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Mountain River Neighborhood, Bayfield CO – Homes & Lifestyle

Mountain River is a residential neighborhood located off Pinion Lane in Bayfield, Colorado. Homes sit at 7,742 feet in elevation and are developed on lots ranging from 0.22 to 1.25 acres. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 330 to 2,753 square feet, with the highest reported sale price at $650,000. A few homes are located along the river, while most properties are not riverfront. The area includes mountain and stream or river views.

What to Expect

Properties in Mountain River are accessed from Pinion Lane. As of May 2026, HOA dues are $300 annually. HOA services include snow removal and road maintenance. HOA details may vary by property and should be verified independently.

Lifestyle

Mountain River offers convenient access to Vallecito Reservoir, nearby trail systems, and surrounding outdoor recreation. Rocky Mountain General Store is 8 minutes away, La Plata County Airport is 51 minutes away, and Downtown Durango is approximately 46 minutes from the neighborhood. Basic services and grocery options are available within a short drive.

You'll Love

Some properties located near Vallecito Creek
Mountain and stream/river views
Access to nearby trails including Vallecito Trail #529 and Endlich Mesa Trail #534
Close proximity to fishing areas such as Berri Creek and Vallecito Reservoir
Rocky Mountain General Store within 8 minutes
Community clubhouse available for gatherings (as noted in MLS remarks)

Location

Downtown Durango (Durangler’s Fly Shop): 46 minutes
La Plata County Airport: 51 minutes
Durango High School: 46 minutes
City Market: 45 minutes
Rocky Mountain General Store: 8 minutes
Grocery Store at Bayfield: 32 minutes
Purgatory Ski Resort: 1 hour 10 minutes
Wolf Creek Ski Resort: 1 hour 50 minutes

Homes and Land

Mountain River features single-family homes with recorded sizes ranging from 330 to 2,753 square feet. As of May 2026, lot sizes range from 0.22 to 1.25 acres. A few homes are located along the river, while most properties are not riverfront. Homes are located along Pinion Lane within the neighborhood.

Utilities

Water: Upper Valley Sanitation (no water well)
Sewer: Upper Valley Sanitation
Gas: Other
Electric: La Plata Electric Association

HOA

As of May 2026, HOA dues are $300 annually. HOA services include snow removal and road maintenance. Short-term rental policies may vary by property and should be verified independently.

Recreation

Nearby trails include:

Endlich Mesa Trail #534
Emerald Lake – Vallecito Creek
Vallecito Trail #529
Beri ATV Trail #812
Bear Creek Loop #810
Vallecito View Trail #808
Cave Basin Trail #815
Runlett Park Trail #530

Fishing and water access:

Berri Creek: 4 minutes
D Creek: 6 minutes
Grimes Creek: 6 minutes
Vallecito Reservoir: 9 minutes
Freeman Creek: 13 minutes

Property tax history, a tax estimator, and parcel information—including lot size, boundaries, and what a property backs up to—are available through the La Plata County Assessor.

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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.