Durango, Colorado Best Kept Secret This may not be for those inclined to sea-sickness or those afraid of heights, but the most exhilarating and least known adventure in Durango is a sailplane ride. The dry air here regularly allows for spectacular vistas of the San Juan Mountains, the Animas River, and other scenery in every direction for 100 miles! The airport is just a few minutes from downtown, and the Durango Soaring Club has been giving flights for years with a perfect safety record. The wind has a tendency to pick up during the day and may prevent flights, so plan to get to the airport early in the morning.