As a local since 1977, I will say that it is fine food, fine music and fine fun. It’s a great way to leave modern cares and stresses behind.
Truth be said, I could not bring myself to click that link. And I’m afraid it might cause some of their clientele to pull up stakes and try to come here and “improve” the place, as countless Californians and Texans have tried. I will just say that there is no Whole Foods here, nor Trader Joe. A good deli, or seafood? You gotta be kidding. The nearest freeway is four hours away. Airline flights are regularly delayed or canceled, as the commuter flights do break down or weather prevents.
There is an easy way to become a Durango Millionaire. Bring three and leave while you still have one left.
But this is off-topic. It’s well worth it. ‘Nuff said.
Here is the guy who started it in 1953, now retired.
Cy Scarborough.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyGZ-Q92NQk
The kids do a fine job of carrying on.
I retired a couple years ago and we bought a place in North Idaho last year. My mom was born up the road and her folks retired in the mid 60s to a spot only a mile from our house. The reason I brought that up is we are preparing for western road trips after my wife retires late next hear. I added this to our bucket list.
About 40 years ago, a buddy and I drove in my CJ7 Jeep from CA to Durango via Farmington where we picked up an oil service buddy of mine. We skied for a week around Christmas time and really enjoyed it. It isn’t an easy place to get to.