Animas River
Animas River
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Zoom_Gotti
Henderson, NV1,539 contributions
Aug 2022
This is the second time on my visits here that I've walked along the river. Last time I was south of town coming north, but this time I picked up the trail on 9th street, downtown. Parking is available along this stretch or you can easily walk here from the central city area. It's a nice shady walk following the river as it begins to curve northeast. Some benches along the way and you'll even pass a stairwell which will take you up to the street and a Chinese restaurant. But if you continue following the trail system under the road you'll pass through some developed park areas and, crossing the river, eventually up to 32nd street where you can cross the bridge back to Main Avenue. Ride the trolley back into town from here. Or you can walk it. But it's another 2 miles to return.
Written 29 August 2022
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ShellyD
12 contributions
Jun 2022
Great walking trail along the river. Very easy to walk or bike; all paved. Several parks along the way. Highly recommend.
Written 14 June 2022
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Dr_Xaos
Palatine, IL1,166 contributions
Jun 2022
Passed along the river as we took a walk on the Animas River Trail. The river is clean and beautiful, and it's very peaceful to just watch as the waters move along and over the various rocks and rapids. Landscape around the river is enjoyable as well, since you can see a lot more greenery growing along the banks. We even experienced some of the local wildlife as we casually strolled along the trail.
Written 14 June 2022
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melisagemini
Houston, TX4 contributions
Jun 2022
The Durango Train along the river is amazing ! !
Such pretty water, saw it flow and run down like a waterfall.
Such pretty water, saw it flow and run down like a waterfall.
Written 9 June 2022
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DannyWasserman
Virginia Beach, VA4,241 contributions
Nov 2021
Wonderful river and streams that are able to be watched and seen during the Durango train ride. Nice streaming river with places to stroll and dip your toe in the water. Very clean river with generous trees and landscape to be amazed by.
Written 4 December 2021
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bj s
Santa Fe, NM168 contributions
Aug 2021
We walked by this river every day on our way to downtown. It's gorgeous. You can sign up for a rafting trip which we will do the next time we visit.
Written 24 October 2021
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Stephen W
Atlanta, Georgia, USA131 contributions
Sep 2021
Nice ride along the river with views of the mountains and the train to Silverton. Can stop by fish hatchery and the botanical gardens
Written 14 October 2021
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Darren R
Connecticut355 contributions
Sep 2021
We stopped in the lovely town of Durango after a day out hiking. The town was great. The river trail and the chance to hop in the river and cool off were the best part. We entered the water from a park along the trail a bit south of town. We then watched a kayaker practicing in the white water park, even though water levels were bit low in this (Sep) time of year.
Written 18 September 2021
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Violette54
Payson, AZ4,179 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
We were delighted to find this lovely free public park right on the banks of the Animas River in downtown Durango. There were tables, benches, and green grassy areas for kids to play. Plus the river walk, with a pedestrian bridge is nearby so one can enjoy the river after their picnic.
We ate in our car in the parking area. We had found a nice shady place to park, but the picnic table in that area was filled with a large group of people, many of which were smoking. The drifting smoke forced us away from that spot.
Nevertheless we enjoyed our picnic and then had time to enjoy the river walk and watch kayakers and some individual rafters, as well as a few rafting tours.
We ate in our car in the parking area. We had found a nice shady place to park, but the picnic table in that area was filled with a large group of people, many of which were smoking. The drifting smoke forced us away from that spot.
Nevertheless we enjoyed our picnic and then had time to enjoy the river walk and watch kayakers and some individual rafters, as well as a few rafting tours.
Written 22 July 2021
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Riverbabe60
Lubbock, TX565 contributions
Jun 2021
really enjoyed our white water raft trip it was the first time for my 7 and 4 yr old granddaughters and they absolutely loved it. we will be doing it again
Written 16 July 2021
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TexasBeachlover09
Galveston, TX15 contributions
Which rafting tours for beginners?
Alan M
3 contributions
2 and 4 hour trips.
Is there campgrounds near by?
KevinVreeken
Durango, CO175 contributions
There are tons of campgrounds around the Durango area. None right on the Animas becomes the United Campground.
Anne L
5 contributions
Are there any vacation homes near the river?
dviloria
Fontana, CA27 contributions
While I do not know for sure if there are vacation homes available I highly suspect it. The area is filled with a great deal of natural beauty that certainly would attract folks to offer a vacation home paradise.
triciab2
Greenville, South Carolina13 contributions
Wondering about rafting. I do not want a lot of dangerous rapids. It mentions Class V rapids and I am not looking to do that. please advise. Thanks.
Suzette1421
Gilbert, AZ25 contributions
When the river is really running, there is one rapid that is a class IV - V. We have rafted with children as young as six and my parents who are in their 70s. Never any problem and we have always had a fantastic time!
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- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Animas River:
- Durango Rafting - Family Friendly Raft Trip (From ₹ 6,665.56)
- Durango Family-Friendly 2-Hour Rafting Trip (From ₹ 5,415.76)
- Durango Colorado - Rafting 2.5 Hour (From ₹ 5,415.76)
- Durango Colorado - Rafting 4.5 Hour (From ₹ 6,832.19)
- Durango Rafting - Animas River Adventure Day (From ₹ 15,414.10)
- Hotels near Animas River:
- (0.22 km) Charming Home with Fireplace & Private Washer/Dryer, Close to River & Bike Path
- (0.35 km) EconoLodge Inn & Suites - Durango
- (0.34 km) Downtown Durango-New Custom Timber Frame-the Carriage House
- (1.23 km) Gable House Bed and Breakfast
- (1.29 km) The Rochester Hotel
- Restaurants near Animas River:
- (0.19 km) Wendy's
- (0.31 km) Animas Brewing Company
- (0.31 km) Cuevas Tacos
- (0.37 km) China Cafe
- (1.30 km) Derailed Pour House