When you choose one of the fabulous downtown Durango vacation homes, you are staying in the heart of one of the most popular tourist areas of the west. There are a number of adventures waiting for you in this resort town nestled in the San Juan Mountain Range. Spectacular cliffs and rivers with white water rapids provide a beautiful setting and the skiing is first rate.
Downtown Durango Vacation Homes Are an Excellent Base for Your Visit
Downtown Durango is centrally located to all of the activities offered in this region. The number one attraction, the Purgatory Ski Area is only a 30 minute drive away. It's also a quick trip to places where you can go rafting, kayaking, fishing, hiking and rock climbing. In addition to the outdoor adventures, when you pick downtown Durango lodging, you are close to the area's best restaurants, shopping, and places to go antiquing.
Take a Ride on a Historic Train
One of the best family adventures involves a ride on the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. The station is about a mile from most downtown Durango vacation homes. The train provides a breathtaking trip through Cascade Canyon and the San Juan National Forest. You will travel along the beautiful Animas River and stop for lunch along its banks.
The Old West is Still Alive in Durango
The men who made the Old West famous may be gone but by selecting downtown Durango lodging, you'll see that their spirit is still alive. The city is a nationally registered historic district and there is much to do and see. Durango vacation rentals make it simple to walk around the downtown area and check out the museums that have preserved the legends of the Old West. The author Louis L'Amour wrote many of his famous western novels while he was staying in downtown Durango.