Living In Durango Colorado - A guide by Durango Vacations

Durango Colorado Relocation

Durango, Colorado is a communnity of about 15,000 people nestled in the Animas River Valley in Southwest Colorado. The town is the center of La Plata County, home to approximately 50,000 people.

While the surrounding area is remote, wild, and rural, Durango has the character of a much larger town with its multitude of art galleries, fine dining establishments, great shops, and of course, Fort Lewis College, sitting on the mesa above town. Fort Lewis is a vital part of the community, home to nearly 4,000 students in session. There is a fantastic concert hall which has great acoustics and offers the town of Durango a great venue for seeing larger national acts.

There are two National Historic Districts which is home to beautiful Victorian homes and tree lined 3rd avenue and the beautiful victorian era Downtown. Downtown Durango is rich in Wild West history and still retains the Western charm which brought the first settlers to this area over 100 years ago. It is the center for many great events and local celebrations.

The weather in Durango is very pleasant, with over 300 sunny days a year! While there are warm days all year, the town has four distinct seasons.

	Fort Lewis College Colorado's Public Liberal Arts College Fort Lewis College is a four-year, state-assisted, undergraduate institution that offers quality baccalaureate degree programs in the arts and sciences and in the professional areas of education and business. The College has an enduring commitment to develop and maintain its programs at a level equal to those of other outstanding undergraduate institutions in the nation. Fort Lewis College has an approximate enrollment of 4,000 students and it's student to professor ration is among the lowest in the nation.
	The Wells Group Realestate Brokerage You know us, We know Durango Durango's Largest and most experienced Realestate brokerages. The Wells Group has specialists with expertise in every area of realestate sales. The Wells Group is proud to be named "2000 Business of the Year" by Durango Area Chamber Resort Association. 970-259-6680 or 1-800-955-0259
	The Durango Herald Durango The Durango Herald is a Locally owned and operated newspaper serving the Durango Area since 1881. Follow this link to find local issues, weather and local color.
	Mercy Regional Medical Center Caring for our community since 1882 Southwest Colorado’s newest, largest, and most technologically advanced medical facility. Continuing the legacy of care that began in 1882 when the Sisters of Mercy opened Durango’s first hospital, Mercy Regional is a 212,000 square foot, full service, acute care hospital designated as a Level III trauma center. As a not-for-profit medical center, Mercy is committed to improving the health and wellness of the communities it serves and the individuals who receive care at the hospital. Read more...
	Durango School District 9-R Durango School District 9-R Durango School District 9-R is the largest public school district in Southwest Colorado. Located in the scenic Animas, Florida, and La Plata river valleys, it's flanked by 14,000-foot mountain peaks to the north and sage-covered deserts to the south. Seven elementary schools, two middle schools, a charter school, and a high school provide 5,000 students a high quality education based on high performance standards. Its programs, staff, and students have been recognized throughout the state and nation.
	First National Bank Real people, real solutions First National Bank of Durango has been independently owned and operated as a community bank since 1882. First National is a strong community bank that has all of the services you would expect from a large bank. Their online banking is extremely convenient and easy to use and they have several convenient locations in Durango and Bayfield. At the First National Bank of Durango, they understand that financial issues are some of the most personal and emotional that you will face. Their staff will help you feel like part of a family and treat every transaction with care. They take pride in building relationships with their clients and the community. The First National Bank is the bank you should choose if you decide to become a Durango Resident.
	KSUT KSUT - National Public Radio KSUT Public Radio is in its 29th broadcast year and has over 40,000 listeners around the region. KSUT provides two radio stations: Southern Ute Tribal Radio 91.3 FM serving the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and the communities of Ignacio and Bayfield with Native American and local programming; and Four Corners Public Radio serving 14 different communities from Durango, Colorado to Gallup, New Mexico with national, local and international news, an eclectic music mix and cultural programming. We encourage you to become a member.
	Durango Recreation Center Durango Recreation Center The Durango Community Recreation Center is a spectacular 71,557 square foot facility, which occupies 3.97 acres of a 6.83-acre leased site from La Plata County. The building was designed to incorporate the historical features of the Fairgrounds by using the old grandstand stones, which have been a monument to the site for many years. The Center's design complements the character of Durango and the Four Corners area. Amenities include: Aquatics Area Lap Pool Leisure Pool Hot Tub Locker Rooms Fitness Area Aerobics/Dance Room Gymnasium Indoor Track Climbing Wall Racquetball Courts Café and Vending Youth Games Babysitting Room Perins Conference Room Ample Parking
No Photo Available	KDUR Fort Lewis College Community Radio