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Bayfield
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
5.6
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Bayfield is a small town located in southwestern Colorado with a dry, semi-arid climate. Summers are warm with average temperatures in the high 80s, while winters are cold with average temperatures in the low 30s. The town is situated in the Pine River watershed, which provides water for irrigation and recreation. The Pine River is a popular destination for fly fishing, kayaking, and rafting. The surrounding San Juan National Forest offers opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and camping. In addition, the nearby Vallecito Lake provides a variety of water activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming. Overall, Bayfield is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the beauty of southwestern Colorado.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 8.0
Bayfield receives approximately
619mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 61%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Bayfield has a plant hardyness factor of
5, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Upper San Juan
Area Rivers
Upper San Juan
Snowpack Depths
Upper San Juan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper San Juan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.6
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride Town Park | 28 | 8,771 ft | |||
| Cottonwood - Navajo Lake State Park | 47 | 5,688 ft | |||
| Mill Creek - Lake City | 22 | 9,509 ft | |||
| Amphitheater | 35 | 8,254 ft | |||
| Simon Canyon Dispersed | None | 5,706 ft | |||
| Navajo State Park | 120 | 6,115 ft | |||
| Sims Mesa - Navajo Lake State Park | 44 | 6,136 ft | |||
| Pine River - Navajo Lake State Park | 103 | 6,264 ft | |||
| Thistledown | 9 | 8,501 ft | |||
| Old Timers - Vallecito Reservoir | 11 | 7,692 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.