The mini adventure
Looking to explore but still be close to home? The mid-country trails surrounding Durango will allow you to enjoy a half-day mini adventure, generally taking around 2-4 hours.
Choose Your Adventure
All mid-country trail systems
Colorado Trail System (Lower)
The iconic Colorado Trail stretches 500 miles from Denver to its terminus in Durango and is one of the state’s great recreational assets.
Hermosa Area Trail System
The Hermosa Creek trails connect you to a variety of high country routes from Jones Creek to Pinkerton or upper Hermosa to Bolam Pass or Hotel Draw.
La Plata Canyon Trail System
La Plata Canyon is in an area west of Durango with many mid country trail options.
Log Chutes Trail System
Log Chutes is a multi-use trail located just above the Colorado Trail Trailhead at Junction Creek in Durango
Missionary Ridge Trail System
The Missionary Ridge trail network is an unknown gem even to most locals with moderate to expert trails.
Vallecito Lake Trail System
Vallecito Lake offers a variety of year-round trails just 40 minutes from Durango.
Vallecito Nordic Winter Trails
Vallecito Reservoir has beautiful groomed nordic skiing and snowshoeing trails in winter months.
