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
The room was clean, it did have a weird smell but was clean. The front desk guy who worked the 3pm-11 pm shift was very pleasant, and professional. The breakfast was good. It was a great stay.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
Great place, great staff!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Breakfast menu was limited and fair at best. 95% of staff were amazing. Parking seemed expensive for the area. Hotel was extremely convenient to local shops and restaurants.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
Very good!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Durango
It was clean, great communication, we had a restful night and a lovely breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Springhill Suites by Marriott Durango
Excellent location , rooms were very nice and the EV charging was a bonus.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 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.
