Southwest Colorado Central Reservations

The Denver Post Ride The Rockies is an annual bicycle tour that takes 2,000 cyclists on a 6-7 day ride on paved roads through Colorado's Rocky Mountains each June.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

UPCOMING EVENTS

37th Annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic
May 24th, 2008
Durango Motor Expo 2008
May 24th, 2008
Freedom Fun Run/Walk
July 4th, 2008
Picnic & BBQ Cook-Off
July 4th, 2008

FIND A PLACE TO STAY

Southwest Colorado offers a wide variety of lodging choices. Whether you prefer a rustic cabin, slopeside condo, furnished vacation home, guest ranch, resort, hotel or an economical motel - Gateway Reservations has lodging options to suit every need, budget, and length of stay.

HISTORIC TRAIN

Ride the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad through the breathtakingly scenic San Juan National Forest. Book your tickets online.

MESA VERDE

Mesa Verde National Park is the nation's richest archaeological preserve with over 4000 sites. More

ACTIVITIES

River Rafting
Jeep/Hummer Tours
Horse Rides
Unique Activities

PACKAGES

Train & Lodging
Soaring Treetop Adv
Train & Jeep Package
Raft & Rail Package

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Gateway Reservations
2615 Main Ave. Suite A • Durango, Colorado 81301
800-409-7295 • 970-385-4711 • Fax: 970-247-5715
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Durango, Colorado
Durango, located in Southwest Colorado, offers a variety of vacation experiences and activities in a scenic, natural environment. Visitors will enjoy exploring the western, archaeological, historic and Native American cultures. Durango, which began as a railroad town in the 1880s to serve the gold and silver mines of the Southwest Colorado Rockies, retains much of its "Old West" charm today.

Over a million visitors are drawn to Durango for the majestic San Juan Mountains and the red-rock canyonlands of the Four Corners. Nestled at the southwestern foot of the Rocky Mountains, Durango is surrounded by the San Juan National Forest, with over two million acres of pine forests, aspen groves, lakes, streams and spectacular views, offering a spectacular natural playground.

With over 300 days of sunshine per year, Durango has a dry, comfortable climate. Its mild seasons make it the perfect year-round vacation destination. You can enjoy outdoor activities no matter what season you visit.

Durango’s famous attractions include the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and nearby Mesa Verde National Park. Durango is chock-full with lots of things to do. Activities include rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, camping, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, backcountry and mining tours, golfing, rock climbing, live concerts, gaming, art gallery walks, downtown shopping, fine dining, and more.

Durango is also home to Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort, a perfect winter vacation destination. Groups and families will enjoy world-class ski and snowboard terrain in a spectacular location with incredible scenery. Winter activities include a ride on Durango’s winter train, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours, snowshoeing, snowcat trips, a soak in the hot springs, spa treatments, and more.

Durango’s resources will never disappoint you!