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Mountain Biking in Durango
And Southwest Colorado
Durango has some of the best mountain biking around southwest Colorado! With nearly 300 miles of trails- including the start of the famous Colorado Trail, you're in for incredible turns and views!
Durango's mountain biking terrain can range from high-desert rides with rock and silt to scree fields and pedaling above tree-line. Durango mountain biking trails range in difficulty from beginner to advanced/expert level, so no matter what your skill is, you'll find it here!
Biking trails can be accessed from all corners of Durango and the surrounding area. In general, mountain biking in Durango is separated into four areas: In-Town, Mid-Country, High-Country, and the Surrounding Area.
Located just minutes from downtown Durango, the In-Town trails are the most accessible for mountain biking without a long commute to the trailhead.
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Mid-Country lies north of Durango towards Hermosa and features more technical trails with views of the areas red cliffs and mesas.
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Located north of Purgatory Resort and south of Silverton, the High-Country is a mountain biker's paradise. Pedal for miles with views of the San Juan Mountains.
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For the truly adventurous, mountain bike in the surrounding areas of Durango including Bayfield, Cortez, Dolores, Telluride, and Pagosa Springs.
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