Dolores, CO

Colorado · Montezuma County

Dolores is a small town in Colorado with a population of 947. Residents earn $33,438 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

947 Population 1,263/sq mi density

$33,438 Median Income $28,752 per capita

$263,300 Home Value $461,382 Zillow

$749 Median Rent 33.6% income on rent

46°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr

198 Violent Crime/100K 3,761 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.5 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$33,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment

Affordability

2.2 / 5.0

$263,300 home value, $749/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

198 violent crimes/100K (48% below avg)

B+

Education

3.7 / 5.0

33.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $33,438

56% lower than US avg

Home Value $263,300

7% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 198/100K

48% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 33.2%

1% lower than US avg

Median Rent $749

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 27.8%

13% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.8%

11% higher than US avg

How Dolores Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population947

Median Age38.8 yrs

Density1,263/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 66%

Veterans5.3%

Economy

Median Income$33,438

Per Capita$28,752

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty13.8%

County GDP$1,454M

Commute18 min

Housing

Home Value$263,300

Rent$749

Ownership44.2%

Zillow$461,382

Housing Units615

Rent Burden33.6%

Crime

Violent198/100K

Property3,761/100K

Health

Obesity27.8%

Uninsured10.6%

Smoking14.5%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain15.7 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation6,945 ft (2,117 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+33.2%

High School+95.5%

Graduate+9.6%

School Score5.16

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%

Commute18 min

Broadband79.2%

EV Stations1

Libraries3

Is Dolores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dolores receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dolores has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dolores is $33,438, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dolores is $263,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Dolores is below the national average at 198 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,761 per 100,000, 92% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Dolores experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 57.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dolores has a population of 947 with a density of 1,263 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 40.9% female and 59.1% male. The city is predominantly White (66%), with 17.2% Hispanic, 13.7% Black, 8.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.8% of residents. 5.3% of the population are veterans. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 81.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

947

Total Population

1,263

People / sq mi

38.8yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%

Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dolores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.8%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.2%

76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dolores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dolores is $33,438, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,752 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $888, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,029 business establishments, including 90 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Dolores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$33,438
	56% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,752
Avg Weekly Wage	$888
IRS Avg AGI	$64,517
Gini Index	0.416 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.8%
	11% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,029
County GDP	$1,454M

Business (County)

Restaurants	90
Healthcare	86
Retail	103
Manufacturing	33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,392
	32% below US avg
Cost of Living	103.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.6 min
Drive Alone	55.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dolores is $263,300, 7% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $461,382, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $749 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,017 for a one-bedroom to $1,115 for a two-bedroom apartment. 44.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 615 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $2,392 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 33.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$263,300
	7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$461,382

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$749
	36% below US avg
Rent Burden	33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$855
1 Bedroom	$1,017
2 Bedrooms	$1,115
3 Bedrooms	$1,423
4 Bedrooms	$1,748

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	44.2%
Owner-Occupied	44.2%
Renter-Occupied	55.8%
Housing Units	615
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,392
	32% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.91%

In Dolores, 27.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 26.2% have high blood pressure. 14.5% are current smokers. 18.4% report binge drinking. 19.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:969. The dentist ratio is 1:1,470. 67.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Dolores vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.8%
	13% below US avg
Diabetes	8.3%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	26.2%
Asthma	12.0%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.5%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	19.5%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	13.2%
Short Sleep	31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.8%
Uninsured	10.6%
	23% above US avg
Primary Care	1:969
Dentists	1:1,470
Mental Health	1:421
Checkup Rate	68.6%
Dental Visits	58.1%
Premature Death	12,917/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	67.2%
Healthcare Facilities	86

Dolores has a violent crime rate of 198 per 100,000 residents, 48% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,761 per 100,000, 92% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Dolores receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Dolores vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	198.0/100K
	48% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,761.1/100K
	92% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	22
Avg Accident Severity	3.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Dolores experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 57.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 6,945 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	46.3°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	6,945 ft (2,117 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density	1,263/sq mi
Coordinates	37.4746°N, 108.4994°W
Timezone	America/Denver
County	Montezuma County County
Nearest Airport	Telluride Regional (TEX) 46 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.7"

59% below US avg

Snowfall 57.1"

Wettest Month (Aug) 2.01"

Driest Month (Jun) 0.63"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0461 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	47.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	62.4 / 100
Community Resilience	13.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Very Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Moderate
Avalanche	Relatively High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.2 on Apr 3, 2025.

