Both the Upper and Lower sections of the Animas River flow right through the heart of the San Juan Mountains along and provide some of the most raging and fun-filled rafting in Colorado. The Animas River is the backbone of Southwest Colorado, specifically Durango. The locals take extra caution to care for the Animas River […]

Planning a Durango CO Vacation can be tough because there are so many great adventures. What time of year should you visit Durango? In the travel industry, “shoulder season” refers to the time between the high and low seasons. For Durango the shoulder season occurs two different times each year. Fall and spring are the […]

Dolores River Rafting is back! For the first time in over a decade the Dolores River will receive consistent flow releases from McPhee reservoir. That means consistent rafting on this extremely special and unique river. A true classic western river, the Dolores is on par with the greats: the Grand Canyon, the Salmon River and […]

The Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad completes any trip to southwest Colorado. Soaring 200 feet above the river valley along the canyon wall, it’s an amazing view. The Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is an experience like none other. The train weaves in and out of the jagged San Juan Mountains. It is a very […]

The Most Extreme Whitewater Rafting in the US Looking for a whitewater rafting adventure that you’ll be thinking about long after you’ve peeled off the wetsuit? Perhaps ones that come with drops that suspend you in an adrenaline-induced euphoria? Holes the size of your car? Waves so imposing that they crash in slow motion? Enough […]

We all love Durango for its beauty and charm! But where are the true hidden gems and places that you need to discover while here? Check out our list of the top 5 hidden gems of Durango that we want to share with you!   The Bookcase & Barber     The Bookcase & Barber Shop is a hidden […]

Durango is an incredible town located in beautiful southwest Colorado with endless opportunities for off-road adventure. There are many different ways to explore the area but without a doubt, the best way to truly experience it is to leave the pavement behind and experience true Colorado. Below are our top reasons to get off-road in […]

Durango Pizza: The Best Voted by the Locals There’s just something about a hand-tossed pie after shaking off the droplets from a day on the river or dust from trail-happy hiking boots. The wise one to utter that perfect word, “pizza”  immediately is crowned the hero of the day. For the cherry on top of […]

When you think of Purgatory (previously Durango Mountain Resort) you probably think of all the winter sports; skiing, snowboarding, sledding, ski bikes, and dog sled rides. However those winter slopes aren’t all they have to offer, they also have tons of great family-fun activities in the summer for you Durango vacation. With up to 20 […]

  Since we don’t have many clients wanting to take on our rivers in the winter, we fill our time with other activities!   1. The Hockey Shop at Mild to Wild Yes, we transform into a hockey shop and we become experts in hockey gear and skate sharpening. Next time you are in our […]