Colorado has a rich and diverse history! From the beginning of civilization to the modern day, there is a history tour out there to walk you through the people and places that have led to current day. Check out the incredible place where life has ebbed and flowed throughout the soaring mountains and high […]

Looking for an adventurous but educational adventure this summer? Take a ride on a scenic train! Train rides are a great way to experience the enchanting scenery with the whole family. We have found the top 5 trips for a scenic train across the nation.     1) Cass Scenic Railroad Nestled in the mountains […]

To take a ride on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is to truly take a step back in time. Passengers have used the railroad since its completion in 1882. Since the railroad is primarily in the wilderness, passengers are treated to views nearly identical to those over a century ago. One thing that […]

One of the best ways to make your adventurous experience everlasting is with a photograph.  Share your adventure with friends and family and make your social media followers envy your experiences with the most breathtaking scenic photographs on one of many Colorado jeep tours.     Join us on one of our spectacular guided jeep […]

1. Hiking – Whether you have 1 hour or 4 days, Durango has the best hiking around! Hikers and backpackers come from around the world to hike in the Chicago Basin where you can hike the whole way or ride the spectacular Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Train as your shuttle in and out of Colorado’s […]

Durango has a long and rich history, and a lot of stories to tell! Check out some of these fun facts about Durango below. The name Durango comes from the Basque word “Urango”, which means “water town”. This name is fitting for Durango, as the Animas River runs through town. The Denver & Rio Grande […]

The beauty of the mountains, streams and wildlife are so breathtaking sometimes I just have to sit in silence and be thankful. I enjoy giving tours in the mountains of the San Juans. They offer so much, as do our customers. Meeting people from all over the world has its special moments that make my […]

Here at Mild to Wild we know what it means to be a family. We were founded on family values seventeen years ago and once you join the team, you’re immediately accepted into the Mild to Wild crew. We also know that it can be difficult to get a family together and moving, and for […]

Check out this recent review from TripAdvisor! We were in Durango for a week long family reunion and some of us decided to go white water rafting. We found Mild to Wild online and made reservations back in February. We had no idea what to expect and there were 8 of us ranging from ages […]

Here’s a recent review from TripAdvisor about our Trails & Rails Package! My family comes down to Durango, Colorado every year to go on a white water rafting trip but this was our first time on the Durango/Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. It was the perfect day combining our ride on the train with a Colorado […]