a river runs them over - View this location on map 'on the banks of the animas river, a yellow lab named finley howls at the kayakers who take on smelter's hole, a gnarly rapid that swirls into itself. durango is famous for its wild whitewater, but you can experience the excitement of the river without getting wet. just watching the kayakers roll underwater for those few breathtaking seconds until they emerge is a thrill itself. what's really amazing is that only the dog seems to be concerned. head south on camino del rio, park at the durango visitor center (800-525-8855), walk upstream about 100 yards along the bike path and look for the small crowd gathered at smelter's rock for a front-row view.'' New York Times 111 south camino del rio, Durango, CO Active, Kids

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