Ride an 1880 steam train from Durango to our wilderness camp. The train winds through the Animas Valley up through the Rockwood Gorge. It carries you up into the mountains comfortably so your relaxing vacation can start immediately.
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Hike the Purgatory Trail, 11 miles (approx. 6 hours) through magnificent scenery from Cascade Creek down to the Animas River. The trail then winds along the river where you’ll see deer, wildflowers and spectacular 14,000 ft. peaks on your your walk to the Needleton camp.
Once in camp a Mountain Waters employee will orient you to the area, go over leave no trace ethics, and show you where to hike or fish. You are now poised on the edge of the largest wilderness in the State of Colorado, The Weminuche Wilderness. The camp includes a kitchen with all the amenities and tarps for sleeping under should it rain. Hike to Chicago Basin, fish the Animas River, play horseshoes, climb a peak or read a good book. This place is pure magic!
| Camp Rental (1 day/night only) | $600 per night |
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| Camp Rental (2+ days) | $400 per night |
| Extra Camp Help | $150 per day |
| Food Purchase (per day) -estimate | $25 per person |
| Sleeping Bag & Pad Rental | $10 per night per person |
| Tent Rental | $10 per night per tent |
| Shuttle to Purgatory Trail | $50 |
Train Tickets and food purchase are not included with the camp rental. We will be happy to purchase your necessary train tickets and shop for you and add the cost to your bill.
The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will haul your gear and food to within 1/2 mile of camp for a minimal freight charge.
Click here for information on renting our wilderness camp for your fall Elk Hunting expedition.
