Turtle Lake Travel Guide
Durango
Visit Turtle Lake
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Turtle Lake
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
"Close to everything, clean"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Boundary Hotel By Terra Vi Durango
"Loved the fresh new concept! Loved everything about this property, wish there were more locations!"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
"Great all around"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
"Had a wonderful stay! Staff was all excellent. We are always greeted with a kind and friendly demeanor and a can-do attitude. Room was perfectly appointed, well maintained, and clean. Never had to ask for anything! We will be returning as you cannot experience Durango fully in 3 days and the Strater ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
"Beautiful location. Family friendly."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
"We loved staying at his hotel, it's in a lovely location at the side of the Animas River, people are beautiful, the food at the restaurant was very good same as my Martinis, the ladies at the front desk are friendly and welcoming, the parking lot in front of you, the only thing is that they missed ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Turtle Lake
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.
Columbine Lake
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Columbine Lake and surrounding area, you can visit Purgatory Resort and Lake of the Pines.
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.
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 Ski Hesperus.
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.
