Turtle Lake Travel Guide
Durango
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Popular places to visit
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
You can browse the exhibits at Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durango. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
Purgatory Resort
Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.
Animas River Trail
You can take time to visit Animas River Trail during your travels to Durango. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Fort Lewis College
Explore the campus of Fort Lewis College during your visit to Durango. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Cliffs at Tamarron
Play a round of golf at Cliffs at Tamarron and enjoy other activities in Durango such as skiing. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Durango Hot Springs Spa
You can take time to visit Durango Hot Springs Spa during your travels to Trimble.
Top hotels in Turtle Lake
Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
"Just to have a little more careful about the hallways"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
"Beautiful property, clean and very friendly staff!!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Historic Strater Hotel
"We loved the history of the hotel. It felt like we went back in time. An awesome experience and we will stay again the next time we are in Durango."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Durango Downtown by IHG
"Staff was courteous and helpful. We will stay here again."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
"Clean Room, Wife liked the morning coffee at the continental breakfast."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The General Palmer Hotel
"First time to Durango, wanted somewhere with character and central. This is it. I didn't look in the new wing, but I can see why other reviews say to stay only in the old hotel - the rooms are small and a bit odd, and I myself wouldn't stay in the ones without windows, but there's oodles of character, ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Turtle Lake
North Main District
If you're spending some time in North Main District, Animas River and Durango Community Recreation Center are top sights worth seeing.
Sky Ridge
While Sky Ridge may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas River.
Historic Downtown Durango
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Durango. A stop by Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or Animas River Trail might round out your trip.
Animas River District
While visiting Animas River District, you might make a stop by sights like Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Animas River Trail.
Dalton Ranch
If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Durango Hills
Durango Hills might not have many top sights, but Hillcrest Golf Club and Animas Mountain Trailhead are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
