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Animas River Trail to reopen between Santa Rita and Double Tree THIS evening!

19 December 2025

Durango, CO: The Animas River Trail between the DoubleTree Inn and Santa Rita Park will reopen Friday, Dec. 19, at 5 p.m., restoring the continuous, scenic connection along the river.

This rebuilt trail segment includes enhanced safety, accessibility, and durability features for all trail users while protecting the river corridor. The improvements include replacing the old asphalt with wider, smoother concrete, new railings, improved sightlines, and trail lighting.

While the trail is reopening, minor follow-up work and clean-up may continue in the area. Trail users are asked to observe all posted cautionary signage and use care while enjoying the reopened segment.

The city encourages residents and visitors to enjoy the newly reopened trail segment while adhering to trail rules and etiquette.

For more information about the Animas River Trail rebuild project, visit the Engage Durango website.

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