Junction West Durango Riverside Resort

Junction West Durango Riverside Resort Explore the great outdoors at JW Destinations Resort at Durango Riverside, located in Colorado along the awesome Animas River.

Sticky foil packets are the fastest way to lose your glaze and half your dinner. One tiny fix: line your foil packet wit...
05/29/2026

Sticky foil packets are the fastest way to lose your glaze and half your dinner. One tiny fix: line your foil packet with parchment paper first.

Why parchment + foil works:
- No “foil welding” with fish skin, teriyaki, BBQ, or lemony marinades
- Cleaner unwrap, better texture, and your sauce stays on the food (not the foil)
- Bonus: parchment keeps acidic foods from sitting directly on aluminum

How to build the nonstick packet (easy camp/grill/oven method):
1) Lay down foil (12–16")
2) Add a slightly smaller piece of parchment on top
3) Put food on the parchment, add a light coat of sauce (don’t overdo the liquid)
4) Tuck parchment edges in, then seal the foil tight (double-fold the seams)

Quick ideas to try:
- Lemon + dill salmon with a few lemon rounds underneath
- Teriyaki veggie mix (zucchini, peppers, onions, mushrooms)
- Honey-garlic shrimp + broccoli (open at the end for a quick char)

Tip: Keep temps moderate (many parchments are rated around 425°F) and make sure no parchment is sticking out near direct flame.

Have you tried parchment + foil yet? What foil-packet meal would you make on your next stay at Junction West Durango Riverside Resort?

Wind rule check: what’s your awning cutoff—15–20 mph, or do you go by gusts?A simple “wind rule” is like an insurance po...
05/26/2026

Wind rule check: what’s your awning cutoff—15–20 mph, or do you go by gusts?

A simple “wind rule” is like an insurance policy for your RV. Most awning damage happens fast—one surprise gust can bend arms, rip fabric, or even stress the mounting points on your rig.

Why it fails (so the rule sticks):
- Awnings act like sails: wind gets under the fabric and creates lift
- Gusts are the real enemy: a calm average can hide a sudden 25–35 mph hit
- Rain + wind multiplies load (pooling + a gust = leverage)

Easy wind rule options (pick one and stick to it):
- Conservative: in at 12–15 mph sustained or 20–25 mph gusts
- Common: in at 15–20 mph sustained or 25–30 mph gusts
- Higher risk: in at 20+ mph sustained or 30+ mph gusts
Tip: set your rule based on gusts, not just the average.

My “don’t-think-twice” checklist:
- Leaving camp, even for a quick store run → awning in
- Before bed if gusts are forecast to climb → awning in
- If fabric starts popping, arms clunk, or rain turns gusty → awning in

What’s your personal wind rule (and what made you choose it)? Drop your number below—then save this tip for your Durango stay at Junction West Durango Riverside Resort.

Need a quiet “wow” moment between adventures? Head to our Animas River Observation Deck.You’ll get an easy, front-row vi...
05/22/2026

Need a quiet “wow” moment between adventures? Head to our Animas River Observation Deck.

You’ll get an easy, front-row view of the Animas River right here in Hermosa Valley, surrounded by the San Juan Mountains—no planning required. It’s the kind of spot guests mention again and again: “great view,” “the Animas River is right there,” and “beautiful and peaceful.”

Staying in a riverfront RV site (Back-In Sites 1–17) or a riverfront cabin that faces the water? The deck fits right into your day—perfect for a slow morning coffee, a mid-afternoon reset, or scoping out the river before fishing or a nearby rafting run.

Team Sunrise or Team Sunset on the deck? Tell us below.

Karaoke this Friday night from 6-9pm on the deck!
05/20/2026

Karaoke this Friday night from 6-9pm on the deck!

05/20/2026

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Stop guessing at the dump station—use your eyes, not your tank sensors. Do you use a clear sewer elbow so you can confir...
05/19/2026

Stop guessing at the dump station—use your eyes, not your tank sensors. Do you use a clear sewer elbow so you can confirm the rinse runs clear before disconnecting?

