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Box Canyon Falls is where Canyon Creek cascades 85 feet into a narrow quartzite canyon surrounded by 100-foot walls. This developed park offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and a visitor center, which operates seasonally, closing in November. The park is also a significant bird area, recognized by the National Audubon Society for hosting Black Swifts, the largest swifts in North America, which migrate from Brazil each summer. Keep in mind that dogs are not allowed in the park.

Lower Cascade Falls is one of seven waterfalls in Cascade Creek and is easily accessible from the parking area. Hikers can get close enough to feel the spray of water. For those seeking more adventure, the Upper Cascade Falls can be reached via a steeper trail leading to the Chief Ouray Mine, but it's recommended only for experienced hikers. Take time to relax by the creek and enjoy the falls.

There is a little parking area for the Hermosa Creek Trail system, which is quite extensive. And if you want to stay overnigt: The is a beautiful campground next to the trailhead, the Lower Hermosa Campground. It does not get much more convenient than this!

Hermosa Creek Trailhead and Jones Creek Trailhead are located just next to each other, with two separate trails that take you into or along the edge of Hermosa Creek Wilderness. At Jones Creek Trailhead, you will find a primitive campground and pit toilets.

Silverton sits at an elevation of 9,318 feet and holds the distinction of being a National Historic Landmark, forming an integral part of the San Juan Skyway. It is nestled in the Animas River Valley and is encircled by rugged peaks, providing a panoramic backdrop to the town. Additionally, it serves as a popular summer destination for the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

You climb around 1500 feet over 3 miles to the summit from the trailhead. The peak sticks out above the trees, and you get fantastic views over Durango and the snake-like Animas River. Doing the trail clockwise gets the steeper portion out of the way first and leaves you a slightly easier descent.

Hermosa Creek Trailhead and Jones Creek Trailhead are located just next to each other, with two seperate trails that take you into or along the edge of Hermosa Creek Wilderness. At Jones Creek Trailhead, you will find a primitive campground and pit toilets.

The Animas City Mountain is a popular destination just north of Downtown Durango. Around five miles of hiking trails offer stunning views over the Durango area and the Hermosa, Falls Creek and Animas Valleys. You can take a stroll here on a nice Sunday or just hike after work. The highest point is at 8,169 feet. The upper part of the mountain might be closed during elk calving season.