Riverfront Living & More... Homes in Durango, Colorado
Living
alongside the Animas River is a true pleasure. The Animas is a
Gold-Medal trout fishery, offering residents of Villa Escalante true
angling bliss just outside their doors.
If you are not
an angler, you'll still enjoy strolling or cycling along the Animas
River Trail, or floating down the river in a raft.
At Villa Escalante, you'll enjoy the company of Ospreys, a myriad of other birds,
deer, elk, and perhaps the occasional river otter.
You'll relax listening to the wind in the Cottonwood trees along the river, and
marvel at your mountain, river or cliff views through the windows.
Riverfront Living at Villa Escalante - a truly unique new community in Durango, Colorado.
Durango Mountain Resort offers a complete Rocky Mountain winter vacation, perfect for families and groups, experts, intermediates and beginners alike because of our spectacular location, world class ski and snow board terrain on Purgatory Mountain, slope side lodging, and multitude of activities including tubing, sleigh rides, snowmobiling, snowcat trips, kids programs, nordic skiing, and snowshoeing -- plus the genuine Colorado town of Durango.
Purgatory Village
At the heart of Durango Mountain Resort, Purgatory Village offers just about everything you'll need on your visit to the Rockies. Take in the majestic views of the San Juan Mountains while perusing a variety of shops and restaurants and participating in resort activities. The Village is the center of your vacation, as well as a great place to relax and grab some rays in a sunny beach chair, or watch the evening aspen glow over the Needles Peaks.
 Durango offers some of the world's best mountain biking, road biking, down hill riding, and leisurely bike riding. Durango has nearly 2,000 miles of trails, with several hundred miles being single-track. Durango is often thought of as one of the best places in the world for mountain biking. With so many miles of trails and mountain biking roads, you can try a different trail each day!
Durango is a world class destination for rider of all levels of experience. From a professional racer to a casual rider meandering along the Animas River Trail through downtown, this is a biking destination you will want to visit.
If you are a professional or an mountain biking enthusiast you will want to plan to visit Durango for one of its annual biking events, which include the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic where you can race the train to Silverton, the MTB 100, a 100-mile bike race through the San Juan Mountains, or the Ski Bike America Festival, the perfect combination of winter fun and biking.
 Dalton Ranch Golf Club
Set in Durango’s magnificent Animas Valley is the Dalton Ranch Golf Club. The rare blend of the river, undulating terrain and splendid vistas make the Dalton Ranch a grand course to play.
589 C. R. 252
Durango , CO 81301
(970) 247-8774
Hillcrest Golf Club
Durango's municipal course, is located on a mesa overlooking the city with 360 degree views of the San Juan and La Plata mountains. Two years ago it was rated by "Golf Digest Magazine" in the top 200 public links in the nation.
2300 Rim Dr.
Durango , CO 81301
(970) 247-1499
 ANIMAS MOUNTAIN
A 5-mile, round-trip great any time of the year and takes between 3-4 hours to complete. During winter months, November thru May, most of the upper elevations are deeply covered with snow. Views of the Animas Valley and River are a beautiful sight on this hike.
ANIMAS VIEW OVERLOOK TRAIL
An easy .6-mile journey that can be treated as a half or full-day hike. It is a short but pleasurable trail that tells of the forces of nature that formed this area of Colorado. The trail, which is fun and educational, is open May thru October.
CENTENNIAL NATURE TRAIL
At Fort Lewis is a mile trail that connects Fort Lewis College and Durango. It offers a beautiful view of Durango an up-close look at nature. The trail begins at the south edge of the college, near the chapel and descends 300 feet. After a series of turns, the hike comes to an end at E. 10th Street and 6th Avenue.
COLORADO TRAIL/JUNCTION CREEK
An excellent chance to explore part of the 469-mile Colorado Trail. Children have the perfect opportunity to explore the woods and search for signs of wildlife along this spruce-covered trail. The trail follows Junction Creek and provides beautiful views in all directions. Hikers should be careful on this path because it is a very popular, multi-use trail.
DRY FORK LOOP
Views of the La Plata Mountains and meets up with the Colorado Trail. Hikers must be careful on this path because it is a very popular, multi-use trail.
GOULDING CREEK TRAIL
Aa moderately difficult, 6-mile round-trip hike that climbs above Hermosa Cliffs near Tamarron Resort. Three miles up the trail is a spot that offers a view into the secluded Hermosa Creek.
