Things to do in Durango, Colorado

Things to do in Durango, Colorado

Your Guide to Durango, Colorado Adventures

About Durango

Durango, Colorado is nature’s playground. With a diverse array of adventure options, it is a perfect hub for your vacation in an adorable, authentic, and friendly mountain town that you’ll love.

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Durango Rafting

Castle Valley

Colorado River
Share a relaxing day of breathtaking scenery as you experience mild Colorado River rafting through the world famous Castle Valley and Fisher Towers. Our guides will point out the fascinating geology and stories of local history as you explore the most picturesque Utah river trip. Convenient to Canyonlands and Arches, you can experience and sample in just a half or full day trip. 1/2, Full, 2, & 3 day trip options.
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Intermediate & High Adventure Rafting

Interested in intermediate or high adventure? Just outside of Durango, the Upper Box of the Piedra River offers intermediate white water, while the Lower Box of the Piedra and the Upper Animas River offers some of the most exciting whitewater rafting in the U.S. The Needleton Section is an advanced intermediate adventure, while the Silverton Section is an extreme adventure.
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Durango Train

The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad was once a part of the Denver & Rio Grande Railway. In 1882, just nine months after construction began, it was completed from Durango to Silverton. This unbelievably scenic and historic train ride is rated the Number One North American Train Trip by National Geographic (2010) and one of the top World’s Train Rides by the Society of American Travel Writers (2009). Combine a one way Durango Train ride and a Colorado Jeep Tour for our spectacular Trails & Rails package!

Colorado Jeep Tours

Durango Jeep Tours

Explore Colorado’s beautiful mountains and rich history on a guided jeep tour. The La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour departs from Durango, Colorado. Discover cascading waterfalls, rich mining history, Colorado wildflowers and wildlife as well as breathtaking views from 12,000 feet.
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Mesa Verde National Park

A true Durango vacation is not complete without a day at Mesa Verde National Park. Relive history on our Mesa Verde Discovery Tour. Discover the rich culture and architecture of the Ancestral Puebloans on a small, guided interpretive tour. Explore Cliff Palace and Spruce Tree Cliff Dwellings. Take in 700 years of history on the Mesa Loop. Explore the museum and Visitor’s Center and enjoy a delicious, deli-style lunch.

Plan Your Trip

Durango Lodging

Durango Rafting
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Camping & Dining

Cataract Canyon Rafting
See what's for dinner and learn more about our camp setup!
Camping & Dining

Itinerary

Cataract Canyon Rafting
See what we get up to and how the days flow in Cataract Canyon!
Itinerary

Map & River Log

Cataract Canyon Rafting
Check out a general map of Cataract Canyon and the detailed river log with it!
Map & River Log

Packing Guide

Cataract Canyon Rafting
Check out what we provide and what to bring for yourself in Cataract Canyon!
Packing Guide

Weather & Rapids

Cataract Canyon Rafting
How's the weather and the water in Cataract Canyon? We'll tell you!
Weather & Rapids