22 Activities
⚡️ Colorado Springs – Durango: Dramatic Mountain Drives, Hiking and Hot Springs
Starts from
Colorado Springs
Transportation
Electric Car
CO2 Savings
179 lb
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
22
Duration
3 days
Length
337 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Colorado Springs
Transportation
Electric Car
CO2 Savings
179 lb
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
3 days
Length
337 mi
Darcy Tuscano
Travel Expert
- Get wet and wild at Hippy Hotsprings.
- Take a stroll alongside the Rio Grande.
- Hike to historic Chimney Rocks State Park.
- Explore the street art scene in Pueblo.
- Feast on authentic Mexican food.
This route includes CCS charging stations. For Tesla Superchargers, follow this link.
It's a long, but spectacular drive from Colorado Springs to Durango and this route will have you often pulling off to the side of the road to capture the perfect scenery all around you.
From quirky art and a funky scene in Pueblo to the wild west and best-of-the-outdoors Durango this route has you covered. You'll visit nature preserves, mountain trails and discover archeological formations along the way while you explore these mountain roads.
All that hiking will leave you with a big appetite but don't worry, I've scouted out the best food options around. Of course, there are convenient charging stations so you never have to worry about your electric vehicle.
While this route can be done year-round, the sites are best seen from late spring to early autumn. Always check weather conditions before setting out and be prepared for fast-moving mountain storms.
It's a long, but spectacular drive from Colorado Springs to Durango and this route will have you often pulling off to the side of the road to capture the perfect scenery all around you.
From quirky art and a funky scene in Pueblo to the wild west and best-of-the-outdoors Durango this route has you covered. You'll visit nature preserves, mountain trails and discover archeological formations along the way while you explore these mountain roads.
All that hiking will leave you with a big appetite but don't worry, I've scouted out the best food options around. Of course, there are convenient charging stations so you never have to worry about your electric vehicle.
While this route can be done year-round, the sites are best seen from late spring to early autumn. Always check weather conditions before setting out and be prepared for fast-moving mountain storms.
This route includes CCS charging stations. For Tesla Superchargers, follow this link.
It's a long, but spectacular drive from Colorado Springs to Durango and this route will have you often pulling off to the side of the road to capture the perfect scenery all around you.
From quirky art and a funky scene in Pueblo to the wild west and best-of-the-outdoors Durango this route has you covered. You'll visit nature preserves, mountain trails and discover archeological formations along the way while you explore these mountain roads.
All that hiking will leave you with a big appetite but don't worry, I've scouted out the best food options around. Of course, there are convenient charging stations so you never have to worry about your electric vehicle.
While this route can be done year-round, the sites are best seen from late spring to early autumn. Always check weather conditions before setting out and be prepared for fast-moving mountain storms.
It's a long, but spectacular drive from Colorado Springs to Durango and this route will have you often pulling off to the side of the road to capture the perfect scenery all around you.
From quirky art and a funky scene in Pueblo to the wild west and best-of-the-outdoors Durango this route has you covered. You'll visit nature preserves, mountain trails and discover archeological formations along the way while you explore these mountain roads.
All that hiking will leave you with a big appetite but don't worry, I've scouted out the best food options around. Of course, there are convenient charging stations so you never have to worry about your electric vehicle.
While this route can be done year-round, the sites are best seen from late spring to early autumn. Always check weather conditions before setting out and be prepared for fast-moving mountain storms.
Darcy Tuscano
Travel Expert
- Get wet and wild at Hippy Hotsprings.
- Take a stroll alongside the Rio Grande.
- Hike to historic Chimney Rocks State Park.
- Explore the street art scene in Pueblo.
- Feast on authentic Mexican food.
Travel itinerary
10 Activities
Day 1
169 mi2 mi
The Wild West of Colorado
The spirit of miners and mountaineers will be felt today as you head south of Colorado Springs on your way to Durango. This part of the state is sparse and there's a lot of driving, but you'll be blessed with amazing scenery everywhere along the way.
With stops for nature walks, art appreciation, delicious food and native culture, it's going to be a jam-packed day.
There's a lot of ground to cover so make sure your car battery is fully charged as you set off today.
16:30
11 Activities
Day 2
168 mi0.9 mi
Mountain Hikes, Hot Springs and Stunning Vistas
Colorado is all about exploring the great outdoors that surrounds you and today you'll be able to get high (with your feet!) in those mountains that seem to surround you everywhere in this state.
So put on your hiking shoes, make sure your car battery is fully charged and you're ready for adventure because there's a lot to see on the way to Durango.
Make sure you've got some water bottles and a snack packed for your hike later and also a towel and change of clothes in case you decide to take a dip in the hot springs at Pagosa.
21:30
1 Activity
Day 3
0.5 mi
A Day in Durango
This is a day to relax and enjoy the great outdoors that makes Durango so special.
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