Mar 4, 2019	29 km E of La Sal, Utah	M4.5	97 km
May 27, 2000	29 km WNW of Naturita, Colorado	M4.4	96 km
Sep 13, 1994	17 km N of Sawpit, Colorado	M4.4	88 km
Jan 24, 2013	22 km E of La Sal, Utah	M3.9	104 km
Jul 6, 1999	27 km WNW of Naturita, Colorado	M3.7	95 km
Apr 22, 2017	4 km SSW of Bluff, Utah	M3.7	98 km
Jun 3, 1999	28 km E of La Sal, Utah	M3.7	98 km
Jun 6, 2008	10 km NE of Bluff, Utah	M3.6	87 km
Mar 10, 2023	16 km S of Ophir, Colorado	M3.6	63 km
Oct 14, 1993	36 km SW of Spanish Valley, Utah	M3.6	146 km
Aug 2, 1991	59 km WNW of Blanding, Utah	M3.4	147 km
Apr 3, 2025	34 km W of Delta, Colorado	M3.2	137 km
Dec 15, 1997	7 km ENE of La Sal, Utah	M3.2	111 km
Feb 24, 1993	16 km SSE of Monticello, Utah	M3.1	76 km
May 13, 1993	19 km SSE of Monticello, Utah	M3.1	72 km
Mar 15, 2000	Colorado	M3.1	98 km
Jun 6, 2002	29 km E of La Sal, Utah	M3.0	104 km
May 8, 1998	15 km E of La Sal, Utah	M3.0	108 km
Apr 10, 1998	23 km WNW of Naturita, Colorado	M3.0	93 km
Jul 15, 1992	26 km NNW of Mexican Hat, Utah	M3.0	132 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

16 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 25, 1985	EF2	16 km	0
May 10, 1957	EF2	92 km	0
Oct 5, 2004	EF1	66 km	0
Aug 5, 1999	EF1	56 km	0
Jun 7, 1997	EF1	77 km	0
Sep 5, 1970	EF1	33 km	0
Mar 21, 2020	EF0	96 km	0
Sep 18, 2013	EF0	95 km	0
Sep 10, 2013	EF0	76 km	0
Jul 18, 2011	EF0	34 km	0
Aug 29, 2002	EF0	55 km	0
Oct 23, 2000	EF0	68 km	0
Oct 23, 2000	EF0	68 km	0
May 30, 1992	EF0	69 km	0
Sep 28, 1990	EF0	87 km	0
May 28, 1963	EF0	95 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MISSIONARY RIDGE (68,919 ac, 2002).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2002	MISSIONARY RIDGE	68,919	73 km
2018	416	55,123	53 km
2002	BURN CANYON	30,573	66 km
2000	BIRCHER	23,317	29 km
2018	PLATEAU	19,746	15 km
1994	UNNAMED	13,234	59 km
2012	WEBER	10,898	29 km
2009	NARRAGUINNEP	7,798	28 km
2019	DOE CANYON	7,388	35 km
1986	UNNAMED	6,205	64 km
1986	WESTTOE	5,397	59 km
1986	HOGAN	5,298	49 km
2018	BURRO	5,242	36 km
2000	PONY	5,224	31 km
1996	CHAPIN 5	4,832	26 km
1990	HORESEFLY	3,760	84 km
2002	CARRIZO 1	3,701	92 km
1996	DISAPPOINTMENT	3,642	37 km
1984	FERNANDO	3,419	49 km
2020	EAST CANYON	3,031	32 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	1.3 in
March	37°F (3°C)	1.9 in
April	44°F (6°C)	1.3 in
May	53°F (12°C)	1.2 in
June	63°F (17°C)	0.6 in	Driest
July	68°F (20°C)	1.7 in	Warmest
August	67°F (19°C)	2.0 in	Wettest
September	59°F (15°C)	1.7 in
October	48°F (9°C)	1.9 in
November	36°F (2°C)	1.7 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	1.6 in

Dolores has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 26°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (0.6").

