Animas River District
Durango
Visit Animas River District
Popular places to visit
Animas River Trail
You can take time to visit Animas River Trail during your travels to Durango. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Purgatory Resort
Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
The Powerhouse
You can browse the exhibits at The Powerhouse, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
Fort Lewis College
Explore the campus of Fort Lewis College during your visit to Durango. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Mercy Regional Medical Center
If Mercy Regional Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Durango.
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Durango Half Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River
Top hotels in Animas River District
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
Old hotel but nice, enjoyed the experience and property and rooms were clean
Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Durango Downtown-Animas River by IHG
Great location and property. We opted for a non balcony room so we were on the street/highway facing side. There were trucks and a bit of traffic noise. We’ll select a river facing room next time.
Reviewed on 13 Apr, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Decent stay. Nice place. Dog friendly and nice grass for them. I’d stay here again.
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
The hotel was so fun. The different food outlets were great. They played their 1886 heritage just right. Old time feel with modern touch. Everything in the hotel was tastefully done
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
Room was nice and clean staff was very friendly and amenities were great
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
The location and value of the hotel is hard to beat. The staff was excellent, as was their breakfast offerings. The room was a bit dated but clean. I would not hesitate to stay there again.
Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Animas River District
Historic Downtown Durango
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Durango. A stop by Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or Animas River Trail might round out your trip.
North Main District
If you're spending some time in North Main District, Animas River and Durango Community Recreation Center are top sights worth seeing.
Sky Ridge
While Sky Ridge may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas River.
Turtle Lake
Though Turtle Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Animas River and San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office.
Durango West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Durango West and surrounding area, you can visit San Juan National Forest Supervisor's Office and Ski Hesperus.
Edgemont Ranch
Though Edgemont Ranch may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas Mountain Trailhead.
