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West Needle Mountains During the Winter by Drone
Nick Kogos Visit Durango
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Nick Kogos

Nick Kogos is the Marketing Manager for Visit Durango. When he's not marketing up a storm to promote Durango to the world, you can find him peak-bagging, mountain biking, climbing, backpacking, or writing.

The Right Way to Poop Outside

Let's talk $#!T! The outdoor areas around Durango, Colorado are getting stinky. Between pets and people, poop is ever present in our forests, trail systems, and wilderness areas. Nothing kills the vibes of being outside faster than stumbling upon waste or toilet paper. Surprisingly, there is a lot…

November Things to Do in Durango

Looking for something to do this November in Durango, Colorado? While November is in between the height of ski and snow-play season, there are still plenty of things to do around town. The colder temperatures of November clear the skies for star gazing, freeze the trails in the mountain areas for…

The Rise of Action Sports in Colorado

Sitting around the office one day, I took a quick tally in my head. Out of the eight people in the Destination Management and Marketing team: Two people rock climb Four people resort snowboard and/or ski One person is a retired freestyle snowboarder Three people cross-country mountain bike…

Simple Ways to Recreate with Care in Durango

When playing around Durango, Colorado, make sure you're following some simple things to "Recreate with Care." Durango has over 300 trails spread across the incredible trail and local recreation areas. As the trails get more usage during the warmer months of the year, we all have a responsibility to…

10 Hidden Gem Spots for Fall Colors in Durango

As part of Southwestern Colorado, Durango is an incredible place to experience the change of seasons. Fall in Durango is a magical place where the mountains and mesas landscape shift from bright green to golden yellow. With so many places to explore around the area, it's hard to determine where the…

Itinerary: Camper Van Trip In Durango

Planning a camper van trip is hard! You don't want to spend your time in the car driving from place to place. Instead, you want to enjoy Durango's local activities and sightseeing while also knowing the best places for camping, restaurants, groceries, and, of course, showers. This itinerary has…

50 Things to Do in Durango This Summer

Durango is the perfect place to visit this summer for your next vacation in and around Colorado. Located in southwestern Colorado, Durango has some of the best outdoor activities in the whole state. Planning your next trip to Colorado? Have you considered the hub for everything Colorado: Durango…

What Airlines Fly to Durango?

Flights In and Out of Durango Are Inexpensive and Easy to Book Durango, CO is one of the top destinations for travelers to Colorado and is easily accessible by air. Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) is the main airport providing service to southwest Colorado, and just minutes from Mesa Verde…

Trail Etiquette in Durango: What You Should Know

Hiking Rules for More Fun and Less Stress on Your Outdoor Adventures Durango’s many hiking trails are welcoming to visitors and locals, day-trippers and through-hikers alike, as well as mountain bikers, horseback riders, and ATV enthusiasts. Taking some time to get to know the trails could prevent…

Our Favorite Horseback Riding Trails in Durango

Explore the Best Horseback Trail Riding in Durango Horseback riding is one of the best ways to see Durango’s beautiful landscape, experience the beauty, and feel a connection with the land. From canyons to meadows to ridgelines, the view from horseback is spectacular. Horseback riding was also…