Backcountry Experience

Backcountry Experience Backcountry Experience is a fully stocked gear store specializing in self propelled adventure. Come see us for your next adventure.

Located in the heart of Durango, Backcountry Experience is the premier outdoor gear store in the Four Corners. Free parking and the best selection in town right on the Animas River Trail, we are the boot-fit and pack-fit experts.

As more folks are heading out for some late summer backpacking adventures, we get a lot of questions about how to priori...
09/01/2026

As more folks are heading out for some late summer backpacking adventures, we get a lot of questions about how to prioritize gear when they are looking for something new.

There are plenty of ways to save weight in your kit, but it all starts with the big three: your pack, your tent and your sleep system.

It’s good to remember that going ultra light is a bit different than aiming for weight efficiency , so it helps to know where you want to be. It’s also a good tome to take small steps when rethinking your kit so you learn what’s works and what doesn’t just for you.

We have a wide selection of gear to help you find a solution for your goalsso come on in and let’s talk.

See you on the trail!

We all know summer is long from over, but can’t deny that feeling that things are cooling down. Whether it’s summer shor...
08/31/2026

We all know summer is long from over, but can’t deny that feeling that things are cooling down.

Whether it’s summer shorts and flip-flops, fall whether flannel and climbing gear, maybe some last minute backpacking meals or just something fun for hitting the road, we are Durango’s gear shop and we want you to get out and have some fun. Oh, and we have hammocks too!

Rain or shine, we’re here.

This week at BCEXP- ALL ULTRA LIGHT PACKS ARE 20% OFF!
08/24/2026

This week at BCEXP- ALL ULTRA LIGHT PACKS ARE 20% OFF!

Fifteen liters never felt so good. Save 20% on all day packs and trail vest at this week. Sneffels/SW Ridge
08/21/2026

Fifteen liters never felt so good. Save 20% on all day packs and trail vest at this week.

Sneffels/SW Ridge

Save 20% on all trail running vests and day packs this week at BCEXP!
08/18/2026

Save 20% on all trail running vests and day packs this week at BCEXP!

THIS WEEK AT BCEXP! All day packs and trail running vests are 20% OFF!
08/17/2026

THIS WEEK AT BCEXP! All day packs and trail running vests are 20% OFF!

The moment we’ve all been waiting for. The Durango Bouldering Guidebooks are IN THE HOUSE!
08/14/2026

The moment we’ve all been waiting for. The Durango Bouldering Guidebooks are IN THE HOUSE!

The secret stash was Found! Keep an eye out for the next riddle next Tuesday!
08/14/2026

The secret stash was Found! Keep an eye out for the next riddle next Tuesday!

All right treasure hunters! It’s  out there waiting for you! The secret stash is in place so come and get it! Here’s thi...
08/11/2026

All right treasure hunters! It’s out there waiting for you! The secret stash is in place so come and get it! Here’s this week’s riddle:

In a forest of pine trees
That’s covered in rocks
They now call it Dalla
The trail is Sailing Hawks
 
The big loop done clockwise
Whatever your pace
Because something magical stirs in this place.
 
Runner or hiker
you must be a beast
On top of a hill
you can only go east
 
Be sure to look closely
and try as you might
There should a package
that’s just out of sight
 
It’s yours if you find it
A wooly soft treat
feast with your eyes
But wear with your feet

This week! ALL CAMP COOKWARE IS 20% OFF!
08/10/2026

This week! ALL CAMP COOKWARE IS 20% OFF!

Address

1205 Camino Del Rio
Durango, CO
81301

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+19702475830

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