Turtle Lake Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

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.

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Purgatory Ski Area showing snow, a luxury hotel or resort and mountains

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.

Purgatory Resort

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.

Fort Lewis College

Mercy Regional Medical Center

If Mercy Regional Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Durango.

Mercy Regional Medical Center

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.

Cliffs at Tamarron

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.

Animas River Trail

Activities

Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

AU$26
per traveller
Million Dollar Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour, Waterfall's & Ghost Town ~ Half Day - 4 Hours

La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour, Waterfall's & Views ~ Half Day

AU$195
per adult
La Plata Canyon Jeep Tour, Waterfall's & Views ~ Half Day
Durango Half Day Jeep Tour - La Plata Canyon

Durango Half Day Jeep Tour - La Plata Canyon

AU$196
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durango Half Day Jeep Tour - La Plata Canyon
Durango 1/4 Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River

Durango 1/4 Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River

AU$114
per adult
Durango 1/4 Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River
Durango: Round-Trip Train Ticket to Silverton

Durango: Round-Trip Train Ticket to Silverton

AU$452
per adult
Durango: Round-Trip Train Ticket to Silverton
Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations

Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations

AU$451
per traveller
Durango: Off-Road Jeep Rental with Maps and Recommendations
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Our pick of the best Turtle Lake Hotel Deals

Comfort Inn & Suites Durango

Comfort Inn & Suites Durango

2.5 out of 5
455 S Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
The price is AU$176 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$176
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,094 reviews)
"Super clean room with a very comfortable bed, and an awesome shower. Very quiet with no noise heard from other rooms."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Durango
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

2.5 out of 5
400 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO
The price is AU$218 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$218
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"Very nice & clean rooms. Good breakfast."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Adventure Inn Durango

Adventure Inn Durango

3 out of 5
3515 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
The price is AU$156 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$156
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
"Room was very nice. Spacious, clean and well appointed. The bathroom left. Lot to be desired. The shower felt old and the shower curtain could have used a washing. The toilet seemed toddler sized it was so small and low to the ground."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Adventure Inn Durango
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Durango

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Durango

2 out of 5
2002 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
The price is AU$134 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$134
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Durango. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,031 reviews)
"Restaurant next door was excellent, clean room and great location for our needs."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Durango
The Junction Hotel and Hostel

The Junction Hotel and Hostel

2.5 out of 5
2202 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
Stay at this motel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (335 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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The Junction Hotel and Hostel
DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

4 out of 5
501 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$293 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$293
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Durango. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"One of the reasons I picked this property was for the electric car charging station. Unfortunately, the charger was broke. There is another charger near by thankfully. Everything else was fantastic."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Durango
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Other neighbourhoods around Turtle Lake

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North Main District

If you're spending some time in North Main District, Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River are top sights worth seeing.

North Main District
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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 Durango Community Recreation Center.

Sky Ridge
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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.

Animas River District
Durango - Purgatory which includes street scenes, night scenes and a city

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.

Historic Downtown Durango
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Dalton Ranch

If you're spending some time in Dalton Ranch, Animas River and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Dalton Ranch
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Durango Hills

Durango Hills might not have many top sights, but Animas Mountain Trailhead and Dalton Ranch Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Durango Hills

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