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Dolores is located in Montezuma County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 33.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.3% of the vote, a 21-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 86 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 55.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%

D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	22
Avg Accident Severity	3.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	33.2%
	1% below US avg
High School+	95.5%
Graduate Degree+	9.6%
School Test Score	5.16

B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,263/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi
County	Montezuma County County

Services

Broadband Access	79.2%
Avg Download Speed	52.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	86
Restaurants	90
Retail Stores	103

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.6 min
Drive Alone	55.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.0%

Average costs for common services in Dolores. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$258 ($155–$412)
Specialist Visit	$361 ($206–$567)
Urgent Care Visit	$206 ($103–$361)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,268 ($825–$5,155)
Dental Cleaning	$134 ($77–$206)
Dental Filling	$258 ($155–$412)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$46 ($26–$77)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$77 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement	$309 ($155–$516)
Tire Rotation	$41 ($21–$77)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$619 ($412–$1,031)
Battery Replacement	$206 ($103–$361)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$93 ($52–$144)
HVAC Repair	$412 ($155–$825)
HVAC System Install	$7,217 ($4,124–$12,372)
Roof Repair	$1,031 ($412–$2,062)
Roof Replacement	$9,279 ($5,671–$15,465)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,547 ($516–$3,609)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,465 ($5,155–$30,930)
DUI Defense	$5,155 ($2,062–$10,310)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,547 ($825–$3,093)
Will Preparation	$516 ($206–$1,031)
Trust Preparation	$2,578 ($1,031–$5,155)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut	$57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$155 ($77–$258)
Manicure	$26 ($15–$46)
Pedicure	$41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour)	$82 ($52–$134)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.23 ($3.09–$5.67)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.61 ($2.58–$5.16)
Loaf of Bread	$3.92 ($2.58–$5.67)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.64 ($3.09–$6.70)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.67 ($4.12–$7.73)
Rice (per lb)	$1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$144 ($82–$258)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$88 ($52–$155)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$206 ($77–$516)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,062 ($1,237–$3,609)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.25–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$103 ($31–$258)
Driver's License Renewal	$31 ($15–$77)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,237 ($619–$2,578)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,031 ($516–$2,062)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$412 ($206–$722)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,031 ($412–$2,578)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,888 ($5,155–$30,930)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$103 ($52–$206)
Dog Grooming	$62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$41 ($21–$77)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$309 ($155–$516)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$206 ($103–$412)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$841
Toddler	$874
Preschool	$682
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$636
Toddler	$622
Preschool	$622

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Montezuma County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,556	194	$46,803	1.15
Retail Trade	1,504	116	$37,713	1.59
Accommodation & Food Services	1,016	87	$24,477	1.18
Construction	467	97	$46,603	0.94
Other Services	345	86	$37,725	1.21
Manufacturing	310	36	$43,835	0.40
Professional & Technical Services	260	102	$77,013	0.40
Wholesale Trade	237	30	$61,672	0.64
Transportation & Warehousing	193	26	$88,579	0.48
Finance & Insurance	166	25	$68,574	0.43
Administrative & Waste Services	158	39	$38,262	0.28
Real Estate	96	38	$43,217	0.65
Agriculture & Forestry	95	19	$35,433	1.24
Utilities	85	6	$82,316	2.36
Educational Services	72	15	$50,283	0.37
Information & Technology	55	14	$69,657	0.31
Mining & Oil/Gas	54	14	$77,763	1.51
Management of Companies	45	10	$95,375	0.28
Arts & Entertainment	37	10	$38,542	0.23

Schools in Dolores

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Dolores Elementary School	Elementary	269	20	13.5:1
Dolores Middle School	Middle	187	12	15.6:1
Dolores Secondary School	High	172	14	12.3:1
Teddy Bear Preschool	—	55	2	27.5:1

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Radio Stations near Dolores

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Dolores

12 campgrounds found near Dolores.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Transfer Campground	4.9/5	17	$24–$75
MAVREESO CAMPGROUND	4.8/5	19	$32–$115
TARGET TREE CAMPGROUND	4.8/5	28	$24
WEST DOLORES CAMPGROUND	4.8/5	18	$32–$43
Snowslide	4.5/5	1	$22
HOUSE CREEK	4.3/5	23	$32–$125
MCPHEE RECREATION COMPLEX	4.3/5	52	$26–$110
LONE CONE CABIN	4.2/5	1	$120
Burro Bridge	—	1	$23
Kroeger	—	1	$22
Morefield Campground	—	—	Free
Woods Lake	—	1	Free

National Parks Near Dolores

11 national parks and monuments found near Dolores.

