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The Train Enthusiast Package
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Durango's Trails and Rails Package
Durango's Romantic Getaway Package
The Durango Discovery Package at the Durango Discovery Museum
Durango's Zip-Line Adventure Package
Book a Train and ATV Combo Adventure Package
Culture, history and adventure with the Cultural World Heritage Package
The Glenwood Springs Amtrak Package
Durango & Silverton Train and Mesa Verde Package
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Southern Rocky Mountain Family Friendly Activities and Things To Do

Southwest Colorado is home to a wide variety of fun family friendly activities including rafting, hot springs, cultural tours and more. If you are looking for kid friendly and family friendly things to do, we have great family adventures for every every family get together. With an endless variety of historical, adventurous and fun activities to choose from such as a ride on the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or a visit to Mesa Verde National Park, you will find the perfect way to connect with your family and get some good, old-fashioned outdoor exercise! Don't forget your camera, because no matter where you are, the scenery will be awe-inspiring!

 

Durango Mountain Resort - Summer Adventures and Lift Tickets

Durango, CO
For more than 40 years, Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort has provided the perfect place in the Rockies, with everything you need for an incredible winter vacation. However, Durango Mountain Resort is not only for the winter anymore.

Fox Fire Farms

Ignacio, CO
Welcome to the Fox Fire Farms Wine Tasting Room!


The Southwest's premier certified organic farm and vineyards.

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad

Chama, NM
Ride the Longest Highest, most Historic Narrow Gauge Railroad in North America. 64 miles of spectacular scenery through the beautiful San Juan Mountains of Northern NM and Southern Co. Enjoy riding the rails, as they did in the 1880's with modern day comforts.

Crow Canyon Archaeological Center

Cortez, CO
The Crow Canyon Archaeological Center, located in southwestern Colorado, is dedicated to understanding, teaching, and preserving the rich history of the ancestral Pueblo Indians (also called the Anasazi) who inhabited the canyons and mesas of the Mesa Verde region more than 700 years ago.

Rio Grande Scenic Railroad

Alamosa, CO
More than 100 years after completion of the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad line into Alamosa, the same standard gauge rails are still in use, carrying both freight and passengers over La Veta Pass on the San Luis & Rio Grande Railroad and the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad.

Ice Pirates Snowmobiling

Durango, CO
Ice Pirates Snowmobiling is Southwestern Colorado's premier snowmobile touring outfitter, operating daily. We are located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, high above Durango and Silverton, Colorado. The outpost is situated at the top of Molas Pass on San Juan National Forest land, 16 miles north of Durango Mountain Ski Resort.

Durango Discovery Museum

Durango, CO
Come enjoy Durango's brand new hands-on, interactive science center which is guaranteed to be fun for all ages! A great new place for family adventure, school field trips, early childhood learning, special events and getting your geek on.

Dalton Ranch Golf Club

Durango, CO
Dalton Ranch Golf Club, set in the magnificent Animas Valley, just six miles north of Durango, Colorado, winds its way along the Animas River below the towering red cliffs of the San Juan Mountains.

Mountain Waters Rafting

Durango, CO
Mountain Waters Rafting makes it easy and FUN to experience whitewater rafting in Durango! Over 30 years of rafting experience gives us an edge over any other outfitter and our satisfied customers attest to our experience and professionalism.

Hermosa Tours

Durango, CO
Hermosa Tours operates guided mountain bike tours in and around Durango, CO for all skill levels - from first timers to the most advanced.

Duranglers

Durango, CO
Duranglers specializes in year round fly fishing guided trips to the fabulous Durango area trout waters. We teach fly fishing skills to beginners of all ages and provide fine points and useful tips to the expert angler. Some of the many waters we guide are the San Juan, Animas, Pine, Dolores, Rio Grande, and Piedra.

Over the Hill Outfitters

Durango, CO
Over the Hill Outfitters offers everything horseback from two hour rides on their 1200 acre private quarter horse ranch to dinner rides to 5 day horseback expeditions in the heart of the Weminuche Wilderness of the San Juan National Forest. All rides have a weight limit of 220 pounds and are for ages 7 and older.

Buck's Livery Riding

Durango, CO
Buck's Livery has approx. 30 gentle mountain horses. All rides are in the San Juan Mountains. Guests have expressed that this is the most beautiful trail ride they have ever been on. Weight linit is 220 pounds. Children 3 years or younger may be doubled with small adults only.

