Fort Lewis Trail System
Durango to TH
2 Miles
Gain
Condition
Good
Region
Trail Length
Trails in this system
The Fort Lewis Trail System can be accessed by climbing from the bottom of Chapman Hill off of Florida Avenue, or by driving up to the top of the mesa by Fort Lewis College and following the college’s Rim Drive.
The trails within this system vary from easy to difficult, and offer many different options for different ages and skill levels. All trails are easy to reach from downtown Durango, offer chances of wildlife sightings, and come with great views of town.
There are multiple trails which are relatively easy and great for kids (including Rim Trail and Lion’s Den), and there are multiple trails which connect the mesa to the in-town neighborhoods directly below.
The Nature Trail/Sky Steps features a 500 step stairway that extends from Durango to Fort Lewis College. It’s a popular spot for trail runners as well as those looking for a short hike, and the Nature Trail provides an up-close look at the nature and landscape in Durango.
Map & Directions
Map Coordinates: 37.280007, -107.867846
Where's the Trailhead?
dIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD
Chapman Hill Parking Lot
FLC Stadium Parking Lot
Lions Den
Ball Lane
Sky Ridge Parking Lot
10th Street
Trailwork
help build our trails!
National Trails Day | Durango Trailwork at Dry Fork Trail
Celebrate National Trails Day by joining us for trailwork at Dry Fork Trail on June 3rd from 9am to 1pm. Lunch will be provided at the trailhead afterwards. Please note, registration is required to join us for trailwork; please click below to register.
Love the Trails Like a Local
Say Hi
Greet all trail users by saying hi when passing on the trail.
Announce Yourself
Say "on your left" as approaching other trail users from behind.
Pick Up After Yourself
Pick up after yourself and your pet. Please don’t litter.
Keep Dogs on a Leash
Keep your dogs on a leash or leave them at home. Off-leash dogs are not allowed on City Open Space and are the number one source of trail conflict.
Stay on the Trail
Help protect natural areas and habitats by staying on established trails. Creating "social trails", cutting switchbacks, or ignoring trail closures leads to greater erosion and impacts on ecosystems.
Give Uphill Traffic the
Right of Way
Uphill traffic always has the right of way. Downhill traffic must be in control, especially around blind corners, to avoid coming in contact with uphill traffic.
Check Conditions
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Give Back
Donate to Durango Trails or volunteer for trailwork to help give back to the trails you love.