Park	Type	Fee
Aztec Ruins National Monument	National Monument	Free
Edge Of The Cedars State Park	State Park	Free
Hovenweep National Monument	National Monument	$20
Lone Mesa State Park	State Park	Free
Mancos State Park	State Park	Free
Mesa Verde National Park	National Park	$30
Navajo Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Ridgway State Park	State Park	Free
State Park	State Park	Free
Wacker Ranch	State Park	Free
Yucca House National Monument	National Monument	Free

Trails Near Dolores

275+ trails found near Dolores.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
ASPEN LOOP	33.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE BEAN CANYON	11.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOGGY LOWER LOOP	9.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SHUSH BEKEEH	8.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOGGY UPPER LOOP	8.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BOGGY	8.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SAGE HEN LOOP	7.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CALICO SOUTH	7.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOST CHICKEN	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOX CANYON	6.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOWER RYMAN	6.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STONER MESA	6.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GURLEY DITCH	6.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILLOW DIVIDE OHV	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FISH CREEK	6.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ITALIAN CANYON	5.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CALICO NORTH	5.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MAVREESO	5.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JOHNNY BULL	5.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEAR CREEK	5.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GROUNDHOG STOCK DR.	5.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHARKSTOOTH	5.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAGLE PEAK	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MAVERICK	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ASPEN SPUR	5.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST MANCOS	5.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MCPHEE OVERLOOK	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TAVA YAAKWI	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RAMPARTS LOOP	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROUGH CANYON	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NAVAJO LAKE	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHICKEN CREEK	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GOAT CREEK	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLUE JAY	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LONE CONE	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STRING BEAN	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BC RIM	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WINTER	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MORRISON	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
STARVATION CREEK	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GROUNDHOG STOCK DR.	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRINDSTONE	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEDROCK CREEK OHV TRAIL	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
STONER MESA	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HORSE CREEK	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CALICO SOUTH	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILSON MESA	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR CREEK	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MILLSET (SNOW)	3.3	SNOW	—	—	—
HUGHES DITCH	3.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MCNEIL EAST	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WOODS LAKE	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TAYLOR OHV	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST MANCOS	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HIGHLINE - CO.TRAIL	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
THE 513 CONNECTOR	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEPTUNE OHV TRAIL	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE TAYLOR	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PRIEST GULCH	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GOBLE	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILDCAT	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SPRING CREEK	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RIO LADO	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HIGHLINE - CO.TRAIL	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIO GRANDE SOUTHERN	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SAGE HEN LOOP	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OLD GOLD RUN	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
OWENS BASIN	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MORRISON	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCPHEE OVERLOOK	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CLAMPETT MILL	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GROUNDHOG OHV	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST MANCOS	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BURNETT CREEK	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHORELINE	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SALT CREEK	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HIGHLINE - CO.TRAIL	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PRIEST GULCH	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILDCAT	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOREN CREEK OHV TRAIL	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCK OF AGES	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MCNEIL WEST	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BLACK MESA OHV	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILSON MESA	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GOLCONDA	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GOLD RUN	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST FALL CREEK	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COYOTE PARK SOUTH	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRINDSTONE LOOP	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LONE CONE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHICKEN CREEK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOADING PEN	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRINDSTONE LOOP	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MULESHOE LOOP	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SAGE HEN LOOP	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
UPPER BAUER LOOP (SNOW)	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
SECTION HOUSE	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WOLF DEN CONNECTOR	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST FALL CREEK	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MADDEN CREEK PROPER OHV TRAIL	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
STONER CREEK	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LONE CONE	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE BEAR PACK TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BASIN CREEK OHV TRAIL	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RUSH CREEK (SNOW)	1.8	SNOW	—	—	—
NAVAJO LAKE	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HAMLIN (SNOW)	1.8	SNOW	—	—	—
HAMLIN	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BEAR CREEK	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
UPPER LITTLE BAUER	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOX CANYON SPUR	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE BAUER LOOP (SNOW)	1.7	SNOW	—	—	—
PRIEST GULCH	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ELK CREEK	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LONE CONE	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TENDER FOOT	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CALICO SOUTH	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TAVA YAAKWI	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BEAR CREEK	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOLPH KUSS LOOP (SNOW)	1.5	SNOW	—	—	—
DOLPH KUSS	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SCHOOL HOUSE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MORRISON	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEDROCK CREEK OHV SPUR	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TENDER FOOT	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BURNETT CONNECTOR	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GROUNDHOG CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOC LOWELL	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST FALL CREEK	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST TWIN SPRINGS	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MORRISON	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KILPACKER BASIN	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BURRO BRIDGE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MORRISON	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
