Southwest Winter Activities
Snowmobile Adventures
The scenery on the 60+ miles of snowmobile trails around Durango Mountain Resort is spectacular. You'll view rugged peaks, peaceful valleys, miles of snow-covered aspen and pine, or glimpse coyote, marmots, or eagles out hunting. Come experience the beauty of winter in the backcountry.
Durango Community Recreation Center
The Durango Community Recreation Center is a 71,557 square foot facility complete with gymnasium, climbing wall, indoor track, fitness equipment and fitness classes, racquetball courts, and aquatics area (including waterslide, leisure pool, and lap lanes.) Day passes are available for $4.50/adult, $3.50/children 4-17 yrs and $3.50/senior 55 and over. Open M-F, 6am - 10pm, Sat., 8am - 10pm, Sun., 10am - 6pm. 2700 Main Avenue.
Duranglers - Fly Fishing Tours
Duranglers specializes in year round guided fly fishing trips to the fabulous Durango area trout waters. We teach fly fishing skills to beginners of all ages and provide fine points and useful tips to the expert angler.
Please call Gateway Reservations at 800-409-7295 for more information.
Healthy Hounds & Fat Cats
Not your typical kennel. Dogs get plenty of play time and socialization, and tons of lovin'. Large kennels are provided for anyone who needs some "quiet time". Healthy treats are provided. Please bring food if needed, and a bed or something that smells familiar if you think your dog might be nervous. Please bring current vaccination records also.
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San Juan Ski Company - Snowcat Skiing
San Juan Ski Company provides Snowcat Skiing and Snowboarding in the rugged and remote San Juan National Forest of Southwestern Colorado. Intermediate, advanced and expert skiers and snowboarders can now explore this fabulous backcountry terrain with the San Juan Ski Company. Elevations in our permit area range from 8,800 at Durango Mountain Resort's base to 12,500 feet at the summit of Greyrock Peak. And, unlike heli-skiing, the snowcat always goes regardless of the weather.
Rapp Corral - Sleigh Rides
Enjoy a one-hour sleigh ride aboard beautiful handmade sleds pulled by
majestic draft horses in bells and finery. These rides run daily by reservation
and are a great family holiday experience for groups, couples, or individuals.
Enjoy the beautiful snowscapes along the shores of Haviland Lake under
the Hermosa Cliffs, 17 miles north of Durango on Highway 550.
Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde National Park is the first and only National Park established to preserve the works of people. The culture represented at Mesa Verde reflects more than 700 years of history. Full and half day tours are available in the summer months. Park is accessible in winter for ranger tours. Additional cost to enter the park is $10 per vehicle.
Trimble Hot Springs
Spend an evening relaxing under the stars in our two mineral-rich therapy hot pools, or swim in our heated 50-meter Olympic pool. Stay overnight in our Starlight Room for couples with overnight private access to the Red Rock Spa Pool. You can also enjoy up to 28 soothing massage and body treatments from 15 of Durango’s finest certified therapists.
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Winter Cascade Train
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Relive history with the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a truly spectacular journey on board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Experience the adventure of traveling by a coal-fired, steam-powered locomotive on the same tracks miners, cowboys and settlers of the old west took over a century ago. The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s winter train winds through spectacular & breathtaking snow-covered canyons in the remote wilderness of the two million acre San Juan National Forest for an unforgettable scenic adventure. The train heads north to a remote wilderness lunch stop. At the Cascade stop, passengers depart the train to take pleasure in the snow, relax in the pavilion by the fire with a cup of cocoa, or enjoy your picnic by the Animas River. Departs daily at 10am.
Spaaah Shop
The Spaaah Shop & Day Spa is conveniently located on Main Avenue in the heart of downtown Durango offering wonderful bath and body products and featuring 'i.d. Bare Minerals' cosmetics from Bare Escentuals. You'll enjoy their beautiful, tranquil day spa with a simple menu of treatments and simple pricing. Highly-skilled therapists offer massage, facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing, and detox treatments.
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Hassle Free Sports
Explore Durango and the Four Corners area on a quality bike from Hassle Free Sports. We have a good selection of road bikes, full suspension mountain bikes, cruiser and comfort bikes as well as kids bikes. Whether you are cruising the bike path or riding epic single track, we have expertly tuned bikes to make your ride Hassle Free.
Signature Salon and Health Spa
Signature Salon and Health Spa offers an array of relaxing treatments including customized massages, aromatherapy, hot-stone and couples massage offered in our private and luxurious cottage by the river. For a unique and extraordinary experience, retreat with a friend or loved one in a private hot tub, followed by side-by-side 60 minute massages. Our salt glows, body polishes, brown sugarscrubs, mineral mud treatments and detoxifying aromatherapy wraps, all done in the Vichy shower room will leave your skin radiant, silky and glowing. Signature Salon and Health Spa also offers facials, manicures and pedicures along with their elite hair salon to help you look and feel like new.
Outlaw Snowmobile Tours
With sixty plus miles of trails, snowmobile tours have plenty to offer those who want to have an adventure in the snow. While driving your snowmobile, take time to enjoy the rugged surrounding mountains, serene valleys, miles of snow-covered aspen trees, and maybe even see a few animals along the way! One-, two-, three-, and four-hour rides available with an experienced guide.
