Blog https://www.durango.org/blog/ Blog Fri, 03 May 2024 11:06:09 +0000 Colorado Trail Thru-Hikers' Nicknames: A Reflection on the Finishers of 2023 https://www.durango.org/blog/post/colorado-trail-thru-hikers-nicknames/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/colorado-trail-thru-hikers-nicknames/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/colorado-trail-thru-hikers-nicknames/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0700

As another successful year on the Colorado Trail approaches, the time has come to pay homage to the extraordinary individuals who triumphed over the challenging 500-mile journey. The Colorado Trail, renowned for its stunning views and grueling terrain, holds a special place in the annals of the

]]> 6 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiking With Your Dog https://www.durango.org/blog/post/mistakes-to-avoid-hiking-with-dog/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/mistakes-to-avoid-hiking-with-dog/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/mistakes-to-avoid-hiking-with-dog/ Wed, 02 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0600

Hiking with your dog can be an awesome experience. Nothing beats exploring the great outdoors with a companion who’s always excited, curious, and present in the current moment.

It’s important to keep your dog safe when hiking though. Without preparation, wilderness trails can be dangerous places for

]]> A Guide to Vallecito Reservoir https://www.durango.org/blog/post/guide-to-vallecito-reservoir/ https://www.durango.org/blog/post/guide-to-vallecito-reservoir/#comments https://www.durango.org/blog/post/guide-to-vallecito-reservoir/ Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0600

Durango, Colorado, is home to incredible places to play in the water. There's no shortage of reservoirs, rivers, streams, and alpine lakes to explore.

One area that stands out is the town of Vallecito, located east of Durango. It is just a short drive from downtown Durango to the water's edge of

]]> 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

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