Things to do in Durango

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Durango - Purgatory which includes street scenes, night scenes and a city
Durango - Purgatory featuring forest scenes, mountains and a river or creek
Durango - Purgatory which includes heritage architecture and night scenes
Durango - Purgatory which includes fall colors, mountains and tranquil scenes
Durango - Purgatory showing tranquil scenes, autumn leaves and forest scenes

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Areas of Durango

Durango - Purgatory which includes night scenes, street scenes and a city

Historic Downtown Durango

The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Durango. A stop by Henry Strater Theater or Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Durango
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Columbine Lake

While Columbine Lake might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Purgatory Resort and Lake of the Pines.

Columbine Lake
The Animas River is perfect for a hot summer day! You can bring a tube and just float down or pick different parts of the river to take your raft into white waters!

Animas River District

While visiting Animas River District, you might make a stop by sights like Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas River Trail.

Animas River District
Serious Texas Bar-B-Que is the name of this place, and they mean it.  Delicious sandwiches, ribs, or simply juicy meat by the pound at good prices, as well as access to hot or mild sauces for drowning it all.  Family-friendly but they also carry a small selection of bottled beers.

North Main District

While visiting North Main District, you might make a stop by sights like Animas River and Durango Community Recreation Center.

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Durango West

When in Durango West, you can plan a visit to San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Historic Tram Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Dalton Ranch

If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Dalton Ranch