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.