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CREEDE, COLORADO

Hermit Lakes Recreation Inc.

Your Private Mountain Escape in the Heart of the Rockies

Tucked away in the heart of the San Juan Mountains near Creede, Colorado, Hermit Lakes Recreation, Inc. is a treasured private community where generations of families have come to fish, explore, relax, and reconnect. Established in 1927, Hermit Lakes has been a place where stories are shared around the campfire, kids grow up catching their first fish, and memories are passed down, year after year. For nearly a century, families have returned to Hermit Lakes as their home away from home. With its sparkling alpine lakes, towering evergreens, and crisp mountain air, it's the kind of place that captures your heart and keeps calling you back.

  • 🎣 Trout Fishing: Enjoy private access to 5 trout stocked lakes, perfect for peaceful mornings casting a line.

  • 🚵‍♀️ Adventure Around Every Corner: Whether you're exploring mountain trails by ATV, hiking through aspen groves, or just breathing in the serenity of the Rockies, every path leads to a new adventure.

  • 🏞 Nature, Family & Togetherness: This is where kids unplug, grandparents tell stories, and families gather—year after year—to laugh, play, and grow closer. There’s something truly magical about Hermit that makes time slow down and moments last longer.

  • 🌲 A Private Community with Deep Roots: As a private recreational club, Hermit Lakes is more than just a destination, it's a tradition. With a deep respect for nature and community, our members share a love for the outdoors and the legacy that lives on here.

The perfect place to reconnect with nature and family.

Welcome home to Hermit Lakes, your sanctuary in the Rockies.

Breathe In The Fresh Air of Hermit Lakes

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