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Grimes Creek Neighborhood, Bayfield CO – Homes & Land

Grimes Creek is a residential community located in Bayfield, Colorado. Homes sit at 7,716 feet in elevation and are developed on lots ranging from 0.27 to 4.2 acres. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 396 to 4,348 square feet, with the highest reported sale price at $886,000. Homes are located off W Grimes Creek Road.

What to Expect

As of May 2026, properties in Grimes Creek are accessed from W Grimes Creek Road. The neighborhood does not have an HOA based on the provided property examples. Properties are served by private wells for water and Upper Valley Sanitation for sewer, with propane and electric service available. Short-term rental allowances vary by property. Some properties include chain-link fencing.

Lifestyle

Grimes Creek is located near Vallecito Reservoir, with convenient access to nearby trails and outdoor recreation areas. Rocky Mountain General Store is 4 minutes away, and local stores and services in Bayfield are within a short drive.

You'll Love

  • Lot sizes ranging from 0.27 to 4.2 acres
  • No HOA
  • Well water and septic services
  • Proximity to Vallecito Reservoir (6 minutes)
  • Access to nearby trails

Location

  • 42 minutes to Downtown Durango
  • 47 minutes to La Plata County Airport
  • 42 minutes to Durango High School
  • 39 minutes to City Market
  • 4 minutes to Rocky Mountain General Store
  • 29 minutes to The Grocery Store at Bayfield
  • 1 hour 5 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort
  • 1 hour 49 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort

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Homes and Land

Grimes Creek features single-family homes with recorded sizes ranging from 396 to 4,348 square feet. As of May 2026, lot sizes range from 0.27 to 4.2 acres. The area consists of residential homes on a mix of smaller and larger parcels.

    Utilities

    • Water: Well
    • Sewer: Upper Valley Sanitation
    • Gas: Ferrellgas
    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

    Recreation

    Nearby trails include:

    • Endlich Mesa Trail #534
    • Emerald Lake- Vallecito Creek
    • Vallecito Trail #529
    • Beri ATV Trail #812
    • Runlett Parl Trail #530
    • East Creek Trail #535
    • North Canyon Trail #656
    • Pine River Trail #523

    Nearby fishing and lakes:

    • Berri Creek (2 minutes)
    • D Creek (5 minutes)
    • Grimes Creek (5 minutes)
    • Vallecito Reservoir (6 minutes)
    • Freeman Creek (9 minutes)
    • Lemon Reservoir (29 minutes)

      The La Plata County Assessor offers property tax history, a tax estimator, and parcel details like lot size, boundaries, and surrounding properties.

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      Disclaimer:
      All neighborhood information, including HOA details, fees, and community guidelines, is subject to change. HOA dues may increase over time, and other property-specific details may vary. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please contact our team directly.

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