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available to both hikers and recreational motorists. Getting here is a little rough - the
roads can be a mess in the spring - but they offer excellent solitude. Inquire about availab-
ility and exact location through the Forest Service.
MOTEL
$
Alpine Inn Motel
( 970-731-4005;
www.alpineinnofpagosasprings.com
;
8 Solomon Dr; d incl breakfast $69; )
A con-
verted chain motel, this roadside option is excellent value. The rooms, each with dark car-
pet and balconies, are a standard size, but the owners are great guides to the local area and
there's a deluxe continental breakfast.
Fireside Inn Cabins
CABINS
$$
( 888-264-9204;
www.firesidecabins.com
;
1600 E Hwy 160; cabins from $105, 2-bedroom cabins from $198;
)
Hands down our favorite place in town - each log cabin comes with a Weber
grill and planters of wildflowers. Pine interiors have immaculate kitchenettes, quilts and
flatscreen TVs. The San Juan River flows through the property. Equestrians can use the
corral, and the games available at the central office are great for families.
Eating & Drinking
Pagosa Brewing Company
( 970-731-2739;
www.pagosabrewing.com
; 118 N Pagosa Blvd; mains $5-12; 11am-10pm Mon-Sat; )
Brewmaster Tony Simmons is a professional beer judge, and the Poor Richard's Ale is
brewed according to historical standards - the corn and molasses mix is inspired by the
tipple of Ben Franklin. After a few, move on to a menu of made-from-scratch pub food, at
this, Pagosa's fun dinner spot.
PUB FOOD
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JJ's Riverwalk
Restaurant Pub
( 970-264-9100; 356 E Hwy 160; mains $15-40)
Overlooking the San Juan River, JJ's has a great
vibe, tasty food, a decent wine list and pleasant service. It can be very spendy, but the
menu includes early-bird cheap meals and a nightly happy hour. In summer sit outside on
the patio overlooking the river and watch the kayakers float by.
MODERN AMERICAN
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