About Durango
Durango is a mountain town in southwestern Colorado, home to incredible Rocky Mountain singletrack. We offer multi-day tours based here featuring high-altitude riding.
Getting Here
By Air
Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
- Flights from Denver, Phoenix, Dallas
- Small airport with rental cars available
- Located 15 miles southeast of town
By Car
- From Denver: 6.5 hours via US-160
- From Albuquerque: 3.5 hours via US-550
- From Moab: 5 hours via US-191 and US-160
Accommodations
Durango offers everything from historic hotels to vacation rentals:
- Downtown: Walking distance to restaurants and shops
- North Main: Near trails and quieter
- Purgatory area: Near ski resort and alpine trails
Altitude Considerations
Durango sits at 6,500 feet, with trails climbing much higher. If coming from sea level:
- Arrive a day early to acclimate
- Stay hydrated
- Take it easy the first day
Local Highlights
- Historic downtown and Durango & Silverton Railroad
- Animas River for rafting and fishing
- World-class trails: Horse Gulch, Haflin Creek, Colorado Trail