Southwest Colorado has several large lakes that provide fishing, boating and other water recreation activities. There are two marinas, lodging facilities and restaurants, convenience stores, seven Forest Service campgrounds as well as several private campgrounds. There is fishing for Trout, Koleanee Salmon and big Northern Pike. Nine hiking or horse trailheads are here. Horse rentals are available.
Ski touring and snowmobiling are available in winter.
There are three Forest Service campgrounds. Locals who know where to look catch trophy size trout here. Navajo State Park offers three park areas for camping and various water sport facilities. It also offers sailing and water skiing, and lots of sandstone coves for primitive camping. Fishing includes trout, large bass and catfish.