The best parks & outdoor spots in Durango

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Oxbow Park and Preserve

Parks & Outdoors

Whether you need a quiet lap along the Animas or a sandy-toes kind of afternoon, Oxbow Park and Preserve delivers river access, mellow…

500 Animas View Dr

“Whether you need a quiet lap along the Animas or a sandy-toes kind of afternoon, Oxbow Park and Preserve delivers river access, mellow trails, picnic nooks, and legit birdwatching in a protected slice of north Durango. Pack a snack, watch the water, maybe spot a heron or cast a line.”

From the Durango newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Animas City Park

Parks & Outdoors

Small riverside park with a playground, picnic tables & a paved recreation trail.

E 32nd St

“Small riverside park with a playground, picnic tables & a paved recreation trail.”

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Santa Rita Park

Parks & Outdoors

Community park offering a playground, picnic areas, volleyball and basketball courts, and a boat ramp.

111 S Camino Del Rio

“Community park offering a playground, picnic areas, volleyball and basketball courts, and a boat ramp.”

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