Life in La Plata County
The Durango lifestyle
Mountain biking, exploring the high country, hiking with the dogs, and riding her horses — it’s all part of living the best life here. A few of Melissa’s favorite local resources for getting to know the area.
Local Resources
Everything that makes this home
Outdoors & Recreation
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Ska Brewing – Our Favorite Brewery
Durango’s own craft brewery, home to True Blonde, Modus Hoperandi, and a rotating lineup of seasonal beers.
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Mountain Bike Specialists
The Four Corners’ longtime bike shop on Main Avenue — sales, service, and decades of local know-how.
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The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic
The Memorial Day weekend race from Durango to Silverton, racing the historic train over two mountain passes.
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Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railway
A coal-fired steam train that’s run the Animas River canyon to Silverton since 1882.
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Purgatory Ski Area
Durango’s home mountain, about 25 miles up US-550 in the San Juans.
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Durango Devo Kids Mountain Bike Program
A youth mountain bike program that gets local kids riding, racing, and loving the sport early.
Community & News
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La Plata County Information
The Economic Development Alliance of La Plata County — a resource for the local business community.
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Durango Community Events
Durango.org, the area’s official tourism site, with a running calendar of local events.
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The Durango Herald
The area’s daily newspaper, covering local news across La Plata County.
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Fort Lewis College
Durango’s four-year public college, on the mesa overlooking downtown.
Food & Local Favorites
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James Ranch Market and Grill
A working family ranch in the Animas Valley with a farm market and an outdoor grill using their own beef and cheese.
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Lola’s Place
A coffee-to-cocktails gathering spot at the Leland House, with tacos, live music, and a dog-friendly patio.
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Leland House
A boutique bed-and-breakfast in downtown Durango, connected to the historic Rochester Hotel.
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Urban Market
A locally owned home goods and gift shop on Main Avenue, open since 2012.
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Sage Farm Fresh Eats
Fast-casual, farm-to-table soups, salads, and grain bowls made with local ingredients.
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Bar-D Chuckwagon
A cowboy supper and live Western music show north of town, running every summer since 1969.
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Zia Taqueria
A build-your-own burrito, taco, and enchilada spot with two Durango locations.
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Primi
An elevated fast-casual Italian spot on Main Avenue — fresh pasta, seasonal salads, and wine by the glass.
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Serious Texas BBQ
Texas-style barbecue that got its start right here in Durango.
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Rocky Mountain Roastery
A Colorado coffee roaster, hand-roasting at high altitude, in Durango since 2014.
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Carver Brewing Co.
A Main Avenue brewpub and restaurant serving house-brewed beer.
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Eolus Bar & Dining
A downtown Durango bar and restaurant.
Home & Move-In Services
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Agave Group
A custom luxury home builder in Durango since 2012.
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Reynolds, Ash and Associates Architect and Design
A Durango architecture and design firm.
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Black Bear Carpet Cleaning
A local carpet and upholstery cleaning service.
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Puro Clean
Property damage restoration for water, fire, and mold cleanup.
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Housemasters Home Inspection
A home inspection franchise serving the Durango and Four Corners area.
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Pace Property Inspections
A local home inspection service covering Southwest Colorado.
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Engineer Mountain Inspection
A local home inspection service, named for the peak west of town.
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Riverview Animal Hospital
A local veterinary clinic.
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Zircon Container Company
Portable storage and shipping containers for moving, construction, and extra space.
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Green Apple Moving
Local movers for residential, commercial, and in-home moves, plus packing and unpacking.
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Trimble Storage
Personal, business, and RV or motorhome storage in Durango.
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Basin Co-op
A member-owned agricultural supply cooperative, open to the public and serving the area since 1952.
Office
Legacy Properties West Sotheby’s
743 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301
Telephone
(970) 759-1892