KILPACKER	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE BEAR	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD CONNECTOR	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LONE CONE PEAK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HIGHLINE - CO.TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MCPHEE OVERLOOK	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TURKEY CREEK LOOP (SNOW)	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HIGHLINE - CO.TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KILPACKER	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOGGY LOWER LOOP	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOWER LITTLE BAUER	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BURRO BRIDGE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIM	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SALT CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SOCKRIDER	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAN DO	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STONER CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
TURKEY CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
COYOTE PARK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOGGY UPPER LOOP	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HIGHLINE - CO.TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FISH CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KILPACKER	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MCJUNKIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHICKEN CREEK CONNECTOR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHARKSTOOTH	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PA YA	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BEAR CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOADING PEN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHORELINE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST FALL CREEK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MADDEN CREEK ACCESS OHV	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NARROW GAUGE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIM	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLACK GOAT	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RUSH SPUR SOUTH	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SALT CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LITTLE TAYLOR	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE BEAR	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ELK CREEK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE BEAR	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIM	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WOODS LAKE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STONER MESA	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SCHOOL HOUSE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
THREE HEROES	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRINDSTONE LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOWER RYMAN	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STONER CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LA PLATA CANYON D OHV	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR CREEK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILSON MESA SPUR	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WOODS LAKE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GROUNDHOG STOCK DR.	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PRIEST GULCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST MANCOS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
OLD GOLD RUN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TENDER FOOT	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOGGY LOOKOUT	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KILPACKER BASIN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILDCAT	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WINTER/FALL CUT OFF	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MORRISON	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WINTER	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILLOW DIVIDE OHV	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOADING PEN	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SECTION HOUSE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST TWIN SPRINGS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
EAGLE PEAK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH FORK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SPRING CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
STONER CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CHICKEN LITTLE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILDCAT	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CALICO NORTH	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BEDROCK SPUR OHV	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG AL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GROUNDHOG CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COTTONWOOD CONNECTOR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PRIEST CUT OFF	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOREN CREEK OHV TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MORRISON	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
PACK LOOP CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GEYSER SPRING	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST TWIN SPRINGS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SCHOOL HOUSE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIO LADO	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STONER CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CALICO NORTH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SPRING CREEK CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RUSH CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RUSH CONNECTOR (SNOW)	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK OF AGES	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GEYSER SPRING	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HILLSIDE CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SAGE HEN CUTOFF	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RUSH SPUR NORTH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RIM	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GEYSER SPRING	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SECTION HOUSE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TAVA YAAKWI	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OWENS BASIN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST FALL CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOADING PEN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PRIEST GULCH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TRANSFER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRINDSTONE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHICKEN CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
OWENS BASIN CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NAVAJO LAKE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLUE JAY CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
STONER MESA	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HUGHS DITCH HEADGATE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HILLSIDE CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROUGH CANYON	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WINDY WILLIAMS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HIGHLINE - CO.TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEDROCK SPUR TO ALLARD OHV	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HIGHLINE - CO.TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PRIEST CUT OFF	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GEYSER SPRING	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PRIEST CUT OFF	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STONER MESA	0.2	CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GOBLE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TENDER FOOT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOWER RYMAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOGGY LOOKOUT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOADING PEN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GOLD RUN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST FALL CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST FALL CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST MANCOS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MADDEN CAMP SPUR OHV	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEPTUNE MINE SPUR OHV	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEDROCK SPUR TO MINE OHV	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCPHEE OVERLOOK SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WEST MANCOS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE BEAR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIM	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIM	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLACK GOAT	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—

