Vacation Durango Blog

Three Time Mountain Bike Olympian/Fourteen time National Champion As a twenty-year resident of Durango, I can tell you we have some of the best riding you’ll find anywhere. If you a rider, and road or mountain bike, take advantage of some of our spectacular scenery and get a great workout. I’m going to let you in on two of my favorite rides, one road and one off road. Durango is...

The situation with our precious river has been occupying a lot of our thought and attention lately. Many people have been emailing, texting, and calling about the mine spill into our river. Here is some current information about Durango. Answers About the Animas River When did this incident happen? The Gold King Mine breach happened north of Silverton on August 5, 2015. Is the drinking water safe? Yes, the tap...

Tucked away in the colossal San Juan Mountains of Colorado is Purgatory, an unparalleled ski destination guaranteed to impress visitors of all ages and skill levels. Many factors combine to make this gorgeous area ideal for skiing, such as its remarkable weather and exciting surrounding areas.  Find out why Purgatory in Colorado guarantees the best skiing for the whole family! Best Ski Weather Purgatory is known to have 300 days of...

Due to its perpetually sunny weather, picturesque mountain scenery, and just the right amount snowfall, Colorado has time and time again proven to be an unparalleled ski vacation destination.  One area in particular, the territory surrounding the beautiful town of Durango, contains some of the best ski mountains in the country.  These ski areas provide a wide variety of different trails, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels and encompassing...

Isn’t it every skier’s dream to ski right out of your front door, without the need to drive anywhere for an afternoon of winter sports and activities?  If you’re planning a ski vacation to Colorado, you probably want to stay somewhere as close to the slopes as possible!  Durango Colorado Vacations has numerous amazing vacation rentals, all located within the most beautiful spots of this scenic state.  We also offer slopeside...