Things to Do in Silverton

Things to Do in Silverton

The Heart of The San Juans

About Silverton

Situated at 9,318 feet, in the heart of the Million Dollar Highway, and nestled between two rugged San Juan Mountain passes, lies tiny Silverton, Colorado.  Grounded in mining history, and the destination for the Durango train, Silverton is a National Historic Landmark, and home to Animas Forks and the Alpine Loop.

Whether you are taking the train or bus up to Silverton, or passing through on the San Juan Highway, check out these fantastic things to do in Silverton!

Silverton Adventures

Silverton Jeep Tours

Explore Historic Silverton
Take a Guided Jeep Trail Tour to a historic ghost town! Summiting up to 13,000 feet, learning mining history, soaking in the cascading waterfalls and bathing in Colorado’s famous wildflowers, this is a must do on your Colorado
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Upper Animas RAfting

Extreme Colorado Whitewater
Conquer continuous rapids and explore 14,000 foot peaks in the most spectacular and entertaining 26 miles of whitewater in Colorado. Considered to be one of the toughest commercially run trips in the United States, the Upper Animas river brings adventure enthusiasts from around the world to Durango, Colorado. Cascading creeks and waterfalls pour into the river as you face continuous sections of whitewater that leave your arms shaking from the constant paddling.
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Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Ride the Historic Train
The Durango Silverton Train winds through spectacular, breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of the two million acre San Juan National Forest. Travel by coal burning, steam-powered locomotive on the same tracks miners, cowboys and settlers of the Old West took over a century ago. Relive history with the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a truly spectacular journey through the Animas River Canyon.
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Hike The San Juan Mountains

Breathtaking View
Explore the area on one of the numerous hikes. Breathtaking views, High alpine lakes, Incredible wildflowers. Silverton has it all.
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Mild to Wild Adventures In Silverton:

Fuel Up For Your Adventure

Artisian Rum

Sample some award-winning rum and savor Silverton’s best views at Montanya Distiller’s roof top deck. Enjoy a distillery tour, artisan rum cocktail, free rum tasting, appetizer, and a rum experience like no other in the USA!

Craft Beer or Contageous Coffee?

Visit Avalanche Brewing Co for a cold brew or warm cup of coffee! Located at 1067 Notorious Blair St. in the heart of Silverton, Colorado’s red light district, you can fuel up for your next adventure, or wind down from the end of your last adventure.

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The Best Way to Ride the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

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Silverton Jeep Tour – Explore Colorado Rocky Mountain Peaks and Wildlife

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