Free & Cheap Things to Do in Durango, CO

  • The list below includes 24 free or cheap things to do in or near Durango, Colorado, including 33 different types of inexpensive activities like Rafting, History Museums, Farms & Ranches and Horseback Riding.
  • From San Juan National Forest to Animas River Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Durango.
  • The list below includes 24 free or cheap things to do in or near Durango, Colorado, including 33 different types of inexpensive activities like Rafting, History Museums, Farms & Ranches and Horseback Riding.
  • From San Juan National Forest to Animas River Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Durango.
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0.0 Miles
Spend all day scaling the walls at a three-level climbing center that features areas for bouldering, top-rope climbing, and other techniques
12.8 Miles
98% 107 votes
Farms & Ranches 47000 Highway 550 N, Durango, CO MoreLess Info
Serving as a licensed outfitter for the state of Colorado, Buck's Livery offers a variety of outdoor activities. Most of the arrangements revolve around horses including trail rides and pack trips, but there are also big game hunts as well.
1.7 Miles
98% 109 votes
Rafting 360 South Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO 81301 MoreLess Info
Whether you are looking for high adrenaline adventure or a lazy float down the river, 4 Corners Whitewater, should be your outfitter of choice. Join their experienced guides for a whitewater rafting adventure on the San Miguel and Animas, or rent a tube and float under the sun.
11.0 Miles
93% 135 votes
Farms & Ranches 33800 Highway 550, Durango, CO MoreLess Info
In the summer of 2008, James Ranch, opened up their 400 acres of stunning farmland to visitor tours. Today, families of all ages visit the ranch to see the cattle, turkeys, pigs, and shop in their organic market.
0.3 Miles
96% 49 votes
Rafting 1430 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 MoreLess Info
Southwest Whitewater is a veteran-owned tour company that has the goal of helping people build a connection with the outdoors. The company offers jeep rentals, kayak rentals, and rafting trips.
1.4 Miles
98% 86 votes
Recreation Centers 2700 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 MoreLess Info
Gather up the family and make your plans to stay fit at the Durango Community Recreation Center. The 71,000 square foot facility features a swimming pool, climbing wall, aerobics classes and more to keep visitors of all ages moving.
2.5 Miles
97% 66 votes
Breweries 225 Girard St, Durango, CO 81303 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1995, the Ska Brewing Company is known for its unique atmosphere inspired by ska music. The brewery itself is made from recycled materials, such as jeans and bowling lanes, and is powered fully by wind.
0.1 Miles
92% 86 votes
Rafting 1111 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO 81301 MoreLess Info
The Durango Rafting Company is a whitewater adventure company that rents out inflatable kayaks as well as white water rafts. The company offers trips all summer long that last for 2 and 4 hours.
0.3 Miles
93% 30 votes
Rafting 890, Durango, CO 81301 MoreLess Info
Located along the scenic Animas River, Flexible Flyers Rafting is a business offering guided whitewater rafting trips for those visiting the area. Guests are led by an experienced guide who navigates them through the river's exciting rocks and rapids.
0.4 Miles
94% 17 votes
Rafting 643 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO 81301 MoreLess Info
Accommodating visitors of all skill levels, Mountain Waters Rafting offers visitors a mix of family oriented to advanced white water rafting trips with an experienced guide. The company also runs a zipline that sends visitors flying over a forest.
1.7 Miles
89% 44 votes
History Museums 3605 W Second Ave, Durango, CO MoreLess Info
Located in a former schoolhouse, Animas Museum offers exhibits that show what life was like in the early 20th century. The museum features a room with antique chalkboards, student desks, teaching tools, and more.
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