Nestled
in the Animas River Valley and surrounded by two million acres of the
San Juan National Forest, Durango is a gem in the rough located in La
Plata County in the southwestern corner of Colorado. Here the majestic
Rocky Mountains meet the serene desert of the Four Corners region where
Utah, New Mexico, Arizona and Colorado converge. Nature creates a playground
of pine forests, aspen groves, lakes, streams and spectacular views
around Durango.
Elevation - 6,512 feet above sea level.
Climate Transition zone between desert and semi- arid. Daytime
temps in the 70's and 80's, night time lows in the 40's. (summer)
Population:
Approximately 14,500 in Durango.
Approximately 42,000 in La Plata County.
National Forest - San Juan
Mountain Range - San Juan Mountains
Our mountain scenery and excellent quality of life make it a great place
to visit or relocate.
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