Parks & Recreation

Parks & Recreation News and Events

Chapman Ski Hill will OPEN Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm!
The Lap Pool will be CLOSED Saturday, December 14th at 11:00am for a Swim Meet and will re-open Monday, December 16th.
E-bikes on Natural Surface Trails Community Process and information here.
The Animas River Trail North Extension and the Oxbow Park River Access are CLOSED to public access. For project updates visit the - project information page here
Parks, Open Space, Trails and Recreation Master Plan update website and the Draft Master Plan document
Lake Nighthorse Accessible Fishing Area Improvements: illustration of improvements here.
Fire Adapted Durango Partnership mitigation plan for Durango's wildland-urban interface zone (WUI) information here: View the Fire Adapted Durango Partnership Presentation here. Access website links to Fire Adapted Durango Partnership organizations here.
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
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.