About Us
BackCountry Outfitters has been offering exciting activities for over 50 years! Our staff is committed to making your visit a memorable one. Whether you're up for sightseeing, camping, fishing, or just a leisurely horseback ride, we've got something for everyone to enjoy! We're here year round to bring you the very best Colorado has to offer.
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Not only does the Piedra River area offer gorgeous views, but we're surrounded by a bevy of historical attractions. The Mesa Verde Indian Ruins, Chimney Rock Ruins, the Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Pagosa Hot Springs, and Anasazi tribal lands. The San Juan National Forest, Rio Grande National Forest, Weminuche Wilderness, and Piedra Primitive Area feature some of the most beautiful mountain views imaginable. Rely on our knowledge and experience; we'll direct you to the best fishing holes, hiking trails, deer/elk hot spots, and other local secrets!
We are an equal opportunity service provider operating under special use permit in the San Juan National Forest, Weminuche Wilderness and Piedra Primitive Area.
PACK TRIP DEPOSITS
We request a $100/person (partially non-refundable) deposit to secure dates into the summer when booking before 4/15. Balance of 50% deposit is due on 4/15. Trips booked after 4/15 require 50% deposit. Balance of fee is due before departure for trip; payable by cashier's check, money order, credit card, or cash. Unfortunately, we cannot accept credit cards for final payment. The terms of this deposit shall commence upon execution and continue until terminated by the client with/without cause by written notice 60 days in advance for the summer trips. Written notice needs to mailed to the BackCountry Outfitters at P.O. Box 4190, Pagosa Springs CO 81157. A 25% refund of deposit will be made on summer pack trips if terminated 60 days prior to trip. Otherwise, deposit will be forfeited. NO REFUNDS will be made if agreement is terminated less than 60 days prior to summer (no exceptions will be made).
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TRANSPORTATION
BackCountry Outfitters is located about 40 miles east of the Durango Colorado airport. We are more than happy to offer transportation from and to hotels in Durango and Pagosa Springs. Please let us know where you are staying, and we'll arrange to pick you up the day you pack-in, and return you following pack-out.
Please visit our other site, to learn more about the hunting opportunities we offer!
Visit our new partner the Colorado Pack Company
