Durango Travel Guide
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Welcome to Durango!
Durango is steeped in both historical and outdoor attractions, resulting in a reputation for being a favored Colorado travel destination. The annual Music in the Mountains Festival runs for three weeks every summer and welcomes classical musicians from around the globe to perform in a unique mountain setting. Durango is popular in the winter with skiers and snowboarders seeking the fabled Colorado powder. The Durango Mountain Resort also features mountain bike events on the ski trails after the snow has melted. Several natural hot springs are also located in the area, including the Trimble Hot Springs, featuring an Olympic pool and full spa services. Bird watching and other wildlife viewing is popular in this part of Colorado as well, with the mountains eliciting a wealth of species. Durango's Grand Motorcar & Piano Collection showcases a number of antique automobiles and pianos.
Tourist Attractions
The Animas Musuem, operated by the La Plata County Historical Society, chronicles Durango's past through documents, artifacts and rotating exhibits.
Hotels & Motels
This luxury hotel overlooking the Animas River is just two blocks from downtown Durango.
Tour Operators
The Historic Durango and Silverton Narrow Guage Railroad takes guests through the stunning San Juan National Forest aboard coal-fired, steam-operated locomotives.
Current & Upcoming Events [ View All ]
Looking for something to do in Durango? Check out these current and upcoming events. If you know of an event that is not listed in the travel guide, please feel free to add an event listing (it's free).
- Snowdown Winter Carnival
Feb 01 to Feb 05 » Durango - Annual Durango Film Festival
Feb 29 to Mar 04 » Durango
