Turkey Creek Trail - This is a relatively flat trail with no major ascent, but it is a bit longer than the easy trails. The entire trail is 20 miles with an elevation gain of 5000 feet ; however, it is only 5 miles until the first creek crossing as shown below. Drive 7.3 miles northeast of Pagosa Springs on Highway 160 to Jackson Mountain access road on the left. Follow the road 4 miles to the end. This is a great hike to see spring wildflowers (such as wild Iris), aspen groves and dense spruce forest.
Cimarrona Creek Trail - Go west on Hwy 160, then right on Piedra Rd (#631). Take Piedra Road 20+ miles to Williams Lake Rd. The trailhead is on left side of Williams Lake Rd just beyond Cimarrona Campground. The hike is approximately 8 miles with an elevation gain of 3000 ft.
V-Rock Trail - From downtown Pagosa, go south 19 miles on Hwy 84 to Buckles Rd (#663), turn left. The trailhead is at the end of the road. This hike is 8.75 miles with an elevation gain of 1100 ft.