Hillcrest Golf Course

Durango, CO
Set atop a scenic mesa which overlooks Durango... Hillcrest Golf Course offers a fun and scenic way to enjoy your golf. Our 18 hole course has been open since 1969.

Surrounded by the beauty and tranquility of the Southern Colorado Rockies, it provides anyone the opportunity to play golf.

Outlaw Tours

Durango, CO
We are an outdoor seasonal recreation company offering activities in whitewater rafting, hummer tours. ATV tours & snowmobile tours. We are the oldest & most respected outfitter in southwest Colorado. We are open for all seasons and always have something fun and exciting for the outdoor enthusiast. When it comes to fun we're number one.

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park

Glenwood Springs, CO
Located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in historic Glenwood Springs, CO, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park offers a fun and unique mountain-top adventure that will create lasting memories. There's something for everyone to enjoy: cave tours, thrill rides, scenic tram rides, restaurants, kids' activities, and more!

Rustlers Roost Ranch

Mancos, CO
Rustlers Roost Ranch provides the finest horse adventures in the west. Located in beautiful Mancos Valley next to Mesa Verde National Park. No visit to the great southwest is complete with out dropping in on the boys. You can choose from several horseback adventures in the High Desert or the Colorado Rocky Mountain High Country.

Henry Strater Theatre

Durango, CO
World renowned historic theatre on Main Ave in Durango, CO. Off Broadway and Las Vegas hit shows, as well as Comedy, Caberet, Concerts and more.

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Durango, CO
Relive history with the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a truly spectacular journey aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Experience the adventure of traveling by a coal-fired, steam-locomotive on the same tracks miners, cowboys and settlers of the old west took over a century ago.

Durango Rivertrippers

DURANGO, CO
Durango Rivertrippers founded in 1985 is the first river outfitter in Durango to be licensed by the State of Colorado. We offer the safest and finest whitewater rafting available in the Southwest Colorado. Whether you are looking for a two hour trip, half day trip with lunch or a one to six day wilderness expedition we offer the trip you have always dreamed of......

What is Central Reservations?

Gateway Reservations is the premier Central Reservation service in the Southern Rocky Mountains - offering a huge, comprehensive selection of lodging, activity, transportation and discounted package options to some of the Southwest's most popular destinations!

Are you riding the famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad? Looking for a cheap hotel in Durango or maybe a cabin or vacation home in Glenwood Springs? How about a discounted vacation package to save on your accommodations and activities by booking them together? Our online booking engine and professionally staffed call center are here to provide you with an all inclusive comparison tool which is designed to help you compare all of your transportation, activity, and lodging choices throughout our popular Colorado and New Mexico vacation destinations.

Start by entering your travel dates and we will pull up a huge selection of open and available accommodation options, from hotels and motels to deluxe cabins, condos and vacation homes. You can also compare some of the most popular, exciting and unique activity options in any of our vacation destinations. We will help you compare rates, availability, amenities, photos and more so that, once you know what you want to do, we will make it easy to build your own unique Durango discounted travel packages to plan your own version of a perfect, inclusive vacation.

 

Using Gateway's Central Reservations service is as easy as 1-2-3!

  1. Enter your travel dates, number of travelers and the destination that you are interested in. When you hit search, all of the open and available options will show up for you so that you can start comparing the rates, amenities, availability, pictures and more to pick the stay that is right for you. Don't need lodging? Compare activities and transportation options just as easily by clicking on our Colorado activities link!
  2. Once you have selected your lodging, it will be added to your itinerary and you can start to compare all of the various pre-built packages or add à la carte activities and other options to build your own custom package!
  3. Once you have built the perfect itinerary, you can save it as a no-hassle quote for later to share with friends and family or you can book everything and complete your entire vacation plan in just a couple clicks. Need help or can't find what you're looking for? A travel expert is always just a phone call away at 800.828.4228!

 

Why is Gateway Central Reservations different?

Gateway Reservations is similar to other large reservations companies but what makes us different is that we only focus on our incoming travel to our Southwestern vacation destinations. Our small, family owned business has been built and grown right here in the Southwest and love where we live, making us the local travel experts to give you the most comprehensive, honest and impartial service you can find. Tired of talking to someone in another country that has no idea where to eat in Durango or how far it is to the hot springs in Glenwood? Our no-hassle, service oriented team is here to take care of you before, during and after your trip to make sure that you have a great vacation! Click here to learn more about Gateway Reservations...

 

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