Holiday Gift Guide: Durango-Made Gifts for Everyone

If you're visiting Durango during the holidays (or want to bring back something better than airport souvenirs), the local shops on Main Avenue have you covered. Here are some genuinely good gift ideas, all sourced from Durango.

For the Beer Lover

Ska Brewing and Steamworks both sell merchandise — hats, shirts, pint glasses, and gift packs of their beers. A Ska Brewing hat is a badge of honor that says you've been to Durango.

For the Outdoorsy One

Durango's outdoor gear shops carry locally branded apparel, maps, and gear. A topo map of the San Juan Mountains, framed, makes a great wall piece. Local outfitters also sell gift certificates for guided experiences — rafting trips, horseback rides, fishing guides.

For the Foodie

Local honey from Durango-area beekeepers. Salsa and hot sauce from regional producers. Coffee from local roasters. Chocolate from Animas Chocolate Company. All of these travel well and taste like the mountains.

For the Artist

Durango's galleries feature local painters, photographers, potters, and jewelers. A piece of local art is a meaningful gift that supports the creative community.

For the Kids

The toy shops on Main Avenue have curated selections that aren't the same stuff you'd find at a big box store. Books about Colorado, stuffed animals, puzzles, and games.

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