Summer Activities

Summers in Durango are amazing. The worst part about them is trying to decide between all the different fun things to do!

If you're an outdoorsy person, you won't be disappointed. You can choose between rafting or kayaking on the Animas River (which flows right through town). Or perhaps you'd like to take a jeep tour high in the San Juan Mountains among expansive fields of wildflowers and breathtaking scenery. The Durango area has great fishing and hunting for those so inclined, and excellent rock climbing as well. Hiking and mountain biking opportunities are literally unlimited, and summertime camping is great, too.

A classic (perhaps THE classic) summertime activity is a ride on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. See the beauty of the majestic San Juan Mountains from the comfort of a restored steam train coach from Durango to Silverton.

Other popular summer activities include playing golf, having a laughter-filled evening at the melodrama or dancing to some live music, taking an aerial tour via glider or helicopter, shopping at our wonderful downtown stores and galleries, or soaking in the hot springs after a long day of playing.