Turtle Lake Travel Guide

Durango

Popular places to visit

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Purgatory Ski Area featuring snow, a luxury hotel or resort and mountains

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.

Purgatory Resort

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.

Fort Lewis College

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.

Mercy Regional Medical Center

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.

Animas River Trail

Cliffs at Tamarron

Play a round of golf at Cliffs at Tamarron and enjoy other activities in Durango such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Cliffs at Tamarron

Things to do

Durango: La Plata Canyon Exclusive Access Jeep Tour

La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour Waterfalls, Ghost Town,Great Views

Rp1.779.643
per adult
La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour Waterfalls, Ghost Town,Great Views
Cliff Palace - Mesa Verde's Largest Site

Mesa Verde Highlights Tour

Rp2.269.453
per adult
Mesa Verde Highlights Tour
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Rp277.396
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Million Dollar Highway Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations

Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations

Rp4.865.446
per traveller
Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations
Durango 1/4 Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River

Durango 1/4 Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River

Rp1.227.954
per adult
Durango 1/4 Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River
Durango Half Day Jeep Tour - La Plata Canyon

Durango Half Day Jeep Tour - La Plata Canyon

Rp2.117.775
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durango Half Day Jeep Tour - La Plata Canyon
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Top hotels in Turtle Lake

Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
2.5 out of 5
455 S Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
The price is Rp2.766.677 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
Rp2.766.677
Rp3.144.328 total
26 Jun - 27 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,888 reviews)
"Nice room, clean, reasonable price. Breakfast was good except for the coffee. (It was awful)"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
2.5 out of 5
400 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.165.982 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
Rp3.165.982
Rp3.598.139 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Renovated and new furniture etc. Looks great. Nice people, friendly and helpful. Close to the Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Adventure Inn Durango
Adventure Inn Durango
2.5 out of 5
3515 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
The price is Rp1.671.354 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
Rp1.671.354
Rp1.899.577 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"The staff were super friendly! Our room was so clean and comfortable! I loved the quiet location. Will be back here to stay!"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Adventure Inn Durango
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Durango
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Durango
2 out of 5
2002 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
The price is Rp1.612.710 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.612.710
Rp1.832.844 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Spacious and clean at a very reasonable price. Had its own parking space. Will be using this place again and very soon. Thank you."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Durango
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
3 out of 5
21636 Highway 160 West, Durango, CO
The price is Rp3.059.447 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
Rp3.059.447
Rp3.577.741 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Clean. Quite. Obersized parking area. Pet friendly and connects to the off leash lap. Great location just outside of town."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
Historic Strater Hotel
Historic Strater Hotel
3.5 out of 5
699 Main Ave, Durango, CO
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Durango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,027 reviews)
"Interesting antique furniture. My only criticism is that no breakfast was available at the hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Turtle Lake

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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.

North Main District
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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.

Sky Ridge
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Animas River District

While visiting Animas River District, you might make a stop by sights like Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas River Trail.

Animas River District
Durango - Purgatory which includes a city, street scenes and night scenes

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 Henry Strater Theater or Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Durango
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Dalton Ranch

If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Dalton Ranch
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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.

Durango Hills

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