Wildcat Cabin sits 15 minutes from historic downtown Durango, in the heart of the San Juan Mountains. Here's what's within reach — and how far it is from the front door.
The Animas runs right through Durango. Raft the whitewater in early summer, float the gentle stretches with the kids, or watch the historic Durango & Silverton narrow-gauge railroad rumble across its bridges. In town, the Animas River Trail follows the water for miles of easy walking and biking.
The closest adventure to the cabin. This reservoir has a real swimming beach, boat and paddleboard launches, and open water for kayaking. Just five minutes down the road, it's an easy morning swim or an all-day outing when the weather's warm.
Start on the cabin's own 9 wooded acres, then venture out. Clear mountain creeks are made for wading on hot afternoons, and trailheads across the San Juans range from gentle forest loops to alpine climbs. The high country opens up as the snow melts each spring.
The Animas and the nearby tailwaters are Gold Medal trout country. Bring your waders and a fly rod or book a local guide — brown and rainbow trout are within a short drive, and the scenery alone is worth the trip.
Main Avenue is a walkable stretch of Victorian storefronts, breweries, coffee roasters, and farm-to-table restaurants. Time your visit for the summer festivals and the 4th of July, when the whole town turns out. It's the perfect rest day between adventures.
Just 45 minutes north on the Million Dollar Highway, Purgatory delivers 1,600+ acres of terrain for every level, with far shorter lift lines than Colorado's front-range resorts. Closer to home, Hesperus Ski Area is a friendly, family-scale hill only 15 minutes away — perfect for first turns and night skiing.
Whatever the season, the best of Durango starts at the front door. Book direct for the best rates.