La Plata Mountains & Canyon Off-Roading Trip

Venture into the Wild West on this day trip to La Plata Mountains and Canyon from Durango. Experience rugged landscapes in the American Southwest on an off-roading vehicle.

Tour Options

Set off on a day trip from Durango to explore the La Plata Mountains and Canyon in an off-roading Jeep. Choose between two different tour options, both starting and finishing at 360 S Camino Del Rio in Durango, and include a local guide for your adventure. Below are brief descriptions of each tour option:

Scenic Waterfall Tour (2.5 hours)

Meet at the designated time in Durango for a tour of La Plata Canyon's scenic waterfalls. After a 20-minute drive in an open-air jeep, arrive at the canyon's mouth. The ride involves navigating winding trails to discover 3 waterfalls. Visitors can climb out of the jeep for photos and to enjoy the surroundings, capped off by an exclusive visit to a hidden waterfall at 3,048 meters (10,000 ft) above sea level, featuring an 8-meter (25 ft) cascade and historic mining structures.

La Plata Mountains Tour (4 hours)

This tour begins with a 20-minute drive in an open-air jeep to La Plata Canyon, known as Kennebec Pass. As the group ascends, chances to spot local wildlife, such as deer, bears, and various bird species, are likely. The tour reaches an elevation of 3,658 m (12,000 ft), providing unique views of the landscape and geology. The guide shares stories about local ghost towns and abandoned mines. After exploring for 4 hours, return to the starting point, concluding the tour.