Visit Durango

08/16/2024

Check out miniatures of your favorite local locomotives when you visit the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum!

08/12/2024

No bike? No problem! Purgatory Resort has a great rental selection to get you out on the bike park trails this summer!

08/03/2024

Swipe for stars! Do you have a favorite local spot for stargazing?
📸 Nick Kogos

08/01/2024

We are honored to be featured in the Green Destinations 2023 Top 100 Story List!! A huge thanks to our amazing community for working together with us to make this possible! Learn more about this program by clicking the link below.

🎉 Congratulations, Visit Durango, for featuring in the Green Destinations 2023 Top 100 Story List.

Here's a sneak peek into their Good Practice Story 👇🏼

Visit Durango needed to figure out how to improve the quality of life for residents of La Plata County while responsibly maintaining its competitiveness as a Colorado destination. We conducted a community engagement project, “Listening to Locals,” in 2022 to initiate a dialogue with residents using parts of the Continual Improvement for Social Responsibility Model. Through fourteen two-hour and five one-hour workshops, we interacted with over 50 organisations from for-profit and non-profit sectors, as well as over 25 residents across La Plata County, to identify more than 30 economic strengths, 30 environmental strengths, and 50 social strengths, in addition to 30 financial risks, 30 environmental risks, and 50 social risks. We also highlighted 60 economic opportunities and 50 environmental and social opportunities.

🔗 Read the full story here:
https://www.greendestinations.org/durango-usa/

🔗 Complete collection of 2023 Top 100 Stories: https://www.greendestinations.org/.../top-100-2023.../

07/29/2024

Wrong answers only! What do you call this furry little guy? 🤔
***Right answer: yellow-bellied marmot***
Remember to keep your distance when viewing wildlife and NEVER feed them! 🔭 👀

07/29/2024

Step back into the old west with horseback riding adventures and so much more at the ! 🐴 🌻

07/25/2024

The Adaptive Sports Association summer programs are underway!! Check them out for exciting programs like indoor climbing adventures at Gravity Lab - scholarships available!

07/22/2024

For the fourth year in a row, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has been voted as the #1 Scenic Train Ride by USA Today’s 10 BEST! Thanks to everyone who voted!
📸 Anthony DAmato & CTO

07/20/2024

The Music in the Mountains festival - one of the longest-running classical music festivals in Southwest Colorado has returned for its 38th season, don't miss all the amazing performances now until August 4th!

07/18/2024

Take a rip around the Purgatory Resort bike park with Lain Van Ogle - now open for the summer!

07/17/2024

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07/15/2024

Summer concerts have begun at the Durango Hot Springs Spa where the seats don't get much better to take in a show!

07/12/2024

Sprinkles? Yes, please! There's nothing like an old-fashioned treat from the Colorado Trails Ranch soda fountain to put a smile on your face.🍦🤠

07/08/2024

Heritage on display at the True Western Roundup this summer!
📸 Hans Hallenbeck

07/06/2024

Summer is here and there is plenty of rock to climb! What's your favorite local route??
📸 Nick Kogos

06/30/2024

Experience some of the best Cajun, Creole and Southern food with recipes straight from Louisiana right here in Durango at Highway 3 Roadhouse & Oyster Bar!

06/28/2024

There are endless opportunities for exploring around Durango in an OHV! Who is ready for offroading season? 🤘

06/27/2024

Visit Durango is having an open casting call! We need people who bike, raft, bird watch, dance...or tell us what you do for fun around the area! This is a paid opportunity for individuals and families to be featured in local photo shoots, to submit your info click the link below!
https://cd5echky35a.typeform.com/to/EobI42TT?utm_source=Visit+Durango+Monthly+Newsletter&utm_campaign=67bfd13317-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_04_19_04_10_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ccaf2fb2be-67bfd13317-
📸 Kara Cavalca, CTO

06/26/2024

If you are looking for local produce Long Table Farm has you covered! Women owned and operated right here in Durango, Long Table supplies their produce to Durango Farmers Market Sunnyside Farms Market James Ranch Market and Grill and more!

06/22/2024

Hitting the hiking trails this season? If you are new to entering the backcountry or need a refresher be sure to check out Durango Trails to learn proper trail etiquette!
📸 Hans Hollenbeck La Plata Open Space Conservancy San Juan Mountains Association

06/21/2024

Historic Narration tours are available year-round on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad with different stories told seasonally. 🚂
📸 Nick Kogos

06/20/2024

Here is just a taste of what's going on at the Durango Farmers Market this summer!
📸 Scott Smith

06/19/2024

Coming down the hill from a hard hike or bike ride? Reward your tired muscles with a soothing soak at Durango Hot Springs Spa - your perfect springtime recovery spot! 🚴‍♀️🥾🌸💦
📸 Cole Davis

06/17/2024

Step back in time at the iconic Strater Hotel, where intricate handcrafted woodwork, period wallpaper and a breathtaking collection of American Victorian walnut antiques await! 🕰️🏨

06/15/2024

It may not be the most stylish accessory on the trail but we love to see used waste bags being carried out by pet owners. Pack out all trash!
Durango Trails La Plata Open Space Conservancy San Juan Mountains Association

06/13/2024

The Music in the Mountains festival is back for it's 38th season, bringing world-renowned musicians of the highest caliber to Durango for four weeks of outstanding performances and free community concerts this July 11-August 4th!

06/12/2024

Create unforgettable memories and take in incredible views when you take a backpacking trip this season! ⛰️
📸 Hans Hollenbeck

06/09/2024

The snow may be gone but the Purgatory Resort bike park is ramping up operations...Don't miss opening day happening this Saturday June 15th!
📸 Christian Ridings

06/08/2024

Who is ready for spring blooms? As local meadows and trail systems begin to pop with color be sure to check out Durango Trails for the latest conditions and Leave No Trace ethics regarding wildflowers before you ride!
La Plata Open Space Conservancy San Juan Mountains Association

06/01/2024

Remember to keep campfires manageable and always check for local fire restrictions as we head into the camping season this year!
Durango Trails La Plata Open Space Conservancy San Juan Mountains Association