Durango North / Riverside KOA

The Great Outdoors

Figuring out where to go when you pick up your camper rental near Durango? It should be easy, as there are numerous, parks, recreation spots, and natural landmarks in this enchanting corner of Colorado. Navajo State Park can be found by heading south of Durango towards the shared border with New Mexico. This breathtaking lakefront park is home to the Navajo Reservoir which dips over the state line residing in two states. There are over 150 miles of shoreline surrounding the lake, ideal for swimming, fishing, boating, paddle boarding, canoeing, kayaking, and a whole lot more. With lots of nature trails and camping sites, when you rent an RV near Durango/North Riverside KOA, you’ll find this location absolutely ideal.San Juan National Forest is a massive presence north of town, encompassing close to two million acres of pristine land. It's worth setting aside some time to explore this magical place, known for having some of the most massive mountain peaks in the state of Colorado. Thousands of miles of trails, three wilderness areas, and dozens of places to camp out make it a safe bet for your Colorado trip. Not far from town in the opposite direction is Canyon of the Ancients National Monument, dotted with fascinating ruins left behind by people a long time ago. There are nearly 6,000 historical sites belonging to the Pueblo people in this one corner of the state, including towers, villages, brick ruins, and burial grounds.Mesa Verde National Park has some of the most intact and impressive ruins in the world. The iconic cliff dwellings etched into the side of the canyon are impressive to see in photographs, but nothing compares to climbing around these amazing structures in person. The Long House and the Cliff Palace are just a few of the many buildings that you can see when you bring your campervan rental for a visit to this treasured piece of history. In case you are hungry or need a place to spend the night, there are cafes and campgrounds available in the park.

Exploring the City

The Durango North/Riverside KOA is located just outside of town to the north of Durango, in the San Juan National Forest. Heading into Durango is a great idea if you want to see some cool museums, eat some delicious food, or purchase supplies. The historic downtown area is teeming with activity, with a constant stream of visitors pouring into town to shop, eat, and stay.The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum celebrates the important legacy of the railroads in places like Colorado. This industry helped shape the formation of the country, taming the wild frontiers and making them accessible. This legacy is covered in great detail when you visit its charming museum, but there is more to do than take informative tours. You can ride the historic, refurbished train and see what pioneers and people in the Old West once saw when riding the rails through the scenic countryside over a century ago. The Durango Fish Hatchery & Wildlife Museum preserves and protects native species to the area while informing the general public about the amazing native critters that call Colorado home.