Rico Colorado homes for sale

Rico is a quaint mountain town with a wide variety of historic and natural attractions. Located in southwest Colorado just 30 minutes from Telluride it offers a wide array of mountain activities such as camping, hiking, fishing, biking, and skiing. With iconic peaks and the clear flowing water of the Dolores river, the drive to Rico along the designated scenic byway on highway 145 will not disappoint. Fishing in Rico draws people from around the state and country year after year. With the Dolores River headwaters flowing right through Rico its no wonder people keep coming back. The pristine mountain water is home to Brook Trout, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout. Whether you’re an experienced angler or a beginner, fishing in Rico along the surrounding wilderness of the Dolores River will have you coming back for more. Rico has epic high-alpine mountain biking trails, scenic and uncrowded nordic and fat bike trails and endless opportunities for exploring our unspoiled mountains on foot. And what better way to end your adventure than a soak in the incredible natural Rico hot springs. Rico is an incorporated small town in Dolores County, Colorado, It was settled in 1879 as a silver mining center in the Pioneer Mining District; today it functions as a historic and tourism site. Wikipedia
Elevation: 8,825′
Population: 266 (2017)
Zip code: 81332
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