overview of the spectacular mountain scenery, including rock formations and snow-capped peaks that are waiting for you to explore. It has beautifully restored carriages and is pulled by an authentic steam engine. You will find white water rafting in the spring on the Animas River, rock climbing and bouldering, ski slopes, amazing hiking and mountain biking trails and miles of scenic road trips, including the San Juan Scenic Byway and Million Dollar Highway.
Amazing Native American History
Durango is home to one of the most impressive Native American sites in the Southwest, the 800 – 1000 years old Pueblo Indian's ancient cliff dwellings where you can have a tour and go inside the rooms. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The hiking is unparalleled along the 500-mile Colorado trail from Durango to Denver through the Rocky Mountains. It is open to mountain bikes and primarily used for hiking and running. The San Juan National Forest is called Durango’s backyard playground with skiing, white water rafting, snowmobiling, biking, horseback riding and many other activities available with a Durango timeshare vacation whether during the summer or winter.
Fabulous Culture of the West
The town of Durango dates from 1880 and was a mining center in the area. It is on the National Register of Historic Districts. It has historic buildings that are still in use and you can take a walking tour to get the full impact of this Wild West town. The town offers entertainment year-round with live music festivals and special events. It has art galleries, two craft breweries and several restaurants from fine gourmet dining to savory Southwestern cuisine. The Diamond Belle Saloon is a famous original ragtime piano bar from the Wild West.
There is no best time to visit Durango as each season has a lot to offer. The accommodation may have a higher price in the winter because of winter sports and in the summer for hiking and biking, but if you are a Durango timeshare owner, your accommodation is already paid for, so price fluctuations are not your problem. You will have first-class accommodation with all the conveniences of home without the hassle of maintenance and upkeep.
