With diverse landscapes and a myriad of natural settings, Durango, a city from southwest Colorado, has everything for adventurous souls. Mountain bike, kayak, hunt, do winter sports, or warm-up for the summer — the region's outdoor recreational activities seem endless. If you decide to visit and…
Spring Break in March is a wonderful time in Durango. The sun is shining but we can also get some snow storms. The snow doesn't last long in downtown Durango but adds to the snowpack in the mountains. Skiing in the spring is warm and the snow is soft. Sitting out in the sun at Purgatory makes…
Whether you plan to spend a day, a week, or the rest of your life in Durango, Colorado, we want to welcome you home. Durango’s Welcome Center is the one-stop “information” shop for tourists and locals alike looking for recommendations in the southwest region. Pop in to just say hello or allow our…
As you're planning your Winter trip to Durango, we have a great resource to help you plan: our Winter Photo Guide! Winter is an incredible time to visit Durango and we wanted to showcase everything that our town has to offer during our favorite season! To inspire your Winter visit to Durango, we’ve…
Fall in Durango is in full swing. Our San Juan National Forest has transformed into a fortress of red, yellow, orange, and gold. If you’re not here already, now is the perfect time to hop in the car and explore the fairytale world of southwestern Colorado and Durango. Plan to make your visit the…
When the colors change to Fall, you can find the best climbing adventures at the crag around Durango. Whether you’re a first-time climber or a lifelong expert, Durango’s access to hundreds of unique routes makes it a year-round climber’s destination. Durango, Colorado is an amazing place to climb…
If you're planning a trip to Durango, we have a great resource for you: our Fall Photo Guide! Fall is an incredible time to visit Durango and we wanted to showcase everything that our town has to offer during our favorite season! To inspire your Fall visit to Durango, we’ve created this Fall Photo…
The adventure capital of Colorado, Durango has something for everyone and then a bit more. What was once known for its mining is now a gateway to outdoor adventure, but it’s not just heading out of town that’s great fun. Durango, Colorado boasts an awesome nightlife scene with great places to eat…
Flowing directly through the heart of Durango, the Animas river is not a backyard treasure. As owner of Durango Rivertrippers, David Moler likes to say, “the Animas is a front yard amenity. Without it, our town probably wouldn’t be here.” After an unforgettable winter of snow, the southwest has…
Durango can be known for many things - big mountains, unbeatable skiing, and a historic narrow gauge are just a few that come to mind. However, there’s more to the southwest than meets the train. This wild western frontier found its footing as a mining town, but decades of hard work, love, and…
