COME TO LIFE / Cities & Towns Durango In the Four Corners Region where Colorado meets Utah, Arizona and New Mexico, Durango is the perfect gateway to experience the history of the American West. Durango offers a dozen vacations in one destination, from Old West experiences, ancient ruins, and arts and culture to adventure sports, agritourism and special events. The town has non-stop flights from Denver and a few other U.S. cities, and is well-connected with several major U.S. and state highways from every direction (540 kilometres southwest of Denver). TOP ATTRACTIONS: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Mesa Verde National Park, San Juan Skyway Scenic By-way, the town of Cortez, Purgatory Mountain Resort ski area, farm and ranch activities, and fishing, rafting, canoeing on the Animas River Silverton Tiny and nestled between two rugged San Juan Mountain passes 77 kilometres north of Durango, Silverton has been a beloved destination since its mining days, especially for those pursuing new heights outdoors, from off-road trails, backcountry camping and hiking, fishing and much more. TOP ATTRACTIONS: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Alpine Loop Scenic Byway, Old Hundred Gold Mine and Mayflower Gold Mill National Historic Site, Silverton Mountain (for advanced skiers and snowboard-ers), downtown National Historic District, Animas Forks ghost town Pagosa Springs Surrounded by more than 3 million acres of national forest and wilderness areas, you’ll find yourself in the centre of nature’s playground in Pagosa Springs, 96 kilometres east of Durango. The San Juan Mountains and a variety of outdoor activities are at your doorstep, along with hot springs, little shops, historic sites and artisan galleries. TOP ATTRACTIONS: The Springs Resort & Spa, Healing Waters Resort & Spa and Overlook Hot Springs Spa, Pagosa Dogsled Adventures, Wolf Creek Ski Area, San Juan River tubing and rafting, Chimney Rock National Monument Denver Silverton Durango Pagosa Springs The Springs Resort & Spa in Pagosa Springs 14 / COLORADO.COM VISIT PAGOSA SPRINGS.
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