Six Things Your Family Will Love About Spring Break at Purgatory Resort

6 Reasons Your Family Will Love Spring Break at Purgatory Resort

Hiking Colorado Trail in Durango During the Winter

5 Things To Do On Your Day Off From Skiing

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Fact Sheets

There is so much to do, see and experience in Durango – where do you begin? Here you’ll find a variety of fact sheets on Durango, from an overview of the area to details on Durango’s rich arts and culture scene, outdoor adventure, historic hotels, and local favorites. If you are unable to find exactly what you’re looking for, contact Rachel Welsh, the Public Relations Manager at rachelw@durango.org, or (970)-247-3500.

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Bike Durango Facts

Durango is home to some of the world’s best single track mountain biking,...

Dog in wildflowers at Engineer Mountain

Dog Friendly Durango Facts

This town is truly one for the dogs! Durango, Colorado and the surrounding area...

Durango Train

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Facts

Established in 1881 as the Denver & Rio Grande Railway, and based in...

Toh-Atin Gallery

Durango Arts and Culture Community

A hidden jewel in the arts and cultural world, over a dozen galleries carry...

Silverton Colorado

Durango Facts

Durango was founded in 1880 by the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad, when they...

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Purgatory Resort Facts

Welcome to the rugged San Juan Mountains of Southwestern Colorado. Purgatory...

Fort lewis Peace Garden

Fort Lewis College Facts

Fort Lewis College is Colorado’s crossroads of education and adventure,...

Mesa Verde

Fun Facts About Durango

Durango’s name comes from the Basque word “Urango” meaning...

Rochester Hotel Courtyard with Bike

Historic Walking Tour Facts

Before there was the City of Durango there was Animas City—it was located...

Iron Horse Cyclists

Iron Horse History

The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic was the brainchild of Tom Mayer and his older...

Mesa Verde

Mesa Verde National Park Facts

Mesa Verde National Park is the largest archaeological preserve in North America...

WildernessTrails Ranch

Movies Filmed in Durango

Since 1925, nearly 30 films have shot on location in and around Durango. The...

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San Juan Skyway Facts

While in Colorado, don’t miss the scenic San Juan Skyway, a 232-mile,...

Zipline

Soaring Tree Top Adventures Facts

Soaring® Tree Top Adventures, a canopy-tour zip line activity in Durango,...

Jeeping Durango

Suggested Itineraries

Vallecito Lake

Vallecito Lake

One of the largest and most beautiful bodies of water in Colorado. Vallecito,...