayfield is situated at nearly 7,000 feet. Other recreation areas and campsites in the region are at even higher elevations. Be aware of potential altitude issues.
Campsites in national forests are often first-come first-serve, while campsites in Colorado state parks require advanced reservations.
Motorized and mechanized vehicles are prohibited in designated wilderness areas.
Be bear aware, especially when camping. Store food and other attractants in a bear proof container, away from your tent.
Fishing licenses are required in Colorado for anyone over age 16.