MOUNTAIN BIKE COLORADO DURANGO ARTICLE

DURANGO, COLORADO

Durango is a small town tucked away in the San Juan Mountains in Southern Colorado, with endless opportunities for recreation amidst the rich and exciting history. It was founded in 1880 by the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad, which celebrated 125 years of operation in 2006, and continues to be one of the most important attractions for the town. The small, friendly town is home to more than 30 parks, which offers everything that tourists want: excellent mountain biking & hiking trails, along with ample space for picnics and playgrounds.

Whether for business trips, romantic getaways, extraordinary adventures, or relaxing trips, Durango has lodging and accommodation for every occasion. The elegant mountain resorts are perfect as they offer miles of mountain hike and bike trails, untouched mountain streams, and ski-runs. For lodging with the comfort of home, one can choose the Bed and Breakfasts on offer, or for modern facilities, there are also Durango’s newer hotels. One can revisit Durango’s charming beauty and the style of the Old West in the rusty old cabins, or enjoy the night time sky in the tripground.

Durango offers world-class facilities for the enjoyment of the entire family. For the adventurous, there are the beautiful rocky canyons of the nearby San Juan National Park, which offer spectacular hiking through fields of wildflowers, and biking on the mountain biking trails which stretch on endlessly through the quiet and splendour of the area, or rafting through the waters of some of the last free flowing rivers of the west. For those looking for culinary adventure, there are amazing restaurants, fun and noisy brewpubs, and cosy, comfortable coffee shops to appeal to every taste and every whim. For children, there is the majestic Children’s Museum, resorts and hotels with indoor games and numerous amazing competitions, and open fields and playgrounds. For those seeking to unwind, there are bike tours on meandering roads along scenic byways, slow and leisurely sailboat rides on the Vallecito Lake, and rejuvenating swims in some of the mineral springs.

The shopping scene in this little town is termed as the “proverbial treasure trove”, wherein one can find distinct and unique merchandise of all types, for all. There are over 500 retailers in the Durango Mall, Main Avenue Mall and Historic Downtown Durango, who offer goods ranging from children’s favourites, to the latest fashions, and from kitchen hardware to outdoor supplies. Additionally, offering a diverse cultural experience ranging from local artisans to performing veterans, Durango’s art scene has been developed particularly for the connoisseur. From public murals and sculptures, jewellery, still photography and live documentaries, dance and music festivals, the little town has everything to offer to tourists. It is also recommended to take a trip aboard the coal-fired steam engine on the Durango & Silverton Narow Gauge Railroad.

Undoubtedly, Durango is one of those rustic little towns that offer a variety of fun activities, the most amazing of which include a taste of the scenic beauty, particularly mountain biking & hiking tours, and is a must visit!