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Joyful family rafting on the Lower Animas River - Kids in front - Mild to Wild

Family Fun on the River: Why Rafting is the Perfect Durango Activity

Introduction to Durango, Colorado Welcome to Durango, Colorado—a true adventure-seeker’s paradise! Nestled in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Durango offers a plethora of outdoor activities that cater to thrill-seekers, nature lovers, and families alike. From hiking and mountain biking to skiing and fishing, Durango has it all. But

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wide shot of the Piedra river, pine trees and greenery - Mountain background - Mild to Wild

4 Riveting Facts You Didn’t Know about Pagosa Springs

Looking for a little more fun know-how with a side of cold hard facts about Pagosa Springs? Beyond the well-known yet undeniably-fascinating tidbit that it’s home to the world’s deepest geothermal pool, aka the Pagosa hot spring. And if you didn’t already know that, there’s your bonus fact! You are

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Durango Silverton Train passing above the Animas River in Colorado

3 Reasons to Ride the Durango Train One Way

If you’re on the fence about whether to ride the Durango Silverton train one-way, or do the whole kit and caboodle through the astounding wilderness of the Animas River Canyon, you’ve chugged yourself over to the right place! It’s no secret that the Durango train is one of most scenic

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Flower meadow in La Plata Canyon, Colorado

Durango for Memorial Day Weekend – Your 2024 Guide

Headed to Durango for Memorial Day Weekend? You’re not alone! With plenty of great events rolling around town, and good times to be had in the mountains, on the water, and the trails in between— it’s just too easy to have too much fun in Durango in the peak of

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Durango to Telluride in a Day – For San Miguel Rafters

Durango to Telluride in a Day – For San Miguel Rafters  For Durango visitors who want to check out Telluride for the day (and partake in the righteous rafting supplied by the San Miguel River nearby) here’s a few how-to’s for enjoying the journey.  How far is Telluride from Durango? 

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Rafting the San Miguel River through Sawpit Rapid

Rafting Season Forecast for 2024

You better air out those Chacos and shake the dry bags out of that crusty hibernation hole, because it’s time for the Rafting Season Forecast of 2024!  In snowy sum, this year’s swell through the Colorado Plateau looks like it’s going to ripple and flow right down the middle— not

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