HERMOSA CREEK TRAIL
A beautiful scenery of pine, spruce and wildflowers. Creeks follow parts of the trail and provide children with an excellent opportunity to view creek life. Hermosa Creek Trail is one of the heavily used trails in Southwestern Colorado. It is also considered one of the easiest because there are no major changes in altitude. This is also a multi-use trail, so use caution when hiking.
LION'S DEN TRAIL
A hike which children will find very enjoyable. This path is a multi-use trail, so hikers should use caution since the trail is also used by bikers. The trail is located across from Fort Lewis College Recreation Complex, complete with a playground, covered picnic areas, restrooms and softball fields.
MISSIONARY RIDGE
A good half-day, advanced hike through deep woods, Haflin Canyon takes you up from the Animas Valley through nearly 3,000 feet of ascent, almost always through trees. This 6.4-mile hike (round-trip) starts at 6,620 feet and climbs to 9,400 feet, beginning near Haflin Creek. This trail rises above the creek, crosses and reached to top of the ridge above the stream source for a good view of the river valley below.
MOUNTAIN VIEW CREST
Spectacular views of Pigeon Peak, Turret Peak and Chicago Basin, all located within the Weminuche Wilderness area. To reach these classic viewing areas, it's necessary to plan a full day hike (9-10-miles, round-trip.) The hike is moderately difficult and rises to 12,998 feet.
PASS CREEK TRAIL
Climbs up moderate switchbacks and then gradually climbs up to the base of Engineer Mountain. Much of it falls on the heavily timbered northern aspect of the mountain, and patches of snow may linger in mid-summer. Toward the top, the trail breaks out into beautiful alpine meadows at the base of the peak, offering sweeping views of the Needles Mountains and Animas Valley.
POTATO (SPUD) LAKE TRAIL
An easy day hike or overnight camp is great for children, offering fishing and picnic spots and plenty of places to camp. The lily pond across from the trail head provides and intriguing and valuable lesson about lake ecology, while the 2-mile round-trip hike, climbing from 9,360 feet to 9,800 feet, provides plenty of interesting diversions. Potato Hill (also called Spud Mountain) is visible from the trail, as well as Engineer Mountain and Graysill Peak and Grizzly Peak.
RAIDER RIDGE OVERLOOK
An easy 1-mile hike that offers a great view of the Fort Lewis College campus and Durango. Parts of the La Plata Mountains can also be seen on this hike.
SANTA RITA PARK TRAIL
A
very enjoyable paved trail great for all family members. The path runs along the Animas River, beginning at the Durango Visitor Center. The trail is a quick and easy 3-mile walk that can be followed by relaxing in the park while the kids have fun at the playground.
Horseback riding is offered in the Durango area by the companies listed below. Please contact any company for more information about available horseback riding trips.
 Big Corral Riding Stables
1545 C.R. 302
Durango , CO 81301
(970) 884-9235
Buck's Livery, Inc.
61 C.R. 248
Durango , CO 81301
(970) 385-2110
Cherry Creek Mountain Ranch, Bunk and Breakfast
7053 County Road 105
Hesperus , CO 81326
970-588-3704
Colorado Trails Ranch
12161 C.R. 240
Durango , CO 81301
800-323-3833
(970) 247-5055
D Bar G Outfitters, Inc.
971 D Bar K Dr.
Durango , CO 81301
(970) 385-6888
Elk Point Lodge
21730 C.R. 501
Bayfield , CO 81122
(970) 884-2482
Hole in the Wall Stables
P.O. Box 8222
Durango , CO 81302
(970) 382-6638
Mayday Livery
4432 C.R. 124
Hesperus , CO 81326
(970) 385-6772
Over The Hill Outfitters, Inc.
4140 C.R. 234
Durango , CO 81301
(970) 385-7656
Rapp Corral Horseback Riding
51 Haviland Lake Road
Durango , CO 81301
970-247-8454
Ronny Yeager Durango Outfitting
2080 Hwy. 160
Durango , CO 81301
(970) 247-0159
San Juan Outfitting, LLC
186 C.R. 228
Durango , CO 81301
(970) 259-6259
Southfork Stables/Outfitters
28481 Hwy 160
Durango , CO 81301
(970) 259-4871
T Bar M Outfitters
299 C.R. 307
Durango , CO 81301
(970)259-5469
Wits End Guest Ranch & Resort
254 C.R. 500
Bayfield , CO 81122
800-236-9483
(970) 884-4113
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