Discover Durango

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Durango is drenched in 300 days of sunshine a year! Which means you get to play outside, no matter the season! Seriously, why would you even consider living anywhere else???

Outdoor adventures for every season and skill level compete for your attention. From premiere mountain climbing and hiking trails to skiing to fishing and more, you’ll be inspired to challenge yourself every day. Durango boasts over 100 miles of natural surface trails to bike, hike, run, and explore with your two- and four-legged friends. Check out the forests and mountains that surround downtown. Fish, golf, swim, or paddleboard at stunning Lake Nighthorse. Hit the slopes at Purgatory and Chapman Hill ski area for a thrilling day of skiing, snowboarding, or tubing. Lace up your skates and carve out some time for fun at the Durango Ice Rink.

After a day of play in the great outdoors or simply celebrating the end of the workweek, meet up with friends for dinner and drinks at one of the many tantalizing “eat local” cafes and restaurants. Sip on a unique locally crafted beverage. There’s always something to do in Durango—shop at over 500 stores in the local area, peruse galleries, enjoy live entertainment, events, and annual festivals. Ride the rails on The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad for unparalleled scenery of mountain vistas. And when it’s time to fly the coop, you’re just minutes away from The Durango-La Plata County Airport.