Rachel's Guidebook
Sightseeing
This is an incredible journey from Durango to Silverton. I highly recommend booking ahead. Round trip is a very long day. I recommend taking the train shuttle one way and the train for a half day excursion.
134 locals recommend
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum
479 Main AveThis is an incredible journey from Durango to Silverton. I highly recommend booking ahead. Round trip is a very long day. I recommend taking the train shuttle one way and the train for a half day excursion.
Mesa Verde National Park is a full day adventure. Hiking, history and so much more!
276 locals recommend
Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde National Park is a full day adventure. Hiking, history and so much more!
San Juan National Forest
Endless miles of hiking and incredible wilderness!
This day trip is a sightseeing paradise! Plan on a long day adventure with lots of winding roads with jaw dropping views. Visit Silverton, Ouray, Telluride and other quaint stops along the way.
13 locals recommend
Million Dollar Highway, Ride Across America
U.S. 550This day trip is a sightseeing paradise! Plan on a long day adventure with lots of winding roads with jaw dropping views. Visit Silverton, Ouray, Telluride and other quaint stops along the way.
Miles of paved trail that runs along the Animas River. Rent bikes, eBikes or go for a stroll. A great way to spend some time along the river in town!
8 locals recommend
Animas River Trail
Animas River TrailMiles of paved trail that runs along the Animas River. Rent bikes, eBikes or go for a stroll. A great way to spend some time along the river in town!
The Springs~ Pagosa Springs: Favorite Hot Springs
Pagosa is about 60 miles from Durango and worth the visit! Pagosa Hot Springs are in the Guinness book for the deepest geothermal springs. It’s a great way to relax and check out Pagosa Springs too!
Hot Springs
Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs
6475 Co Rd 203Lake Fun!
Lake Nighthorse is a beautiful crystal clear lake in Durango. They have paddle board and kayak rentals, “beach” swimming etc!
Lake Nighthorse
Another beautiful way to spend the day on the water or hike in the San Juan National Forest. The marina offers rentals from paddle boards to pontoons.
9 locals recommend
Vallecito
Another beautiful way to spend the day on the water or hike in the San Juan National Forest. The marina offers rentals from paddle boards to pontoons.
Navajo State Park
1526 County Rd 982Winter and Summer Fun!
Purgatory is a local fave for skiing, mountain biking and hiking and so much more! Approximately 45 minutes from the Bungalow.
Purgatory Sports
93 Skier PlVallecito Nordic Ski Club
603 & Ellington LaneAwesome Cross Country skiing and snow shoeing right on Vallecito lake.
Casino Fun
The Sky Ute offers gambling, a bowling alley and arcade and dining. We Love the Seven Rivers fine dining restaurant!
Sky Ute Casino Resort
14324 Colorado 172Breweries 🍺
Ska is a local favorite hangout and community treasure. Great food, frequent music, award winning brews and super fun vibe!🍻
Ska Brewing Co
225 Girard StLocated Downtown, Steamworks has an ecclectic menu, great beer and is great for large parties. A true Durango staple.
76 locals recommend
Steamworks Brewing Company
801 E 2nd AveLocated Downtown, Steamworks has an ecclectic menu, great beer and is great for large parties. A true Durango staple.