Durango - Southwest Colorado
A city created by the railroad, Durango retains a "Frontier West" feeling; yet it is the home of Fort Lewis College and Durango Mountain Resort. Surrounded by the San Juan Mountains and set amidst reddish, sandstone bluffs, this town bustles with activity and adventure. Year round outdoor activities include mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, kayaking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, camping, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snowboarding, and downhill skiing in the two-million acres of the San Juan National Forest.
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge
Railroad & Museum
Take a walk through living history on Main Street, Durango's National Register Historic District, with gift shops, saloons and ice cream shops there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy. The famous Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is the country's only coal-and-steam-powered train operating daily with round trips to Silverton; chugging along sheer cliffs, criss-crossing the Animas River on its' 45 mile trip. The Animas River, "river of lost souls", has exciting whitewater rafting during spring run-off and settles down in the summer for family jaunts. Rent a bike for a day and discover why this area is so popular with mountain bikers.
Vallecito Lake near Bayfield is a beautiful mountain lake; 23 miles northeast of Durango. Enjoy a quiet, intimate visit to a secluded mountain valley, home to one of Colorado's largest lakes at an elevation of 8,000 feet. Surrounding the lake are a variety of accommodations and recreation opportunities. Cabins, dude and guest ranches, motel units, RV parks and campgrounds, are available along with marinas, stables, restaurants, stores and gift shops. Boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, backpacking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and ice fishing are all part of the allure of this year round outdoor mecca.
Just west of Vallecito Lake is the smaller Lemon (Reservoir) Lake. Only the east side of the lake is accessible by County Road 243. Fishing is good as it is stocked with trout and kokanee salmon. Lemon Lake is also a fun place to boat, sail and wind surf.
Hesperus is a tiny community outside Durango; its "ski hill" is lit for night skiing and there's a tubing hill for kids. Believe it or not the "ski-hill" has a snack bar and warming hut. There is great hunting here in the fall.
Located in southwestern Colorado, Ignacio, is within the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. The Sky Ute Casino is the main attraction and features gaming halls, a bowling alley and new Cultural Center and Museum. Lake Capote is the reservation's top trout-fishing destination.
25 miles north of Durango is Durango Mountain Resort (FKA Purgatory), which offers the unpretentious skiing of the southwest. Also nearby is Wolf Creek Ski Area for even more downhill skiing.
Commercial air travel accommodations are handled by Durango - La Plata County Airport. Please contact your preferred travel agent or airline for flight arrangements.
Durango is near: Farmington, New Mexico, Mesa Verde Area, Navajo Lake, Pagosa Springs Area & Silverton
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Bi-level suites are the only ones of their kind in Durango. Family suites have kitchens. Free continental breakfast, new outdoor pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day) with huge play system and picnic area.
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A vacation rental cabin nestled in the beautiful mountains 15 minutes from Durango. Relax in the heart of La Plata Canyon. The ultimate luxury river cabin. Eco-Friendly - off the grid with new solar system!
25 miles northeast of Durango. 3,000 foot frontage on Vallecito Lake and Pine River, full hookup sites, tenting area, fully equipped cabins (some handicap), and camper cabins in wooded surroundings.
Near Vallecito Lake, 25 miles northeast of Durango; 1, 2 & 3 bedroom modern cabins, and 1 to 6 bedroom vacation homes in a woodsy, relaxing, uncrowded environment, some along the river.
Five vacation rentals in splendid mountain seclusion on 85 acres near Pagosa Springs. Groups welcome! New, beautifully furnished log homes with internet access, smoke-free and incredible views!
Twice Named Colorado's "Company of the Year." Offering 1/2 to 10 day whitewater rafting trips on 5 Colorado rivers. Featuring Inn-to-Inn rafting, horseback riding, jeeping and downhill mountain biking.
Family fun abounds at the Ranch located in the beautiful San Juan mountains just north of Durango with comprehensive western riding and children's program plus some of the best fly-fishing in the Nation.
