The Durango Fish Hatchery is the oldest hatchery owned by the state of Colorado. Visitors to the facility can tour the site to see how the hatchery works. It also features a wildlife museum housing fish and animal mounts.
Skirting the Animas River, this trail spans nearly seven miles (11.26 kilometers), and offers scenic views of the region. The arterial trail is at the heart of numerous other outdoor trails, and is perfect for a day of leisurely hiking.
Located across Girard Street, the Ska Brewing is a quaint brewery-cum-brew bar. Locals and tourists head here to taste the different beers on offer; though the tasting room can accommodate limited guests, its worth visiting for the sheer variety of beers, the most ordered one being Modus Hoperandi. With over ten microbrews, the Ska Brewing has won 20 national awards for its good quality beers. Throughout the week, it also hosts live music concerts featuring local artists and bands. Apart from providing great beer and entertainment, the brewery ensures that it helps the community and hence every year it provides beer donations to deserving organizations. For additional details, check website or call ahead.
St. Columba Catholic Church goes back in time to 1881, when the initial structure of the church first began. After a lot of struggle, the parish itself was formed 35 years later. Even today, the stone structure of the building still maintains its olden day charm and grandeur. The parishioners here are very involved in the community and have regular drives to help uplift the poor and needy.
The 45 mile Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has been in existence since 1881. It was then used as an important mode of transport between the silver and gold mining ores in the San Juan mountains and the town of Durango. Today, the heritage railroad is an important transport line from the point of view of tourism and serves as an easy yet adventurous travel route to Silverton winding across the breathtaking canyons of the San Juan National Forest. The steam-powered locomotive which were then used by miners, are functional even today. A journey on one of these would take you through an adventure which is marked by spectacular views across the dense forest. Call or visit their website for group reservations.
Visit Gaslight Twin Cinema, an Allen theater. The theater is a great option for the perfect movie experience. Some of their features include digital projection and high quality sound. The place also offers online ticket booking. Special rates apply for seniors and military personnel.