First off, I have NOTHING negative to say about the store or the staff. It is all first rate! I…read morebooked a half day guided trip with them. I went and spent the morning catching fish all morning. The problem was, they were all between 4-6". I'm not suggesting that some were small, I am saying every single fish was that size. To be honest, I did not know that anyone fished for fish that small on purpose. Why would you?? My guide was incredibly friendly and very knowledgable so I am a little surprised about the outing. I know a half-day trip limits locations but this was incredibly disappointing. It was a lot of money for the outing and to say I have buyer's remorse would be an understatement. So if you book and they tell you they want to take you out to the La Plata River, please insist on a different location.

This tale will be told in three parts and reflects the experience we had in the shop and with their…read moreguide Rob C. Background: Son takes dad on a fishing trip to celebrate his retirement. Part the first - Booking our float trip on the San Juan river was simple. Called up Duranglers, spoke with Spencer, got some preliminary instructions, gave payment for half. Took 10 minutes. Received subsequent emails, phone calls from Tom, the owner, about NM fishing licenses with relevant links and day of driving directions to the meeting location. Made navigating an unfamiliar territory seamless. Act II - Shop experience. I "needed" a new fly line. I walked out with much more! Prices were reasonable, shop guys were more than happy to shoot the breeze, and their selection was top notch. Great shop! Part three - The Rob Effect: Im a beginner fly fisherman, my dad was a first timer. I have had 10 or so guides over the last 3 years since taking this hobby up. Rob C. is tied with one other in N. CO as my favorite. He was patient, funny, and a wealth of knowledge about almost any topic. He is an unbelievably technical fisherman, his skill set and command of the rod is unparalleled. His respect for the river and the fish it contained was refreshing. I cannot recommend him highly enough! He made our trip the success it was. You will not be dissatisfied with any aspect of Duranglers!

BOOK YOUR FISHING TRIP NOW!! 100%, 10/10 recommend, best decision you will make for your trip to…read moreDurango. Let Julien be your guide to fishing in beautiful Durango, Colorado. My wife and I booked with Julien, along with three of our four children, and we left from our experience with so much more than just reflecting on the size, abundance, or frequency of fish caught. We left with so much more than we ever expected and that was peace, relaxation, fun, knowledge, and a reassurance of kind, hardworking, and welcoming people in this world, because of Julien. Not only is Julien one of the most sincere, patient, and positive people we have been fortunate enough to meet in this amazing community, he is extremely knowledgeable in his craft and he taught our children so many important techniques and practices for fishing in the area and for fishing in general. From the moment we arrived, to the moment we parted to our vehicle, we were welcomed with kindness and taught the ins and outs by Julien. As we have fished in many different areas, in differing states, and for many differing types of fish, I can say that this was one of my favorite fishing experiences to date. Julien embraced and taught our children as we would, and he allowed them to experience and be involved in every step of the process, and so much more in between. It is rare to find someone who enjoys teaching children their knowledge and we are very appreciative of everything he did while we were with him. I cannot say enough great things about Julien and Go Fish Durango. We caught plenty of fish during this time, and that allowed our children to learn something new that they had been eager to learn. We could have never caught a single fish and it would have been a great experience, regardless. You will not be disappointed with your trip, and we will be booking with Julien again and again. If it's fishing in the summer or ice fishing in the winter, we cannot wait to book another trip with Julien and all that Go Fish Durango has to offer. Don't miss out on your chance to have this experience with someone who truly loves doing what they do, and sharing it with those who are open to learning! I rarely write reviews, but great people deserve recognition, and Julien is an amazing person. I am grateful to have booked this trip with him.

Amazing experience with Go Fish Durango! As soon as we got into the lake, we had fish on our lines!…read moreJulien was extremely knowledgeable and helped us catch several fish! We caught so many fish, we honestly lost count. Julien taught my son so much about fishing, and even let us hang out at the beach and swim after our fishing trip was over. We caught several rainbow trout and salmon and cooked them up for dinner that same evening. Such a great time!!

What can I say? Jeremy is a master of his craft - It is apparent from the moment you meet him. My…read moregirlfriend and I took a guided tour with Jeremy. We had the best time. Jeremy is courteous, knowledgeable, patient, and overall a top-notch teacher. If you're on the fence about who to choose, search no further - Heads Up Fly Fishing is the way to go!!

From the owner: Since 2009, Heads Up Flyfishing has been guiding people of all ages through exciting outdoor…read moreadventures on some of the finest water the Southwest has to offer. From first-timers to experienced anglers, everyone is welcome, and our dedicated guides are ready to share their wealth of knowledge with you and teach you something new. Whether you opt for a simple fishing trip or our all-inclusive package with lodging and catered dining options ranging from family-style to personal chef, you'll enjoy breathtaking landscapes, catch and release some magnificent fish, and have the time of your life forming lasting memories.

All of the staff were warm, Welcoming and made us feel like…read morethey were genuinely excited for our adventures and plans. Not only for the water sports we came to them for, but also going out of their ways to help ensure we had good solid recommendations form other activities we came to the area for. Sam, especially ... wow, I feel like we're leaving a family member behind when we leave Durango. Such a gem. Always smiling and always checking to make sure we understand all we need to know to make the best decision

Morgan helped us in our time of need! We needed hiking shoes before going to Mesa Verde (realized…read morewe were missing a pair as we were about to leave!) and Morgan showed us all our options QUICKLY! She was so genuinely kind and friendly. We will be back and we will be shopping at 4Corners Riversports from here on out! Stop in if you're in the area, their service is great!

