Durango
Historic mining town with a vibrant arts and culture scene
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Explore Durango
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Shopping & RetailBeads & Beyond
Our shelves in Durango overflow with seed beads, tubes, and wires for the serious crafter. We stock specific finishes like copper, silver, and matte metallics, alongside specialized supplies such as Size 11 and Size 15 seed beads, black and white Nymo thread, and beading wire. New inventory arrives weekly, featuring distinct items like Eucalyptus Silver Lined AB Tubes and Galvanized Silver Opaque Tubes. Customers can browse our full online catalog or visit us in person to select from a wide range of materials, sizes, and colors. We accept credit cards and provide easy parking for your convenience.
Entertainment & RecreationFour Leaves Winery
Dean, our owner and winemaker, crafts every bottle right here in downtown Durango. We invite you to stop by our south side Main Street boutique any day of the week for a glass or a full tasting. Our hours run from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., with a slight shift to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, ensuring there is always time to savor the moment. You can explore our extensive selection of fruity wines and ports, or dive deeper into the process by making your own custom blend. We handle the bottling and labeling, so you leave with a personalized souvenir that reflects your taste. Beyond the retail shelves, we host unique events like our V.I.P. club releases, where members gather three times a year for custom-blended wines. It is a fun social occasion that highlights our commitment to community and craftsmanship. The space features indoor and outdoor seating, military memorabilia, and wine accessories, all set to great music. Friends, families, and school groups find it a welcoming spot for gatherings and local civic support. Come discover why we are Durango's top wine boutique stop.
ServicesDirt Road Realty Durango
Buying and selling homes in Durango is what we do, offering licensed and insured guidance to families navigating southwestern Colorado’s real estate market. We handle the details of listing and showing properties, negotiating sales, and facilitating transactions so you can focus on your move. A free consultation is the starting point for our partnership, and an appointment is required to get started. We stand ready to assist you with every step of the process.
Services1031 Real Estate Exchange Specialists
Tim Cooney and John Lund run 1031 Real Estate Exchange Specialists in Durango, guiding investors through like-kind exchanges that defer capital gains taxes. Their service handles both forward and reverse exchanges, with forward exchanges priced at $1,150. Investors sell a relinquished property and reinvest the proceeds into a new one within the required 180-day window, ensuring the properties involved are used for business or investment purposes, such as rental homes or commercial buildings. The firm provides free consultations and educational resources, including an e-book authored by Cooney and Lund that details exchange nuances and success stories. Clients rely on the team for responsive communication and timely paperwork processing, which is critical for meeting closing deadlines on short notice. The business operates with licensed and insured credentials, offering a free consultation to help clients navigate the complexities of tax-deferred exchange solutions.
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About Durango
Durango stands as one of Colorado's most historic and vibrant destinations, where the legacy of the Old West meets modern mountain culture in a setting of spectacular natural beauty. This charming community of 19,000 residents offers a unique blend of historic charm and outdoor recreation opportunities that make it a favorite destination for visitors seeking authentic Colorado experiences.
Quick Facts
19,000
6,512 ft
Summer & Winter
Historic Railroad
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the deal with Durango?
Durango is one of the older towns on the Western Slope and it leans into that Old West history without feeling like a museum piece. It's a real working town with a busy downtown, and it happens to sit at the doorstep of some serious mountain country. That mix is why people stick around.
What is the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad?
It's a steam train that runs north through the San Juan Mountains, and it's been doing it since the mining days. The ride takes you along the Animas River into country you can't easily reach by car. Yes, it's touristy, but it's also the genuine article and worth the ticket.
What is there to do outdoors in Durango?
The town backs right up to the San Juan National Forest, so trails are never far. Durango has a strong mountain biking reputation if that's your thing, and the San Juan Skyway loops out from here for one of the better drives in the state. Fishing and camping fill out the rest.
Is the downtown worth walking around?
It is. Durango's historic main drag is lined with shops and restaurants, and the Animas Museum is the spot to dig into the town's mining and frontier years. You can cover most of it on foot in an afternoon.
How do I get to Durango?
Driving, you'll come in on Highway 550, and Durango is about six hours southwest of Denver, so it's a haul. The Durango-La Plata County Airport handles flights if you'd rather skip the drive. The New Mexico border sits about an hour south, which surprises some people.