While Pine River Lodge is a fantastic place to enjoy all year round, expert vacationers know that winter is the best time to visit. Come colder months, the quaint Rocky Mountain town of Durango turns into a winter wonderland complete with beautiful snowfall, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and a Polar Express train ride through the hills. Enjoy a storybook winter getaway with a Durango Christmas vacation. Here are just a few of the events and festivities that make Durango a holiday mecca!