Animas River District Travel Guide
Durango
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Popular places to visit
Animas River Trail
You can take time to visit Animas River Trail during your travels to Durango. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Purgatory Resort
Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
The Powerhouse
You can browse the exhibits at The Powerhouse, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
Fort Lewis College
Explore the campus of Fort Lewis College during your visit to Durango. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Cliffs at Tamarron
Play a round of golf at Cliffs at Tamarron and enjoy other activities in Durango such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Mesa Verde & Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River
Durango 1/4 Day Kayaking Trip - Lower Animas River
Top hotels in Animas River District
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Very nice staff. Loved the warm cookies. We had a room on the river on the ground floor. The room was large and we loved sitting on the patio.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Very clean and quiet. Our room had a view of the river. We could walk to town for restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
The bathroom frame mirror needs to be cleaned as well
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Good place to stay in Durango - downtown, pretty much!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
We booked our room a long time ago. By the time we made the trip, my wife was in a wheelchair. The hotel is not very suitable for handicapped people.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
Comfortable room, great customer service...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Animas River District
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 Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or Animas River Trail might round out your trip.
North Main District
If you're spending some time in North Main District, Animas River and Durango Community Recreation Center are top sights worth seeing.
Sky Ridge
While Sky Ridge may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas River.
Turtle Lake
Though Turtle Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Animas River and San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office.
Durango West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Durango West and surrounding area, you can visit San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Historic Tram Park.
Edgemont Ranch
Though Edgemont Ranch may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas Mountain Trailhead.
