Telluride
Day Trip to Telluride Just a scenic 2.5-hour drive from Durango, Telluride is a must-visit mountain town tucked deep in a box canyon of the…
Mesa Verde
About 45 minutes from Durango, Mesa Verde National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most remarkable archaeological treasures in North…
Silverton
Just an hour north of Durango along the famous Million Dollar Highway, Silverton is a historic mining town nestled high in the San Juan Mountains….
Ouray
Nicknamed the “Switzerland of America,” Ouray is a charming mountain town about 1.5 hours north of Durango, surrounded by dramatic peaks and waterfalls. Known for…
Pagosa Springs
Just over an hour east of Durango, Pagosa Springs is a relaxing mountain town best known for its steaming natural hot springs. Nestled along the…
Cortez and Canyons of Ancients
About an hour west of Durango, Cortez is a hub for culture and history, serving as the gateway to the vast Canyons of the Ancients…
Chimney Rock National Monument
About 1.5 hours east of Durango, Chimney Rock National Monument combines dramatic geology with fascinating archaeology. Towering sandstone spires overlook ancient Puebloan settlements, offering both…
Four Corners Monument
Located 1.5–2 hours from Durango, the Four Corners Monument is a unique landmark where four states — Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico — meet…
Farmington, New Mexico
About 1.5 hours south of Durango, Farmington blends desert beauty with cultural history. While less touristy than Colorado’s mountain towns, it offers striking landscapes and…