I went in for some ski bindings, and they were super nice and helpful. So nice, in fact, that they…read moresuggested another local business might have more selection. It's so refreshing in today's world to encounter such helpfulness and selfless honesty. Even though I didn't buy my bindings here, I will definitely be a consistent future patron because of their putting me first as a customer.

My interactions with Backcountry Experience (Durango) goes back close to when their doors…read moreoriginally opened (2006?). It has always been a treat to shop at BCE. As the days of consumerism continues to move towards online shopping, it is paramount to support any local business of recognition. BCE is one of those establishments. Not only is their inventory exceptional, but their personnel is also top-tier. Their associates have the wherewithal to remediate any issue, whether it be a repair to gear or replacement (if required and possible) to selling of items that are nice to see in person. Thanks to the crew members Ethan, Crystal and Cal for their expertise!

Very friendly and helpful staff. Good selection and grave helpful recommendations when they did not…read morestock something. Quality camping and fishing gear.

Bottom Line: Locally owned store selling quality gear for the outdoors…read more Shortly after landing in Durango my husband realized he forgot his sunglasses so we headed to Gardenswartz Outdoors to see what we could find. The store doesn't have any glamorous displays but it was well organized with great brands like Toad & Co, Darn Tough, Prana, Camelback, etc. I enjoyed looking around while my husband picked out a new pair of Smith sunglasses. The store has gear for men, women and kids. The store is located in historic Durango so that means parking is mostly limited to street parking. We were in town on a busy Saturday so we ended up parking quite far away but it was worth it.

My parents, brother, his wife and kids, and my husband and our family all drove cross country to…read moremeet in Colorado -- us from Southern California and them from east Texas. We spent a week together exploring Durango and the attractions here. One of our favorite experiences was white water rafting with Mountain Waters. The staff was super communicative and helpful. We booked a moderate run with class 1-3 rapids, since we had a big range of ages (my Dad is 77 and we had a party of 10 with ages ranging down to my 10-y-o son). They advised that this would be best for our family, and they were correct. I'd love to come back and do some class 3-4 rapids now that we have had some experience. Our guide Hannah was knowledgeable and very kind. We had a great experience with the team. No complaints at all. Highly recommend.

My 3 kids and I did the rafting and train tour. It was the best day of our entire vacation it was…read moreour first time to raft. Dillion did a amazing job. Can't wait to come back

Fast efficient and to my rescue!! Thank you Wilderness Journey of Pagosa (CO), for coming to my…read moretransportation needs...you have saved the day. My day was amazing because of your support, professional attitude, and kindness. Thank a bunch. Best Wishes, KolleenR.

I have mixed feelings about this company as a Shuttle/A1 Taxi service. While my drivers were…read morefriendly and efficient, the fare was VERY expensive for what it is. For myself and partner to get a pick up from DUR airport to Pagosa Springs, it was $135-one way. We booked it weeks in advance in anticipation of Ubers being scarce. I knew it would be pricey but this seemed like the reliable option. The unfortunate part was two days before our flight into CO, Wilderness Journeys called to let us know there would be a surprise added fee of $15+ (each way) to get to where we were staying. I'm not sure why because it was a Pagosa Springs address--about 5 miles (6min drive) from town center, so I'm guessing they prefer to only drop off at the main hotels, though that wasn't mentioned when I booked the service. This increased our fare to $150 each way. If Wilderness Journeys has other passengers potentially going to the airport at the same time and you're willing to be picked up "up to 45min later," they offer to give you 20% off your fare. I opted for that to save some dough. Unfortunately the day before our trip to the airport, they told us we would have to be picked up earlier (not later) because they were picking up 3 more people. This meant we got to the airport much, much earlier than requested/planned. Another upsetting part is they only gave the 20% discount for part of our trip, not our full fare. It offset part of the hidden fee, I guess--but I still ended up paying nearly $300 for the RT shuttle service for 2. :( * Tip: Ubers from Durango to Pagosa are less than half the price and readily available, per the locals. In hindsight, I recommend ubering from Durango to Pagosa. I'd use that money saved I saved to booked the shuttle due to availability on the way from Pagosa to Durango, as it appears to be harder to reliably get an uber from PS to DUR. I would also not opt to save the $20 to share the shuttle.

I would give Go Fish Durango ALL the stars in the world!…read more Julien reached out to our organization, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and generously donated a monthly fishing outing to our students. The fishing was fantastic and during our time we caught more than we could count! But beyond fishing, Julien made sure that every child had what they needed- whether they were working through a fear, frustration, uncertainty or excitement, he worked to support and teach each kid individually. I am so impressed by the generosity and professionalism of this company. Our students left saying that it was "the best day ever" ....and it totally was! We can't wait to come back!

Great service and experience!! Cool to be taken care of by people who truly have a passion for what…read morethey do. If you are looking for unique gifts, not only knives, this is a pretty cool place.

Our family started making this shop a must on each yearly vacation we took to Pagosa Springs! In…read morethe past 5 years the store has evolved into having an incredible amount of variety of knives, from hunting, to everyday, to kitchen cutlery - it's not just for the guys to shop! Buying my first Bemchmade knife this weekend when they are having a dealer rep in town for custom engraving! Love the owners, genuine customer service and the gift shop attached next door is not to be missed. something for everyone at this stop - it's a must in old town Pagosa Springs !