The Lunch Break Escape
Find the perfect in-town hiking, trail running, or mountain biking route. These routes are close enough that you could pop out for a quick lunchtime ride and still have time to spare before the boss notices you’re gone.
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All in-town trail systems
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Animas Mountain Trail System
A popular and iconic trail located in-town Durango, just minutes from downtown Durango.
Animas River Trail
The Animas River Trail, a hard surface shared-use path, is a very enjoyable paved trail great for all ages and skill levels.
Church Camp Trail System
Church Camp trails are a great way to experience some easier options of Durango’s in-town trails.
Dalla Mountain Park Trail System
Dalla Mountain Park is a popular destination among climbers, hikers and mountain bikers alike.
Fort Lewis Trail System
A system of trails located directly in-town on the Fort Lewis College Mesa, with many different options for different ages and skill levels.
Grandview Ridge Trail System
The Grandview Ridge trail system includes several very fun local trails and is easily accessible from downtown Durango, located next to (and connecting to) the Horse Gulch trail system.
Hillcrest Nordic Ski Trails
Hillcrest Golf Course offers groomed nordic skiing during the winter months just minutes from downtown Durango.
Horse Gulch Trail System
The Horse Gulch/Telegraph Trail System is the perfect trail system for all levels and user types. Located right in-town, it is a local favorite for hiking and mountain biking, and with so many different connectin
Overend Mountain Park Trail System
The main area of Overend Mountain Park encompasses about 300 acres, located right in-town of Durango. Easily accessible, it’s a favorite among Durango locals.
Perins Peak Trail
Perins Peak Trail is a rather lengthy and difficult hike, but it is also one of the most rewarding day hikes Durango has to offer.
Smelter Mountain Trail
Smelter Mountain is a 1-mile hike from the parking area to the top and climbs steadily 1,000 feet to spectacular views.
Three Springs Trail System
The Three Springs Trail System features five new miles of introductory singletrack and a small pump track located off Wilson Gulch Road on the northeast side of Three Springs neighborhood.
Twin Buttes Trail System
While a popular mountain bike location, Twin Buttes is also a multi-use trail system just west of Downtown Durango.