The Ranch Travel Guide
Durango
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Durango Hot Springs Spa
You can take time to visit Durango Hot Springs Spa during your travels to Trimble.
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in The Ranch
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
"Nice room. Indoor pool. Elevator. Good breakfast with scrambled eggs, hash, sausage, biscuits and gravy. Fruit waffles etc. short drive to downtown."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
"The hotel is old and outdated. The coffee in the lobby was like water. The lobby bathroom had no hot water."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
"Beautiful historic property right in the middle of Durango. The amenities are quaint, not as modern as most, but it adds to the charm."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
"Second day of our stay, the room was not cleaned and we did not receive fresh towels. Front desk was not available by phone. Had to go downstairs to ask for towels. Also, the breakfast sign was on display, however it was closed. We received a text in the evening stating the restaurant was closed ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
"Our room was large and clean."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Adventure Inn Durango
"My wife and I recently stayed at Adventure Inn for two nights and had a wonderful experience. While the hotel itself is smaller and clearly an older building, it has been very thoughtfully updated and extremely well maintained. Everything felt fresh, modern, and exceptionally clean. The lobby was ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Ranch
Dalton Ranch
If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Durango Hills
Durango Hills might not have many top sights, but Animas Mountain Trailhead and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Los Ranchitos Estates
You might consider checking out Lemon Reservoir while you're exploring Los Ranchitos Estates and the larger Durango area.
Aspen Trails
While there might not be top attractions in Aspen Trails, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lemon Reservoir and Horse Thief Park.