Cabins for rent by the season only -- May through September. On banks of beautiful Pine River, fishing, peaceful, relaxing. Studio, 2 and 3 bedroom cabins. 3 miles to Vallecito Lake; 30 minutes from Durango.
Relive history on board the famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad with year-round scenic train trips through the San Juan mountains. "A Top 10 Most Exciting Train Journeys in the World!"
The Animas River running right past this Family Friendly Durango campground. Relax in Log waterfront Cabins! Camp in spacious Pull-Thru RV sites! Fishing out your Backdoor. Sleep along the Animas River!
Near Vallecito Lake, northeast of Durango, combines the charming appeal of rustic log-sided cabins with modern amenities. Four cabins with cooking facilities & 4 vacation homes. All non-smoking!
Between Durango & Mesa Verde National Park. Where Mesas meet Mountains, Non-structured guest ranch where YOU pick the activities your family will enjoy. The 4-Corners is perfect for your next vacation.
On the Quiet Side of Vallecito Lake. Lakefront 1, 2, & 3 bedroom cabins, hot tub, relaxing treatment in our day spa, horse rides, canoes/kayaks/SUPs, WI-FI. Wedding & groups welcome. Open year round!
1 & 2 bedroom cozy, modern cabins with kitchens decorated with a western flair on 10 acres along the San Juan River. 1 mile east of Pagosa Springs. Dogs ($). Horses welcome FREE. Free WI-FI. Hot tub.
An elegant Hotel, built in 1898, in downtown Durango only steps from the train station. AAA has given this Historic Landmark a 4-Diamond Rating each year since 1975! ASK ABOUT OUR RAFTING PACKAGES.
Cozy A-Frame cabin with loft is tucked away on a 1/2-acre at the end of a quiet road, near Vallecito Lake. Amenities: sleeps 6 people, full kitchen, BBQ grill. A firepit for roasting marshmallows under the stars.
Bi-level suites are the only ones of their kind in Durango. Family suites have kitchens. Free continental breakfast, new outdoor pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day) with huge play system and picnic area.
Kid & Pets friendly. Free WI-FI. At Vallecito Lake, 26 miles northeast of Durango. Homey 1,2&3 bedroom vacation cabins and vacation homes. We also offer guided fly-fishing trips on the San Juan River.
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Listen to the sound of the river as you relax on your cabin deck. 1,400' of river front in a beautiful park-like setting & just 12 miles NE of Durango. Relaxing is what we're all about! Riverside hot tub. River fishing.
Where guests become friends. Cabins and vacation homes with kitchens. Our indoor pool is open year around for family fun! Overlooking beautiful Vallecito Lake, in San Juan Mountains near Durango.
Guided tours in the majestic San Juan Backcountry near Silverton, Colorado. Whether you choose a 4x4, ATV or dirt bike, you will have fun in Colorado's Mountains. Or head out on your own after renting from us.
On 160 private acres surrounded by Forest Service Land with 4 hand-hewn log guest cabins, 4 modern vacation homes, a lake & minutes from downtown Durango. Honeymoon cabin: king bed & deluxe bath.
Outstanding views. In historic Silverton at base of Kendall Mountain. Newest and highest rated RV Park with Hot Tub. FREE WI-FI. Rent a Jeep here and explore the Alpine Loop Backcountry Byway.
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5,000 sqft luxury home in Durango: 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, hot tub, sleeps 20. Walk to Hot Spring Spa & Olympic pool. 1mi to golf, 15mi to Durango Mtn Ski Resort. All with guest rates. Small reunions welcome.
Accommodations near Durango that fit every lifestyle & budget, from modern cabins to full hookup RV sites beneath majestic ponderosa pines. Make your stay comfortable with free WI-FI and Cable TV.
Five miles north of historic Durango in the beautiful Animas River Valley. Newly renovated RV Park has 60X30 sites with 30 & 50 amp hookups and free WI-FI. Next to Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs.
RV Sales, Service & Rentals
Service all brands & types of RV's. NEW & used RV sales. 2 miles south of Durango on Highways 160 & 550 right across from Wal-Mart. Easy on/off with a stop-light, circle drive at the dealership.
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