Durango West Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.
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.
Mercy Regional Medical Center
If Mercy Regional Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Durango.
Durango Area Tourism Office
After visiting Durango Area Tourism Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Durango. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.
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
Top hotels in Durango West

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
Great place, great staff!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Very clean room
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Historic Strater Hotel
Amazing historic hotel! Loved everything about it.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Yes
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Adventure Inn Durango
Room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Durango West

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.

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 Arts Center or Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad might round out your trip.

North Main District
If you're spending some time in North Main District, Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River are top sights worth seeing.

Turtle Lake
Though Turtle Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River.

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 Durango Community Recreation Center.

Edgemont Ranch
Though Edgemont Ranch may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Durango Community Recreation Center and Hillcrest Golf Club.
