Connect to What Moves You

Rooted in Community. Driven by Adventure.

Overlooking Durango, Colorado, where the high desert rises toward the La Plata Mountains, an open mesa stands ready, wide and weathered and full of possibility. Once shaped by mining and extraction, this land is being transformed into a place for all. A gift to the community, Durango Mesa Park is built with local voices and shared care for the land. It brings people together, restores the landscape, and supports outdoor recreation and connection, where nature and culture meet and adventure takes hold.

  • Three people riding mountain bikes on a dirt trail surrounded by green shrubs and trees, with hills and mountains in the background under a blue sky.
  • A large crowd of people gathered outdoors in front of a mountain landscape backdrop under a clear blue sky, some wearing helmets and casual clothing, possibly attending an event or race.
  • A band of five musicians performing outdoors under a tent. One woman is singing into a microphone while playing a violin, another woman is playing a double bass, and three men are playing guitars. There are various microphones, amps, and equipment on the stage, with a field and some people in the background.
  • Two men riding horses in a mountainous landscape on a sunny day. One man is wearing a checkered shirt and sunglasses, on a gray horse. The other is wearing a blue shirt and cap, on a brown horse. There are rocks and green shrubs in the background with mountains and blue sky.

Explore What’s Open. Imagine What’s Ahead.

Explore What’s Open. Imagine What’s Ahead.

Today, Durango Mesa Park invites exploration. Miles of mountain biking and hiking trails wind across the mesa, offering options for all ages and abilities, including accessible routes and places to pause, gather, and take in the scenic views. The park is partially open for hiking and biking, with more access and amenities on the horizon. Vehicular access and the park’s grand opening are planned for 2027.

Plan Your Adventure

Find everything you need to explore your mesa, including access details, trail information, and maps to guide your ride or hike. 

Dirt path in dry landscape with sparse desert vegetation in the foreground, green trees on rolling hills in midground, and snow-capped mountains with a clear blue sky in the background.

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Coming Soon

More trails, new bike park features, equestrian routes, a dog park and walking area, and more places to gather begin taking shape across your mesa.

A woman wearing sunglasses and a cap is holding a large pair of novelty scissors, appearing to be about to cut a ribbon or cord. In the background, there are several people, some wearing helmets and casual outdoor clothing, standing outdoors on a dirt area with hills and trees behind them. A map or informational display and a bicycle are also visible.

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The Future of Your Mesa

Durango Mesa Park is transforming into southwest Colorado's top outdoor destination. Click here to learn what’s planned for 2028 and beyond. 

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