April 3rd was #UteDay this year 🪶 — a day to honor the strength, legacy, and living culture of the Nuuchiu people. We recognize the Southern Ute, Ute Mountain Ute, and Ute Indian Tribe of Uintah and Ouray—their deep connection to the land continues to shape Colorado’s identity. 🌄 Let’s uplift their voices, traditions, and enduring presence. We joined Southern Ute Tribal Council Member Linda Baker and local creative director Kristean Velasquez-Howe to learn more about this important day. Click the link below to learn more!
💬 Featuring: Southern Ute Indian Tribe Tribal Council Member Linda Baker
🎥 Creative Direction by: Kristean Velasquez-Howe
#NuuchiuStrong #ColoradoHistory #HonortheLand #LandStewardship #VisitDurango #DurangoColorado
🔗 Learn more: https://www.colorado.gov/governor/news/governor-polis-lt-governor-primavera-celebrate-annual-ute-day-capitol
The @durangobluegrassmeltdown is here!! Don't miss out on all the great performances happening all over town this weekend! 🎶 🎸
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#visitdurango #durangocolorado #coloradobluegrass #bluegrassmusic #durangobluegrassmeltdown #bluegrassmeltdown #durangomusic #musicfestival #bluegrass #durangoevents
Shredding through Ancestral Ute Lands at Purgatory Resort , we embrace culture, tradition, and the deep responsibility to protect and honor these sacred mountains. 🏔️✨ Inspired by the 1966 Your Responsibility Code, let’s keep our trails safe, respect nature, and preserve these spaces for future generations. Ride with care. Honor the land. Protect the beauty of our sacred spaces!
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🔥 Know Your Responsibility Code: www.slidewithrespect.org
🎶 Music: Smoke Signals by Taylor Abasta & Mc Slader
✨ Talent: Nate Hendren (Ute) & Zorion Wilbanks (Ho-Chunk Nation of WI & Oneida Nation)
🪶 Styling & Creative Direction: Kristean Velasquez- Howe
#HonorTheLand #RideWithRespect #LandStewardship #RespectTheRide #visitdurango
Whats better than exploring the backcountry with friends!? Be safe out there and have a blast this spring season!
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📸 Ri Ganey #visitdurango #durangocolorado #backcountrycolorado #durangobackcountry #coloradoliving #coloradical #coloradomountains #cosnow #skicolorado
Quality food, a unique selection of toys, treats and locally made pet products. If you need something for your furry friend Pet Haus has you covered!
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#visitdurango #durangocolorado #coloradopets #durangodogs #dogfriendlydurango #dogfriendly #shoplocal #supportlocal
Take a break from scrolling and enjoy this snowy moment of zen for your feed! ❄️ 🏔️
Sweeten up your day with a trip to Honeyville 🍯🥃✨
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#visitdurango #durangocolorado #shoplocal #localwhiskey #honey #local #localbusiness #localfood #durangoco #durangocolorado
Ripping through the back country this week, hope everyone is having a safe and fun winter season!
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The persons featured in this post are trained professionals and special clearance was obtained to film in the featured area. Visit Durango does not encourage viewers to replicate the actions seen in this post. #freshpowder #skicolorado #backcountryskiing #earnyourturns #durangocolorado
#coloradolife #backcountryski
Winter and early spring Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad rides are still departing from town, don't miss out on the magic of the Cascade Canyon Winter Train! ❄️🏔️
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📸 Anthony D'Amato #visitdurango #durangocolorado #coloradolife #coloradolocal #durangoco #winter #polarexpress #durangoandsilvertonnarrowgaugerailroad #railfans_of_instagram #railfan #railfanning #steamtrain #steamtrainsofinstagram #railroadphotography #trainphotography
The Durango Diner has been a breakfast and lunch staple in the community for over 60 years! What's your go to order?
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#visitdurango #breakfast #diners #diner #foodie #roadtrip #bestbreakfast #durangocolorado #supportlocal #supportlocalbusiness #coloradorestaurants #eatlocal #localeats #eatdrinklocal
Thanks to Bow & Arrow Brewing, Durango Arts Center , and Lola's Place, you can enjoy Scenic West and Denim Tux brews during this year's Snowdown! Find them on tap at Lola's Place and at every live Follies show. Best of all, a portion of each drink sale will support nonprofits serving Indigenous communities in our region. #NativeBrew #NativeOwned #WomenOwned #Snowdown2025
A moment of zen: fresh snow on North Twilight Peak from Coal Bank Pass. #DurangoColorado #VisitDurango #ColoradoCheck #Colorado #DroneVideo #Zen