Day: July 12, 2023

Ways To Stay Cool This Summer!Ways To Stay Cool This Summer!

It is hot out! Here are some great ways to fight the heat and stay cool this summer:

Lake Nighthorse – 2 miles southwest of Durango. $10 daily pass. Swimming, fishing, hiking, boating, and there is an inflatable course as well. 

Jackson Lake – Mancos State Park $10 daily pass. Boating, fishing. Camping. Biking. No swimming.

McPhee Reservoir – Outside of Dolores. Camping, fishing, boating, biking, hiking, and cliff jumping. FREE except for camping. Second largest lake in Colorado!

Dolores River – FREE. There are beach areas that are perfect for families. Swim, paddle board, kayak. 

Cortez Outdoor Pool – $3 youth, $5 adult. Open Swim 1-4:50 pm every day. 

Durango Rec Center – $6 youth, $7.50 adult. Climbing wall, gym, pool, outdoor splash pad, water slide, and racquetball courts. 

Durango Hot Springs – Youth $15, Adult $39. 32 natural hot springs mineral pools. Swimming pool, cold plunges, and more. 9am-10pm daily.