Rescue Unit/EMT's, Fire Department In Immediate Area DIAL 911 The Vallecito Chamber Building is available for special events or reunions. 970-884-2563 Approximate Mileage From Vallecito Lake To Durango 22 To Phoenix 480 To Bayfield 15 To Albuquerque 240 To Pagosa Springs 57 To Denver 330 To Mesa Verde 72 To Santa Fe 200 To Cortez 78 To Grand Junction 170 To Farmington 72 To Salt Lake City 440 To Dallas 860 During your visit to Vallecito Lake you may also participate in various other activities which include: Fishing Contest May 24th Free Fishing June 7th & 8th Chili Supper June 20th Arts & Crafts Fair July 5th & 6th Fireworks July 4th EMT Breakfast Benefit August 16th TRAVEL TIPS Casual dress is the preferred fashion at Vallecito. Sweaters, fleece, or light jackets are recommended for summer evenings. Our elevation is approximately 8,000 feet. We have an ideal four season climate with over 300 days of sunshine, annual average snowfall of 120 inches, mild summer temperatures and very low humidity. Always be prepared for late afternoon thunderstorms, particularly in high elevation wilderness areas. There are 7 National Forest Campground sites at the lake. Contact the Bayfield Forest Service area office at (970) 884-2512 for more information.