The Ranch Travel Guide
Durango
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.
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 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.
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
2nd time at this hotel. Will come back
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Clean room, awesome staff
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Yes
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Historic Strater Hotel
Charming room, courteous staff in a friendly and beautiful mountain town.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
Even if you don't stay here (though I absolutely, 100% recommend that you do, this hotel is fantastic, from Jim's kind greeting at the front desk to the view out every window), you have got to pay a visit to the hotel restaurant and try one of Kim's cocktails/mocktails. Kim infuses and mixes her ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Springhill Suites by Marriott Durango
The room was wonderful! Large spacious bathroom and closet in the suite. The lady at the front desk was very courteous. Kids loved the pool and I loved the hot tub. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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.
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.
