Sierra & Brandon
Things To Do
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is a historic landmark in the southwest and is truly a unique experience. We recommend boarding in Sierra's neighborhood Rockwood Station as it saves journey time and lets you get on right before the incredible scenic parts. Once in Silverton, you can grab lunch, shop, and even opt for a bus ride home for a quicker return.
Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours
If you want to get a little more adventurous, we recommend trying whitewater rafting on the lower Animas or experiencing great heights on a guided Jeep tour!
Durango Hot Springs Resort & Spa
Want to rest and relax? We love the newly renovated hot springs resort and it has over 30 natural mineral soaking pools. The Durango hot springs are unique because they are absent of sulphuric odors, meaning you can breathe in the crisp mountain air. Reservations are required and can easily be booked online (even day-of).
San Juan Skyway Scenic Drive
Highway 550, also known as the Million Dollar Highway and San Juan Skyway is a scenic drive loop that takes you through Silverton, Ouray, Telluride, Cortez, and Durango. We highly suggest at least checking out Silverton and Ouray for some spectacular mountain views.
Mesa Verde National Park
Tour cliff dwellings of ancient Puebloans at Mesa Verde National Park, located just 35 miles west of Durango. The dwellings were inhabited from the years 600-1300, making many of the sites in this park some of the best preserved in the world. If you're a history buff, you will love this. Make sure to get tour tickets to the Cliff Palace at the entrance of the park so that you can see the cliff dwellings up close!
Soaring Tree Top Adventures
If you want to combine the train with an outdoor activity, look no further. Sierra used to work at Soaring Treetop Adventures, where people of all ages can participate in a spectacular zip-lining course in the San Juans. Soaring is only accessible via train, where you get off on the way up to Silverton, and finish your zip-lining day in time to board the train again on its way back. The tour includes a gourmet lunch on a cool treetop platform, and the course is the longest in the US with over 26 different zip-lines.
Main Street Shopping and Dining
Make sure to visit downtown for a little souvenir shopping and dining! Did you know that Durango has more restaurants per capita than San Francisco? There is one restaurant for every 99 people in Durango, and some of our favorites are Steamworks, El Moro, Zia Taqueria, Serious Texas BBQ, Durango Bagel, and Michel's Corner Crepes.