Low Water Changes the River for Everyone Winter wasn’t too kind to Southwest Colorado; the lack of snow, combined with high temperatures, meant the snowpack was at a historic low. This means the Animas River might look and feel very different this summer. Lower CFS means less water, which translates…
Your Durango Trip Starts the Second You Land From tarmac to terminal to a truly special trip. For years, when you touched down in Durango, you stepped off the plane, grabbed your bag, and got out the door. With windows all around offering mountain views, the recent updates at Durango-La Plata County…
Summer Is Back in Durango What is it the youth say, “We are so back”? Whatever the new slang is, it fits well for the upcoming summer in Durango. Days are getting longer, trails are drying up, and hiking shoes and mountain bikes are coming out. As patios along downtown Durango fill up and the Animas…
A Birder’s Oasis Do you insist on bringing your binoculars every time you go out? Is there a certain kind of “feather fever” that makes you glance at fence posts, telephone lines, and treetops? If you have responded “yes” to both these questions, then birding in Southwest Colorado will feel like…
I. Introduction — A Literary Side of Durango Durango’s known for its laid-back vibes, and nothing reflects that better than the bookstores all around town. While most visit for the mountains and outdoor adventure, there’s a quieter side of town worth exploring, shelf by shelf and page by page…
I. Introduction — Getting to Durango by Air Flying is easily the most convenient way of getting to Durango, Colorado, especially if you’re coming out of state or trying to avoid a long mountain drive. Nestled in the southwest corner of the state, surrounded by mountain ranges and desert mesas…
1. Introduction — Living with Fire in the West In the West, fire is a part of the natural rhythm of the landscape. Around Durango, forests have long depended on periodic burns to stay healthy, but today’s conditions have changed. Warmer temperatures, prolonged drought, and less snow mean that…
I. Introduction — Durango’s Vertical Playground Encompassed by the towering peaks of the San Juan Mountains and situated in the Animas River Valley, Durango is a playground for climbers of all levels. From sunlit sandstone sport routes near town to high-alpine granite adventures along the San Juan…
I. Introduction — Glide Through Winter in Durango When winter settles into Durango, the landscape transforms into a quiet playground of snow-dusted pines, open meadows, and crisp mountain air. While downhill skiing gets most of the attention, cross-country skiing at centers and on local trails…
I. Introduction — Step Into Durango’s Winter Wonderland When winter settles into Durango, the landscape transforms into a quiet, snow-covered playground, and snowshoeing is one of the best ways to explore it. This low-key winter activity is welcoming for beginners yet rewarding for seasoned hikers…
