5 days in Durango Itinerary

Originally a frontier mining town, Durango is known today for its scenic setting, outdoor activities, and the 1880s steam-powered railway that takes visitors through sections of the mountains where roads don't reach.

Your day by day itinerary now includes San Juan National Forest. Venture out of the city with trips to Cortez Cultural Center (in Cortez) and Mesa Verde National Park (Balcony House, Cliff Palace, &more). Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Historic Downtown Durango, get a taste of the local shopping with Scenic Aperture Gallery, see the sights as you ascend with San Juan Expeditions, and fly down the slopes at Purgatory Resort.

For traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Durango road trip site.

In October, daily temperatures in Durango can reach 65°F, while at night they dip to 32°F.