Durango Hot Springs is located 8 miles north of downtown Durango and 15 miles south of Purgatory Ski Resort. Surrounded by mountain views, theses natural mineral hot springs are a perfect blend of minerals. These newly renovated hot springs resort also offers massages and spa treatments.
Purgatory Ski Resort offers many activities. In the summer they offer a mountain coaster, alpine slide, treasure panning, a scenic chairlift ride, and paddle boarding.
The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad winds through spectacular and breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of San Juan National Forest. Experience the same tracks that miners, cowboys, and settlers of the Old West took.
A popular and iconic trail in Durango, Animas Mountain has spectacular views and the main loop is easy to follow. The loop is a lollipop heading in a counter-clockwise direction. Ride/hike up the trail for a few hundred yards from the parking area and take a right at the first trail junction. Keep taking rights to follow the loop in a counter-clockwise direction.
James Ranch is 10 miles north of downtown Durango located in the beautiful Animas Valley. They have a market and restaurant offering grass-fed beef and artisan cheese.
The Nugget Mountain Bar is located a half a mile south of Purgatory Ski Resort. The bar is an old miner's cabin with a large deck with views of the San Juan Mountains offering casual food and drinks with a beautiful view.
Known for exceptional food and service, Eolus takes a fresh take on new American cuisine. They source many ingredients from local farms and producers and every dish bursts with flavor and authenticity.
The Diamond Belle Saloon is a a historic wild west saloon that offers food and drinks as well as live music with talented musicians every night.