Besides the gorgeous fall colors our Aspen trees flaunt, Durango is full of reasons to visit us this fall. You can print this off and use it as your adventure itinerary for the final days before the snow flies. 1. Take a unique train ride this fall with the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge…
Shoulder season — that prime travel period between peak and non-peak season — is a perfect time to snag cheap flights, cozy lodging, and alone time in your favorite mountain town. For a quiet November retreat equipped with cool weather, zero crowds, and plenty of outdoor activities, Durango is a…
Once a year, the Animas Valley fills with the vibrant colors of nearly a dozen hot air balloons. At a time when fall colors are at their peak, the Animas Valley Balloon Rally brings new reason to celebrate the season. Now in its 4th year, this three-day fall event is both a local and visitor…
As the rest of the country bakes in the blistering hot July sun, visitors to Durango are enjoying a mid-80’s summerfest at 6,500’ above sea level. With sun-shining, river-bubbling, breezy days in town, Durango is looking like a postcard perfect destination for summer vacation. With great weather…
They call it the dead of winter for a reason. A lifeless time spent feeding the fireplace and shivering under layers of wool, it’s no secret that seasonal depression can affect us all. Even in our favorite mountain vacation towns, the depths of winter can be biting, icy, and miserable. As the magic…
Fall is the season of change in Colorado. With each passing day, our world transforms a little more, bringing an exciting amount of uncertainty to what winter may hold. This year, take time to celebrate some of our classic Durango events and to appreciate the subtleties of a world ever changing…
Summer in Durango is pure magic, and not just for our festival list. Long, sun-filled days give way to star-filled nights, chased by sunrises so colorful you’ll remember it for the rest of your life. Summer is the season that turns longtime visitors into forever residents. Nobody can resist the…
Let’s be honest: A piece of all of us died when the Blockbuster era ended. The experience of movie-going has been replaced by Netflix binges and nights huddled over a computer screen. And while I’m not complaining, I realize we’ve lost the sense of community and camaraderie that comes with a proper…
