How San Luis Valley Cascade Hops Elevate Ska’s IPA

Sip zesty, high-elevation Cascade IPA at Ska Brewing just ten minutes from your riverside cabin at Junction West, and follow our insider roadmap from hop fields to campfire pairings for the ultimate Durango beer adventure.
Quinoa Whiskey? Animas Pours Durango’s First Bold Batch

Bikes, river breezes, and a nutty quinoa whiskey await—explore Animas Whiskey Co.’s groundbreaking pour and easy routes from Junction West in Durango.
Tracing Ute Trails: A Four Corners Migration Timeline

Experience Junction West’s riverside trails through a vivid timeline of Ute migration, horse culture, treaties and modern revival, complete with family-friendly maps, respectful travel tips and unforgettable Four Corners adventures.
Hidden Board Games of Mesa Verde’s Ancient Kivas

Uncover Mesa Verde’s hidden kiva board games, see the artifacts on an easy day trip from Junction West, and bring the fun back to camp with DIY bone dice under the stars.
June Midnight Trail Running: Claim Blue Lakes Before Dawn

Snag a Strava-worthy midnight trail run on Colorado’s Blue Lakes Trail with step-by-step night prep, gear picks, safety intel, and a sunrise recovery plan at Junction West.
Silverton Old-Growth Forays: Fall Aspen Lichens, Mosses, Gear Guide

Ditch the screen and dive into Silverton’s gold-lit aspens on a guided lichen and moss hunt, complete with gear checklist, kid bingo, and mile-by-mile directions from Junction West Durango Riverside Resort.