The Hermosa Cliff Fire Protection District’s encompasses about 35 square miles and is located on the north end of La Plata County and the southern end of San Juan County. This area represents mountainous terrain and is high in recreational activities; skiing, snowmobiling hiking, climbing (rock and ice), horseback riding and biking. They protect residential, commercial, resort, and areas of significant wildland interface.

Their main goal is to fund Durango Fire Rescue Authority according to the approved agreement and assure that their constituents are receiving quality Emergency Services. Their major source of revenues is through property taxes. The District’s valuation is from agricultural, rural residential and commercial property in northern La Plata County, including the Resorts of Durango Mountain, Tamarron, Glacier Club, Silver Pick and others.