Why it’s a game-changer:
• You can actually see when the black-tank rinse is done (not “mostly” done)
• You’re less likely to leave behind residue that leads to odor, clogs, and sensor misreads
• You’ll spot problems early if the flow never really clears

A simple, repeatable dump + rinse sequence:
1) Dump black tank first
2) Close the valve, rinse, then dump again (short fill-and-dump cycles work better than rinsing with the valve open the whole time)
3) Repeat until the clear elbow shows consistently clear flow (no obvious particles)
4) Dump gray tank last to help chase and rinse the hose

Quick “avoid the mess” reminders:
• Twist-lock connections fully so the elbow stays seated
• Keep a good hose slope (low spots can trap material and make “clear” misleading)
• Use dedicated gloves and a dedicated rinse hose—never your fresh-water hose

What’s your must-have sewer setup for travel days at Junction West Durango Riverside Resort—clear elbow or no?

Our pool & Cafe are opening this week! There's still time to book a Memorial Day trip. Here's our current availability: ...
05/19/2026

Our pool & Cafe are opening this week! There's still time to book a Memorial Day trip. Here's our current availability:
- 4 One-Room Rustic Cabins
- RV sites (3 Riverfront, 1 Supersite, several standard pull-through and back-in sites)
- 3 Tent sites

Call our front desk at 970-247-4499 or book online. (link in the comments) 👇

Smoky cast-iron flare-ups? A simple squeeze bottle of oil can change everything.If you’ve ever “free-poured” oil into a ...
05/15/2026

Smoky cast-iron flare-ups? A simple squeeze bottle of oil can change everything.

If you’ve ever “free-poured” oil into a hot skillet and watched it smoke (or flare), the fix is usually control, not more oil. A squeeze bottle turns oil into a measured ingredient, so you get better browning and less mess.

Quick camp-cooking rules that actually help:
- For a 10–12" skillet: start with ½–1 tsp, not a splash
- Oil it, then wipe like you made a mistake (the pan should look barely shiny)
- Cold pan → add oil → then heat to reduce instant smoke
- High heat (smash burgers/steak)? Try oiling the food lightly, not the pan
- Pooled oil = smoke, sticky seasoning, and flare-ups

This is one of our favorite “small gear, big payoff” habits for cooking outside—especially when you’re posted up riverside near Durango.

Durango has a real-life “time machine” downtown—and it sounds like ragtime. 🎹The historic Strater Hotel is one of Durang...
05/12/2026

Durango has a real-life “time machine” downtown—and it sounds like ragtime. 🎹

The historic Strater Hotel is one of Durango’s signature Victorian-era landmarks from the railroad boom days, and it still keeps that era alive today. Inside, the Diamond Bell Saloon (a Durango favorite since 1957) features live ragtime piano performed nightly (up to six nights a week) on a 1902 upright grand piano—an authentic piece of the past you can actually hear.

It’s also why the Durango Ragtime and Early Jazz Festival calls the Strater an ideal home base for preserving early American music: it’s not just history on the walls, it’s history in motion.

Make Junction West Durango Riverside Resort your relaxing home base along the Animas River—then head into town for an evening of Victorian charm and piano keys before you’re back to riverside mornings (and the nearby Pinkerton Hiking Trail when you’re ready to stretch your legs).

Want an easy itinerary? Ask us for a 2-day ‘river + railroad-era’ plan from Junction West.

Race a train through the San Juans this Memorial Day weekend. Would you beat the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railro...
05/08/2026

Race a train through the San Juans this Memorial Day weekend. Would you beat the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad?

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic returns to Durango May 22–26, 2026, with the iconic head-to-head start: cyclists and the train roll out at the exact same time.

Choose your challenge:
• Road (50 mi) on Saturday, May 23
• MTB (27 mi + 5.4 mi) on Sunday, May 24
• Gravel (55 mi) on Sunday, May 24
Expect big climbs, high altitude, and unforgettable views through the Animas River gorge and toward Coal Bank and Molas Pass.

If you’re coming for the ride (or cheering from the sidelines), make it a full Durango getaway with a riverside home base at Junction West Durango Riverside Resort—RV sites, cabins, and tent sites, plus a heated pool (seasonal), game room, dog park, and a weekend café.

Making Iron Horse weekend plans? Check availability at Junction West Durango Riverside Resort and pick the lodging style that fits your crew.

Address

13391 CR 250
Durango, CO
81301

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 3pm
Tuesday 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 11am - 3pm
Thursday 11am - 3pm
Friday 11am - 3pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
Sunday 11am - 3pm

Telephone

+19702474499

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