Life and Entertainment
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.