Durango Golf Trip Planning Guide
Durango blends the rugged beauty of the San Juan Mountains with a thriving downtown of breweries, restaurants, and shops along Main Avenue. The Durango & Silverton narrow-gauge railroad, world-class rafting on the Animas River, and three distinct golf experiences make this a TDF destination that punches way above its weight.
Quick Facts
Summer, Fall
DRO (15 min drive)
$49–$250
$400/night
1 of 3
~$368/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Durango. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Glacier Club — mountain, $150–$250 · 4.7★
Ultra-private club with limited resort access; 9,000-foot elevation with jaw-dropping San Juan views and immaculate conditioning
Ore House — steakhouse, $$$ · 4.4★
Durango's legendary steakhouse since 1972; prime rib, big groups welcome, and a bar that gets rowdy
El Rancho Tavern — dive · Open late
Durango's original dive bar; cheap drinks, pool tables, and zero pretension since the 1940s
Day 2
Dalton Ranch Golf Club — mountain, $85–$139 · 4.5★
Ken Dye design carved along the Animas River valley with red-rock cliffs and mountain views; best public course in southwest Colorado
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad — full day, $100–$200/pp
Historic steam train through the San Juan Mountains to the old mining town of Silverton; an absolute bucket-list experience
El Moro Spirits & Tavern — farm to-table, $$$ · 4.6★
Craft cocktails and elevated bar food in a beautifully restored historic building on Main Ave
Diamond Belle Saloon — saloon
Ragtime piano, Victorian decor, and strong drinks in the historic Strater Hotel; a must-visit
Day 3
Hillcrest Golf Club — mountain, $49–$75 · 4.3★
Classic muni perched above town at Fort Lewis College; cheap, walkable, and stunning panoramic views
Animas River Rafting — half day, $50–$95/pp
Class II-III rapids right through downtown Durango; fun, accessible, and you can walk to lunch after
Steamworks Brewing Company — brewpub, $$ · 4.5★
Award-winning brewery with a massive space; nachos the size of your head and excellent pale ales
Ska Brewing Tasting Room — brewpub
Iconic Durango brewery with a fun tasting room; Modus Hoperandi is a classic
Course-by-Course Guide
Durango has 3 courses worth playing, including 1 bucket-list tier layout. 1 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Where to Stay
Durango has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $400/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$500–$1500 /night
North Durango / Animas Valley
$400–$1200 /night
Vallecito Lake / Lemon Reservoir area
Group Dining Guide
4 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
Ore House
$$$Durango's legendary steakhouse since 1972; prime rib, big groups welcome, and a bar that gets rowdy
El Moro Spirits & Tavern
$$$Craft cocktails and elevated bar food in a beautifully restored historic building on Main Ave
Steamworks Brewing Company
$$Award-winning brewery with a massive space; nachos the size of your head and excellent pale ales
Ken & Sue's
$$$Creative American cuisine and a patio on Main Ave; the pan-seared trout is a must
Nightlife
4 bars curated for groups. 2 stay open past midnight.
El Rancho Tavern
Late nightDurango's original dive bar; cheap drinks, pool tables, and zero pretension since the 1940s
Diamond Belle Saloon
Ragtime piano, Victorian decor, and strong drinks in the historic Strater Hotel; a must-visit
Ska Brewing Tasting Room
Iconic Durango brewery with a fun tasting room; Modus Hoperandi is a classic
The Office Spiritorium
Late nightSpeakeasy-style cocktail bar above Main Ave; creative drinks and a sophisticated vibe
Activities Beyond Golf
4 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Historic steam train through the San Juan Mountains to the old mining town of Silverton; an absolute bucket-list experience
Animas River Rafting
Class II-III rapids right through downtown Durango; fun, accessible, and you can walk to lunch after
ATV San Juan Mountain Tour
Ride through old mining roads above 10,000 feet with views of Engineer Pass and the San Juans
Fly Fishing the Animas
Gold Medal trout waters on the Animas River with guided wade trips steps from downtown
Getting There
Fly into Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) — it's a 15-minute drive to Durango. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Durango Transportation and Buck Horn Limousine). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.