Durango and Purgatory Resort are genuinely great for families — snow days, river play, parks, train rides, and activities that keep kids of all ages busy. Here's how to plan the perfect family mountain trip.
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Halloween in Durango means downtown trick-or-treating, costume creativity, and Victorian-era spookiness at 6,500 feet. Here's how to do Halloween 2025 in the mountains.
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A fall weekend in Durango with kids is magical — golden aspens, hot springs, cozy dinners, and easy hikes.
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Durango has great paved bike trails for families — flat riverside paths, parks, and easy rides that work for kids and casual cyclists.
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Summer thunderstorms are a daily ritual in Durango from July through August. Here's how to work with the weather pattern instead of fighting it.
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Horseback riding through the San Juan Mountains near Durango is a classic Western experience worth doing at least once.
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The alpine slide at Purgatory is a summer highlight — fast, fun, and suitable for all ages.
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Durango has great parks and playgrounds for kids — here are the best ones for families visiting Southwest Colorado.
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Purgatory is one of the best family ski resorts in Colorado — here is how to plan a trip with kids.
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Halloween in Durango is family-friendly and festive — here's what to do with kids in this mountain town.
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Bringing toddlers to Durango? It is easier than you think — here are the best activities for little ones.
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Purgatory Flats Trail is an easy creekside hike right across from the resort — perfect for families and summer exploration.
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