Southwest Colorado Summer Activities

Travel back in time and over two miles above sea level as you explore historic ghost towns and majestic mountain peaks! We also offer the biggest selection of rafting and whitewater river trips in Southwest Colorado and Arizona.

Navigate a desert 4x4 trail or enjoy the scenic and rugged mining roads of the San Juan high country above Silverton, Ouray and Telluride in the comfort of a Hummer.

The Durango Community Recreation Center is a 71,557 square foot facility complete with gymnasium, climbing wall, indoor track, fitness equipment and fitness classes, racquetball courts, and aquatics area (including waterslide, leisure pool, and lap lanes.) Day passes are available for $4.50/adult, $3.50/children 4-17 yrs and $3.50/senior 55 and over. Open M-F, 6am - 10pm, Sat., 8am - 10pm, Sun., 10am - 6pm. 2700 Main Avenue.

Enjoy an adventure of the soul with 4 Corners Whitewater specializing in guided rafting and kayaking trips on the Animas River.

The Crow Canyon Archaeological Center, located in southwestern Colorado, is dedicated to understanding, teaching, and preserving the rich history of the ancestral Pueblo Indians (also called the Anasazi) who inhabited the canyons and mesas of the Mesa Verde region more than 700 years ago. Crow Canyon's full day tour is a perfect complement to excursions to nearby archaeological attractions, including Mesa Verde National Park, the Anasazi Heritage Center, Lowry Pueblo, Hovenweep, and Aztec Ruins. In a fun and relaxed atmosphere, you will be introduced to the history of the ancestral Pueblo Indians (the Anasazi) who inhabited the spectacular Four Corners area hundreds of years ago.

Signature Salon and Health Spa offers an array of relaxing treatments including customized massages, aromatherapy, hot-stone and couples massage offered in our private and luxurious cottage by the river. For a unique and extraordinary experience, retreat with a friend or loved one in a private hot tub, followed by side-by-side 60 minute massages. Our salt glows, body polishes, brown sugarscrubs, mineral mud treatments and detoxifying aromatherapy wraps, all done in the Vichy shower room will leave your skin radiant, silky and glowing. Signature Salon and Health Spa also offers facials, manicures and pedicures along with their elite hair salon to help you look and feel like new.

Not your typical kennel. Dogs get plenty of play time and socialization, and tons of lovin'. Large kennels are provided for anyone who needs some "quiet time". Healthy treats are provided. Please bring food if needed, and a bed or something that smells familiar if you think your dog might be nervous. Please bring current vaccination records also.

We are an outdoor recreation company offering activities in whitewater rafting, hummer tours. ATV tours & snowmobile tours. We are the oldest & most respected outfitter in southwest Colorado. We are open for all seasons and always have something fun and exciting for the outdoor enthusiast. When it comes to fun we're number one.

Diamond Circle Melodrama Durango's best live entertainment – the world famous Diamond Circle Melodrama is a wonderful excursion back in time, to a bygone era of heroines, villians, and oh yes, the hero too!

Mountain Waters Rafting makes it easy and FUN! We have taken more people down the Animas River in Durango than any other outfitter. Come ride with us and see why! Experienced and knowledgeable rafting guides and 25 years of satisfied customers! 90% of our guests report their Durango raft trip was the highlight of their family vacation.

Spectacular Hot Air Ballooning Adventures in the Rocky Mountains of Southwestern Colorado. We fly the beautiful Animas River Valley from the Red Rock Ranch following the winding Animas River to Durango. Small, intimate flights are our specialty. Individuals, couples or couples with children preferred. To find out more information, Click Here!