Parks & Recreation

Parks & Recreation News and Events

Lake Nighthorse is OPEN to the general public. For more information on Lake Nighthorse, click here
ALL TENNIS COURTS ARE NOW OPEN! For status of court conditions and closures, please see City of Durango tennis courts information here
Chapman Hill Rink Facility is currently CLOSED! Staff is transitioning the rink to roller skating for summer.
Durango Mountain Melee Lacrosse Tournament, May 18 - 19, 2019 information here
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) ARTICLE ON DURANGO: The Spirit of Durango: One Town's Conservation & Recreation Values, March 19, 2019
Spring is in the air! View Tree Pruning Tips Here!
Animas River Trail North Extension and Oxbow Park River Access project information here
Sky-Raider Trail Proposal information and Map on Current Projects webpage
Cundiff Park & Santa Rita Park Planning & Design project information see our Current Projects Page
Durango Mesa Area Plan final
Parks, Open Space, Trails and Recreation Master Plan update website
Future Parks and Recreation Projects
San Juan Mountains Association Teen Two Day/Three Night Backpack Trip, June 11 - 13. See page 30 in the 2019 Spring Summer Enrichment Guide for more details. Already signed up? Here are the forms you need: SJMA Backpacking Supply List and SJMA Backpacking Intake Form.

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.