Historical Trends — Dolores

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	928	$27,279
2015	936	$34,813
2017	951	$52,404
2019	959	$41,500
2021	904	$24,747
2023	924	$33,438

Museums in Dolores

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CROW CANYON ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9705658975	$5,780,352
MESA VERDE MUSEUM	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	928 EAST MAIN STREET	9705640780	$654,967
GEM AND MINERAL SOCIETY OF FRANKLIN NE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8283697831	$179,587
GALLOPING GOOSE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF DOLORES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$40,194
ANASAZI HERITAGE CENTER & HISTORICAL SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM		9708825600
ANASAZI HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9708824811
CORTEZ CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	25 N MARKET ST	9705651151
MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9705294614
MONTEZUMA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Dolores

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CORTEZ PUBLIC LIBRARY	202 NORTH PARK	160,714
MANCOS LIBRARY DISTRICT	211 W. FIRST ST.	63,129
DOLORES LIBRARY DISTRICT/MONTEZUMA COUNTY	1002 RAILROAD AVE	26,069

Farmers Markets in Dolores

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Cortez Farmers Market	Main and Elm Streets	06/02/2018 to 10/27/2018	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit
Mancos Farmer's Market	178 E. Frontage Rd.			Visit
Town Of Mancos Farmers' Market	117 N. Main			Visit

Breweries in Dolores

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Main Street Brewery and Restaurant	Brewery	21 E Main St	9705649112	Visit

Ski Resorts Near Dolores

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Telluride	86.0	20	3,815	$110	November - April	—	Yes

EV Charging Stations in Dolores

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Dunton Hot Springs - Tesla Destination	52068 W Fork Rd #38	Tesla Destination	1		TESLA	public
TOD-TOWN HALL TOD TOWN HALL	420 Central Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Fire Stations in Dolores

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Dolores Fire Protection District	47 Central Ave	Volunteer			970-882-4096

Bridges in Dolores

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	249	4,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1994	133	1,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	79	1,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	174	1,478	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	51	743	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1977	34	278	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	41	35	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	94	33	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1959	53	15	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1978	121	12	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1978	40	10	F

Airports Near Dolores

14 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Cortez Municipal Airport	CEZ	Medium Airport
Durango La Plata County Airport	DRO	Medium Airport
Four Corners Regional Airport	FMN	Medium Airport
Telluride Regional Airport	TEX	Medium Airport
Animas Air Park	AMK	Small Airport
Aztec Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Dove Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Exceptional Community Hospital Heliport	—	Small Airport
Flying M & M Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Monogram Mesa Airport	—	Small Airport
Tanner Field	—	Small Airport
True Grit South Airport	—	Small Airport
Val Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Williams Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Dolores

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Cortez Police Station	608 North Park Street
Mancos Police Station
Mancos Police Station
Port of Entry Cortez	24125 CR G
Port of Entry Cortez	24125 CR G

Grocery Stores in Dolores

5 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dolores Food Market	Grocery Store	400 Railroad Ave
Family Dollar 11737	Other	1009 Railroad Ave
Haycamp Farm	Farmers and Markets	15801 Road 31
Speedway 9498	Convenience Store	501 Railroad Ave
Terra Sana Farm	Farmers and Markets	13229 Road 32

Post Offices in Dolores

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Dolores Post Office

Treatment Centers in Dolores

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Cortez Addiction Recovery Services Inc - DBA The Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	970-565-4109 x14
Integrated Insight Therapy	Both	970-201-1467
Misfit Addiction Counseling - Online DUI Addiction Counseling	Substance Abuse	970-403-5198

DOL Wage Violations in Dolores

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $5,039 in back wages owed to 9 employees.

Violations

$5,039

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Gonzales Construction Company	—	—	81323	—	1	$5,039	$560	9

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dolores

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ARRIOLA BIBLE CHURCH	15998 ROAD 22
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 90
FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 925
MONTELORES BAPTIST CHURCH	18735 RD 235
MOSER MINISTRIES	19927 ROAD 26.2 LOOP

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dolores

What is the population of Dolores?

Dolores has a population of 947 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 1,263 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 40.9% female and 59.1% male.

Is Dolores expensive to live in?

Dolores has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $33,438, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $263,300 (7% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Dolores safe?

Dolores is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 198 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,761 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Dolores receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Dolores?

Dolores has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches, with 57.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Dolores?

The job market in Dolores is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $888. There are 1,029 business establishments in the area, including 90 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 14.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Dolores?

The median home value in Dolores is $263,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $461,382. For renters, the median monthly rent is $749. Fair market rent is $1,017 for a 1-bedroom and $1,115 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 44.2%. The average annual property tax is $2,392.

How are the schools in Dolores?

Schools in Dolores score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 33.2% of adults in Dolores hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Dolores?

The obesity rate in Dolores is 27.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.5% of adults are smokers. 19.5% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 10.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 67.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:969.

What is transportation like in Dolores?

The average commute in Dolores is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 55.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Dolores?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Dolores is 66% White, 13.7% Black or African American, 17.2% Hispanic or Latino, 8.1% Asian. 96.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.2% speak Spanish. 5.3% of the population are military veterans. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 81.8% have health insurance coverage.

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