La Plata Canyon Jeep Tours from Durango

Overview

Discover Jeep tours that provide beautiful scenery, seasonal wildflowers and wildlife spotting. Explore the beauty of La Plata Canyon as you travel through pines and past cascading creeks above treeline to over 12,000 feet with views of majestic peaks in every direction.

City: Durango

Mon 21 Oct

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Starting at $107.91

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Mon 21 Oct

Starting at $107.91

Make a reservation

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What's Included

knowledgeable guide

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You must bring your own car seats for children who require them. CO Car Seat Law states that children up to 8 years old must be in an appropriate car seat.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in for the tour!
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

What To Expect

Mild to Wild Rafting and Jeep Tours

Discover the spectacular La Plata Canyon (20 minutes West of Durango) and its beautiful U formation created by glaciers on one of our Colorado jeep tours. Several small waterfalls and cascading rivers follow the rugged jeep trails in the springtime along with lots of wildlife such as marmots, mule deer, elk herds, juncos, kingfishers, turkey vultures, red-tailed hawks and bald eagles. On our guided jeep tours you will see numerous wildflowers, high-alpine meadows, and avalanche gullies. Following the La Plata River (meaning “Silver” in Spanish) to La Plata City, an old mining town established in 1875, you’ll discover the remnants of old mining claims. These include a tall intact chimney left from the crew quarters, the framework of old cabins, and tailing piles from actual mining areas. Then, you’ll continue to the peak of Kennebec Pass at 12,000 feet above sea level (also above tree-line).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (167)

Shelly T

Jun 2022

The views were spectacular. Our guide, Daniel, was very knowledgeable about all of the flora and fauna and the animal life in the area. He made it fun without too much of the bumpiness. I think we only lost 1 kidney up on the mountain. : ) There were stops along the way where we could stretch our legs and take pictures. It was a fun and informative way to spend a morning. Thank you Daniel!!

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring La Plata Canyon with Daniel! — And glad to know you've still got the other kidney in tact ;)

Fatslapper24

Jun 2022

It's a bumpy road, but a lot of fun. Get a great view from 14,000ft without the hike! A knowledgeable guide makes all the difference..

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy to hear that you had a great time off roading in La Plata canyon with us!

jamestR7313FA

Jun 2022

Besides the view, our guide, Daniel, shared his knowledge of plant life. He also participated in the banter (good natured kidding) with all of the passengers. It helped take our minds off of the cold and bumpy trail, which he had no control over. Thank you, Daniel.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Than you so much for your review! We're so glad that you had a good time on your Jeep tour with Daniel, despite the chilly weather in La Plata as of late!