14 Of The Best Hiking Trails in Durango
Hikers will face some unforgettable adventures by heading for many of the trails near Durango. The town itself offers you a kaleidoscope of color, particularly during the fall. Located in…
Seeking Colorado’s Powder: Snowcat to the Rescue
Ping! My eyes spring open at 6:30 a.m. like cash registers on a sale. This is just wrong, I think, downright wrong to wake up 10 minutes before I instructed…
Colorado Trail: From Denver to Durango
Colorado, known for its outdoor lifestyle, has an extensive trail system, not the least of which includes the Colorado Trail, which ranks as one of the state’s top treks. This…
Decompress With A Stay In Durango
Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway for two or a fun-filled Colorado vacation for the family, Durango proves to be the perfect staging ground for both. With picturesque…
Chicago Basin: A Photographers Dream
If the Mobil Travel Guides rated wilderness, Chicago Basin would certainly garner five stars. It is nestled high in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado, one of the most…
In Hot Water: Mother Nature’s Hot Springs
No matter the season, slipping into natural hot springs is a relaxing, rejuvenating way to while away the hours. Heated by the planet’s interior, water bubbles up through cracks and…
Roaming Durango with Kids: From Rails to Rafting
If Durango is your family’s summer vacation destination, start planning your itinerary now to experience the best kid-friendly activities available in this historic mountain town. Durango has such an abundance…
Durango, Colorado: Out of the Way and Proud of It
It’s just before 8 on a summer morning and downtown Durango, Colorado, is barely stirring. A few tourists wander the sleepy streets with steaming cups of coffee, all heading toward…
Logwood Bed and Breakfast: The Log Cabin Experience
For those looking for a true mountain getaway, there is the Logwood Bed and Breakfast in Durango. This beautiful red cedar bed and breakfast rests in the North Animas Valley. …
Lightner Creek Inn: On the Line Between Civilization and Wilderness
Located to the west of downtown Durango and just south of the Perins Peak State Wildlife Area, the Lightner Creek Inn finds itself perfectly situated to take advantage of both…
Durango’s Nightlife Scene: From Budget Drinks to Upscale Wine Bars
Durango consistently makes it into America’s “Best Small Towns” lists, but I never believed that a rural town with fewer than 16,000 residents could have so much to offer, especially…
Take an Epicurean Journey with Durango Restaurants
Hungry for a foodie vacation? Durango restaurants can take you on an affordable culinary journey that spans the globe. With almost as many places to eat per capita as San…
Alpine Loop Scenic Byway: Colorado at its Loftiest
Beyond the sleepy hamlet of Lake City, pavement ends and the forest road I follow turns to dirt. Mountains define our state and provide its identity. Within Colorado’s rectangular borders,…
On Track: Hop a Ride Into the Past
Few sounds evoke Colorado’s history more than the mournful call of a train whistle echoing through a canyon. You still can hear that sound in many of the state’s mountain…
On Track to Silverton: Snaking Through Colorado’s San Juan Mountains
Slowing to a motion-numbing 8 miles per hour, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad train creeps along a narrow ledge. Cliffs tower on one side, plummet down the other.…
Durango: Places to Play in the Snow
If you’re planning a Colorado ski or snowboard trip, Vail and Aspen aren’t the only options to find fresh powder, exciting trails and the canopy of the Rocky Mountain blue…