Parks & Recreation

Parks & Recreation News and Events

Community Meeting on the Fire Adapted Durango Partnership mitigation plan for Durango's wildland-urban interface zone (WUI) is on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at the Durango Community Recreation Center, 2700 Main Avenue.
Parks, Open Space, Trails and Recreation Master Plan update website and the Draft Master Plan document
See the Presentation on the Draft POST&R Master Plan at the 7-22-19 Community Meeting
Animas River Trail North Extension and Oxbow Park River Access - project information
Chapman Hill Rink is Open for Roller Season! see schedule
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) ARTICLE ON DURANGO: The Spirit of Durango: One Town's Conservation & Recreation Values, March 19, 2019
Parks and Recreation Department 2018 Annual Report
Local River Outfitter Information
Lake Nighthorse hours of operation and other information
Sky-Raider Trail Proposal information and Map on Current Projects webpage
Cundiff Park & Santa Rita Park Planning & Design visit: Current Projects
Durango Mesa Area Plan
Future Parks and Recreation Projects

Mission

The mission is to promote and provide a full range of parks, trails, natural lands, recreational facilities, programs and amenities that enrich the quality of life for all residents and visitors. These services shall enhance the health and well-being of those we serve in a financially responsible and environmentally sustainable manner.

Vision

The vision is to promote and establish Durango as a leading community with a focus on health, wellness, vitality, safe access to amenities and an exceptional quality lifestyle.