Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Recent updates:

What the mandatory Safer La Plata order means for Durango residents:

  • City of Durango open space, parks and trails are NOT CLOSED.
  • Residents are encouraged to continue hiking, biking, and running, however, you must maintain the legally-mandated safe distance of six feet or more from others while participating in outdoor recreation.  
  • Playgrounds, picnic areas, and other similar public gathering areas are CLOSED.
  • The skate park is OPEN.
  • Lake Nighthorse is OPEN.
  • School District 9R playgrounds are CLOSED.
  • Fort Lewis College recreational facilities including Durango Softball Complex, Smith Sports Complex, the tennis courts, frisbee golf course, and Rim Trail are OPEN.
  • Critical business for the the City of Durango includes:  

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