Blog https://www.durango.org/blog/ Blog Fri, 03 May 2024 10:59:08 +0000 November Things to Do in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/november-things-to-do/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/november-things-to-do/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/november-things-to-do/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0600

Looking for something to do this November in Durango, Colorado?

While November is in between the height of ski and snow-play season, there are still plenty of things to do around town.

The colder temperatures of November clear the skies for star gazing, freeze the trails in the mountain areas for

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Sitting around the office one day, I took a quick tally in my head. Out of the eight people in the Destination Management and Marketing team:

  • Two people rock climb

  • Four people resort snowboard and/or ski

  • One person is a retired freestyle snowboarder

  • Three people cross-country mountain bike

]]> Simple Ways to Recreate with Care in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/recreate-with-care/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/recreate-with-care/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/recreate-with-care/ Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0600

When playing around Durango, Colorado, make sure you're following some simple things to "Recreate with Care." Durango has over 300 trails spread across the incredible trail and local recreation areas. As the trails get more usage during the warmer months of the year, we all have a responsibility to

]]> 10 Hidden Gem Spots for Fall Colors in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/hidden-gem-spots-fall-colors/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/hidden-gem-spots-fall-colors/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/hidden-gem-spots-fall-colors/ Fri, 17 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0600

As part of Southwestern Colorado, Durango is an incredible place to experience the change of seasons. Fall in Durango is a magical place where the mountains and mesas landscape shift from bright green to golden yellow.

With so many places to explore around the area, it's hard to determine where the

]]> Itinerary: Camper Van Trip In Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-camper-van-trip/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-camper-van-trip/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/itinerary-camper-van-trip/ Tue, 20 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0600

Planning a camper van trip is hard!

You don't want to spend your time in the car driving from place to place. Instead, you want to enjoy Durango's local activities and sightseeing while also knowing the best places for camping, restaurants, groceries, and, of course, showers.

This itinerary has

]]> 50 Things to Do in Durango This Summer https://www.durango.org/blog/post/things-to-do-durango-summer/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/things-to-do-durango-summer/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/things-to-do-durango-summer/ Sat, 29 May 2021 10:00:00 -0600

Durango is the perfect place to visit this summer for your next vacation in and around Colorado. Located in southwestern Colorado, Durango has some of the best outdoor activities in the whole state.

Planning your next trip to Colorado? Have you considered the hub for everything Colorado: Durango?

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Flights In and Out of Durango Are Inexpensive and Easy to Book

Durango, CO is one of the top destinations for travelers to Colorado and is easily accessible by air. Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) is the main airport providing service to southwest Colorado, and just minutes from Mesa Verde,

]]> Trail Etiquette in Durango: What You Should Know https://www.durango.org/blog/post/trail-etiquette/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/trail-etiquette/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/trail-etiquette/ Mon, 10 May 2021 11:00:00 -0600

Hiking Rules for More Fun and Less Stress on Your Outdoor Adventures

Durango’s many hiking trails are welcoming to visitors and locals, day-trippers and through-hikers alike, as well as mountain bikers, horseback riders, and ATV enthusiasts. Taking some time to get to know the trails could prevent

]]> Our Favorite Horseback Riding Trails in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/horseback-riding-trails/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/horseback-riding-trails/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/horseback-riding-trails/ Mon, 03 May 2021 11:00:00 -0600

Explore the Best Horseback Trail Riding in Durango

Horseback riding is one of the best ways to see Durango’s beautiful landscape, experience the beauty, and feel a connection with the land. From canyons to meadows to ridgelines, the view from horseback is spectacular. Horseback riding was also

]]> 50 Things to Do During Staycation Month in Durango https://www.durango.org/blog/post/things-to-do-staycation/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/things-to-do-staycation/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/things-to-do-staycation/ Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:00:00 -0700

February is officially Staycation month in Durango!

No matter how you slice it- 2020 was a strange year. After so many tragedies and hiccups that last year brought us, everyone in Durango could use a break!

As you’re considering taking a break from your couch or rewarding yourself for surviving

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