The Ranch Travel Guide
Durango
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
Durango Area Tourism Office
After visiting Durango Area Tourism Office, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Durango. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.
Things to do
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Mesa Verde & Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in The Ranch
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Good staff
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
We enjoyed our time at this hotel. Clean rooms and the stuff very nice!!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
Great rooms
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
It’s was an amazing experience, can’t wait to go back already for our next stay in Durango
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Great room!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Durango
Clean rooms, friendly staff
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Ranch
Dalton Ranch
If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Durango Hills
Durango Hills might not have many top sights, but Animas Mountain Trailhead and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Turtle Lake
Though Turtle Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River.
Edgemont Ranch
Though Edgemont Ranch may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Durango Community Recreation Center and Hillcrest Golf Club.
Los Ranchitos Estates
You might consider checking out Lemon Reservoir while you're exploring Los Ranchitos Estates and the larger Durango area.
Aspen Trails
While there might not be top attractions in Aspen Trails, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lemon Reservoir and Horse Thief Park.
