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Durango blends the rugged beauty of the San Juan Mountains with a thriving downtown of breweries, restaurants, and shops along Main Avenue. The Durango & Silverton narrow-gauge railroad, world-class rafting on the Animas River, and three distinct golf experiences make this a TDF destination that punches way above its weight.
The best courses, bars, and rentals in Durango — curated for groups.
3 coursesSummer, Fall DRO (15 min drive)10-50k population
Courses Where to Stay house Sleeps 10-16
$500-$1500/night
North Durango / Animas Valley
hot tub mountain views full kitchen fire pit multiple bedrooms deck
cabin Sleeps 8-14
$400-$1200/night
Vallecito Lake / Lemon Reservoir area
river access fire pit hot tub full kitchen deck
Dining
Ore House $$$ steakhouse Durango's legendary steakhouse since 1972; prime rib, big groups welcome, and a bar that gets rowdy
4.4 stars
El Moro Spirits & Tavern $$$ farm-to-table Craft cocktails and elevated bar food in a beautifully restored historic building on Main Ave
4.6 stars
Steamworks Brewing Company $$ brewpub Award-winning brewery with a massive space; nachos the size of your head and excellent pale ales
4.5 stars
Ken & Sue's $$$ upscale Creative American cuisine and a patio on Main Ave; the pan-seared trout is a must
4.7 stars Nightlife
El Rancho Tavern Late Night dive Durango's original dive bar; cheap drinks, pool tables, and zero pretension since the 1940s
Diamond Belle Saloon saloon Ragtime piano, Victorian decor, and strong drinks in the historic Strater Hotel; a must-visit
Ska Brewing Tasting Room brewpub Iconic Durango brewery with a fun tasting room; Modus Hoperandi is a classic
The Office Spiritorium Late Night cocktail Speakeasy-style cocktail bar above Main Ave; creative drinks and a sophisticated vibe
Activities Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad hiking full day $100-$200/pp
Historic steam train through the San Juan Mountains to the old mining town of Silverton; an absolute bucket-list experience
Animas River Rafting rafting half day $50-$95/pp
Class II-III rapids right through downtown Durango; fun, accessible, and you can walk to lunch after
ATV San Juan Mountain Tour atv half day $100-$175/pp
Ride through old mining roads above 10,000 feet with views of Engineer Pass and the San Juans
Fly Fishing the Animas fishing half day $175-$300/pp
Gold Medal trout waters on the Animas River with guided wade trips steps from downtown