Durango Holidays
Durango in south-west Colorado, was founded in 1880 as a rail junction for the gold-rush community of Silverton, 45 miles further north.
Today the Durango and Silverton Railroad still runs along this spectacular route. If you aren't interested in trains, enjoy the arty south-west feel to the place. Stroll along its long, wide historic main street lined with galleries and neat stores. Be sure to pop your head into the ornate, Victorian Strater Hotel, little here has changed.
The fast flowing Animas river runs through Durango bringing the excitement of white water rafting to every doorstep, experience an exhilarating rafting trip or just a quiet stroll along the river path. Fancy a taste of the West? Take a stagecoach ride, visit the rodeo or enjoy a beer in one of the western bars.
Things to see and do
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Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park
Most rivers of the Southwest cut through relatively soft sedimentary rock, forming canyons that tend to be quite wide, colourful and stepped - descending in a series of cliffs and ledges through layers of differing hardness.
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Durango to Silverton Railway
The historic Durango to Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is simply a must-do on any visit to Colorado. The line was constructed to haul silver and gold between the two towns in the 1880’s, but the passengers soon realised it was the view that was precious.
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Just over a 90 minute drive north of Denver lies Rocky Mountain National Park. Measuring approximately 25 x 15 miles and straddling
