Situated in Southwest Colorado, Durango is one of the state’s best-kept secrets. Surrounded by diverse and dramatic landscapes, from the Animas River Valley’s sandstone bluffs to the San Juan Mountains’ jagged peaks, Durango offers unparalleled access to the great outdoors, authentic Western heritage and culture, and a historic, walkable downtown full of hip shops, unique eateries and a dynamic art scene. Discover why the locals say that once you’ve been to Durango, you’ll never truly leave it behind.
Local Accommodations
Homewood Suites by Hilton
15 Girard St
Durango, CO 81303
(970) 259-2996
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/drogshw-homewood-suites-durango-co/
The Wanderlust Hostel
15 Girard St
Durango, CO 81303
(970) 259-2996
https://www.thewanderlusthostel.com/
Getting There
Durango is home to the Durango-La Plata Airport, a full-service regional airport with more than a dozen daily flights to Denver International Airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, as well as seasonal flights to Los Angeles International Airport, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport and connecting flights to more than 300 cities in the United States.
Durango-La Plata County Airport
1000 Airport Rd, Durango, CO 81303
(970) 382-6050
https://www.flydurango.com/
Leaving your car in Durango
Most of our meeting spots are at hotels that allow guests to leave their vehicle there while on tour. If you do not plan on being a guest at the hotel you should contact them ahead of time to find out regulations and possible fees associated with leaving your vehicle.
Other sights in the area
Weather
Visit the Weather Channel website for a seasonal chart for Durango, CO.
A Word From Our Founders
Since 1992, we at Escape Adventures have been blessed to shape and lead adventure travel vacations through some of the most awe-inspiring natural destinations in the world. Each successive season, our passion for adventure grows through memorable moments with our guests. Fresh air, faith, fitness and friends are the building blocks for our ventures, the treasured experiences that keep us moving forward. For those of you who have trekked and traveled with us over the past quarter century, Heather and I express our sincerest gratitude. The memories are priceless.For those who have yet to tour with us, we appreciate the opportunity to introduce you to our family-run company and guiding principles of sustainability and adventure. Our portfolio specializes in Western North America and is rapidly growing internationally. Building on over 100 destinations, we cater to the full spectrum of active traveler, respective to fitness level and activity type. From road cyclist to mountain biker to electric biker, hiker, and multi-sport enthusiast, and from first-timer to friends and family groups of all ability levels, on behalf of our Escape Adventures family, we look forward to many new and exciting adventures with you.
With much gratitude, and happy trails,
Jared and Heather Fisher
Founders and Owner-Operators
Escape Adventures
Since 1992, we at Escape Adventures have been blessed to shape and lead adventure travel vacations through some of the most awe-inspiring natural destinations in the world. Each successive season, our passion for adventure grows through memorable moments with our guests. Fresh air, faith, fitness and friends are the building blocks for our ventures, the treasured experiences that keep us moving forward. For those of you who have trekked and traveled with us over the past quarter century, Heather and I express our sincerest gratitude. The memories are priceless.