Location: Colorado < USA
Nearest Airport:
La Plata Regional Airport at 30
Miles
Car: necessary
Durango lies at the base of the San Juan Mountains, a spectacular region of high peaks, old mining towns, lakes, waterfalls and meadows full of wildflowers. The pristine Animas River runs right through town! You can swim, raft, float, or kayak on it. Mild sections are safe for family fun, and wild sections are great for adventurous types. Hiking, biking, horseback riding, shopping and fabulous restaurants are all part of the Durango scene. Get a massage and soak in the Trimble Hot Springs, and don't forget to ride the famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad for some Old West fun. Nearby day trips include the Mesa Verde archaeological ruins, and the old mining towns of Silverton and Ouray. All seasons are beautiful in Durango, and the friendly locals will make you feel very welcome.