La Plata Canyon Jeep Tours from Durango

Overview

Our Durango Jeep tour travels up La Plata Canyon, a rugged ravine nestled in an alpine paradise.

Here in this glacially sculpted landscape, you’ll find waterfalls cascading into the canyon, hallways of glimmering aspens, countless wildflowers, wildlife scurrying between the meadows, and panoramic views of Colorado's most beautiful Rocky Mountains. Like we said, paradise!

Our fun-loving and experienced guides are Durango locals, who know this canyon's rich history and ecology like nobody else. While other outfitters tend to let the scenery do all the work for them, our guides give you a wealth of insight about what makes this area incredibly special. They're also talented drivers who will get you up this rutted trail without a hitch.

Most people don't want to take their own vehicles up this old mining route, and our open-air Jeeps are customized for a smoother ride— although it will still be bumpy about half way through. It's all a part of the fun!

City: Durango

Mon 19 May

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Starting at $129.71

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Mon 19 May

Starting at $129.71

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What's Included

Scavenger Hunt for Kids

Water

Granola Bars

Blankets

Ponchos

Knowledgeable guides

Customized, Open-Air Jeep

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!

What To Expect

Mild to Wild Rafting and Jeep Tours

Meet us at our Durango Office in the morning or afternoon for a 4-hour excursion up the ruggedly beautiful wilderness of La Plata Canyon, just 20 minutes from town. The trail starts off smooth and slowly transitions into a rubbled road about half up the canyon. Get ready to rock around and get to know the person next to you! As we make our way up the mountain, we'll stop to check out some waterfalls, meadows, and old remnants from Colorado's wild mining era. On the way up, keep your eyes peeled for deer, marmot, fox, birds of prey— and if you’re lucky, a moose or bear! Once we've reached the top of the canyon, we'll take some time to enjoy a spectacular view of the San Juan Mountains, Colorado's most beloved Rockies! From late June to early August, this is the perfect off-roading trail for wildflowers. In late September to early October, the large aspen groves make for amazing fall colors

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (239)

John M

May 2018

I didn't really expect to have as much fun as my wife and I had when we took this tour. We showed up, and were the only ones on the tour, so it was just us, and our guide Dave. We set off on the tour in the open air jeep, barreling down the highway to the La Plata canyon. I had forgotten how fun it was to ride in the open air, wind blowing in your face! Once we hit the canyon, we were just blown away with the natural beauty of the canyon. Be advised, the roads get increasingly rough the higher into the canyon you go- tighten your seatbelts! The ride takes you above 12,000 feet, so bring a jacket! The views were simply outstanding- you get beautiful views of the Needles, and Engineer mountain. Dave was an outstanding guide, very engaging and knowledgeable of the area. Well done, Dave! We didn't quite make it to the highest point of the tour, as there was still too much snow on the ground, and as a result we had to back down the trail about 3/4 mile so he could turn around. It was a beautiful, exciting tour, and worth every penny. Thank you for taking such good care of us. It was a high point of our trip. Notes- Bring water and snacks- Dave had some of both, not sure if that is standard or not. He also had extra jackets, but it doesn't hurt to bring your own. Go to the bathroom when you hit the canyon- it'll be 3 hours before you have another chance!

Response from Host

May 2018

Oh my gosh! Thanks so much for the amazing review. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with Dave on our jeep tour! We do always bring water, snacks and extra jackets! Feel free to request Dave to be your tour guide on some of our other tours!

chris b

Jun 2016

Our guide Ohmar was great. Very informative and personal. The trip up the mountain was beautiful. Would love to do it again !!