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Salida - South Central Colorado
Salida grew quickly in the 1880s when the railroad made it a hub. This rip-roaring town had a famous madam, Laura Evans, who ran a bordello in from 1896 to 1950! Today, it's still a roaring town, roaring with rapids, that is. Salida boasts the headquarters for the Arkansas River Headwater that flows north and east of town. The town has one of the largest, indoor, hot springs pools' in the nation.
The Arkansas River is a launching point for some of the best whitewater rafting and is the most boated in the country with rapids ranging from easy to challenging. Accessible from this area is the Colorado Trail for mountain bikers and hikers to enjoy. In the winter try skiing at the much-praised, less-visited Monarch Ski Resort whose basin traps 300 inches annually of fluffy powder.
Located at the junction of US 285 and 50, PONCHA SPRINGS (AKA the Crossroads of the Rockies) is an excellent jumping-off point for a Colorado adventure. The town was named after a local natural hot spring by frontiersman Kit Carson. Today water from the springs is piped into Salida's Hot Springs Pool. Mountain bikers can hop a shuttle from the local gas station to the famed Rainbow Trail. There are several short loop and riverside trails that link to other trails running into Salida. Poncha Springs is also home to an 18-hole golf course and a popular Disc golf area.
The Collegiate Peaks Byway, was designated in November of 2005 and stretches 57 miles north to south connecting Granite, Buena Vista, Salida and Poncha Springs. This byway also connects to the nearby Top of the Rockies and West Elk byways. The impressive Collegiate Range, lies to the west with the most concentrated number of peaks above 14,000' in Colorado, and abounds with hiking trails, ATVing trails, Jeeping along old rail beds, mountain bike trails and is riddled with ghost towns. The snowmobile areas around Salida offer groomed trail riding with large meadows, snow play areas, and steep hill climbing. Snowmobile trails are in the Rio Grande and Gunnison National Forests.
In the heart of Pleasant Valley, 13 miles east of Salida, is HOWARD quiet and peaceful, and popular among recreational vehicle travelers. With the famed rushing waters of the Arkansas running right through Howard, this area is a popular whitewater rafting site and trout fishing area. To the west, the San Isabel National Forest provides many opportunities for adventure, from hiking to crystal-clear mountain lakes, looking for black bear, elk, wild turkey and mountain lions to ATVing to an old gold camp.
Salida is near: Buena Vista, Northern San Luis Valley & Royal Gorge Area
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WELCOME TRAVELERS to Salida! A full service RV dealership featuring America's top brands of travel trailers, fifth wheels, tent trailers & pickup campers. New & Used. Service & Parts Departments.
In the Heart of the Rockies. Multi-night discounts. Full RV hookups on level, grassy sites by the churning Arkansas River. 3 new cabins. 2 miles east of Salida. Open all year. SAVE MONEY, LONGER STAY!
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In the Heart of the Rockies. Multi-night discounts. Full RV hookups on level, grassy sites by the churning Arkansas River. 3 new cabins. 2 miles east of Salida. Open all year. SAVE MONEY, LONGER STAY!
Ride the Divide! Guided or unguided, you choose. Come enjoy the fun of riding through back country of Rocky Mountains near Salida and Buena Vista. Open all year. Enjoy our spectacular Fall Color Tours.
Soothe your body and soul! The luxurious vacation home is located in a spectacular alpine setting between Buena Vista and Salida with a private hand-built soaking hot mineral springs pool.
Motel rooms, cabins & duplex cottage in Salida. Enjoy seasonal swimming pool, hot tubs, continental breakfast & in-room coffee. Some suites with jacuzzi tubs. Stay & Play packages. Biker friendly. Pets OK.
Rent your Jeep or pop-up camping trailer from us. No need to tow your camper across country. We can make your vacation one you will remember for years to come. Serving Salida and Buena Vista areas.
Historic creekside cabins each have a PRIVATE NATURAL HOT SPRING pool out your backdoor. They are in the heart of the Collegiate Peaks Colorado's fourteener region, near Buena Vista and Salida.
Arkansas Headwaters is one of the nation's premier recreation areas! Camp (no drinking water), fish, raft, kayak, picnic, hike, mountain bike and along 150 miles of the Arkansas River, near Salida.
Between Salida & the Royal Gorge by the Arkansas River. Cabins, motel rooms, RV & tent sites, WI-FI. COWBOY DINNER SHOW: wagon ride, dinner & western music--lodging not required. Fish, Hike, Jeep.
Full service small resort, specializing in groups, along The Arkansas River with excellent fly fishing and beautiful views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Between Salida & Canon City in Coaldale.
From summer to winter enjoy all Salida has to offer with cool summers & snowy winters. Mountains surround the towns with majestic views you can enjoy from our vacation home along the Arkansas River.
In Salida, low prices, surrounded by majestic Mountains. The motel features rooms to fit your needs with full and queen size beds, phones with free local calls, microwaves and refrigerators. Hunter Welcome!
Buena Vista Jeeps will help you experience Colorado. Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountain Collegiate Peaks with rows of "Fourteeners". We provide you with a true mountain travel vehicle.
The only individual cabin rental on the Big Bend of the Arkansas River with easy access to 1,100 feet of private fishing. "Where relaxation is a year round activity." Five miles from historic downtown Salida!
Where less is more: less traffic, less crowded & more fun. America's most popular, accessible river to raft & fish. More tall peaks per square mile than anywhere in the US. Unreal hot springs, biking & skiing.
Only 1-1/2 miles from downtown . . . It's a different world!! At the top of the hill at the end of the road on 37 private & secluded acres near Salida. Five chalets are surrounded by mountain views. Pets welcome.
Some RV & tent sites are along Chalk Creek, near Buena Vista. Large full hookups for Big Rigs. Cabins with kitchen & bathroom, sleep 6. Close to fishing, rafting, off-roading, hiking & hot springs pools.
19 miles from Alamosa on Highway 17. The "Two Mile Creek Wildlife Habitat" provides the opportunity to view gators and reptiles in a natural setting, to fish and go boating, nature trail hiking and picnicking.
Vacation homes in the Upper Arkansas River Valley: Buena Vista, Salida & Monarch. Rentals for your family from modest to elegant: Sit back, relax & let us organize your perfect western vacation for you!
This Salida hotel is on Highway 50, the main East-West highway through central Colorado. Clean, comfortable over-sized rooms. Indoor heated pool and hot tub. Ask about our Play and Stay packages!
Enjoy your mountain vacation at this historical log cabin built in 1878 with a kitchen, BBQ grill & claw-foot bathtub. In Nathrop near Mount Princeton Hot Springs. Walk to Wright's Lake stocked with rainbow trout.
A place for quiet relaxation! Spa services: water therapies - massages - soak in the hot springs - women's retreats. Lodging: room & creekside cabins. Group rates. About 5 miles west of Buena Vista.
Come to the mountains and soak in magical mineral waters along the rustling waters of Chalk Creek. The vacation home is between Buena Vista and Salida providing mountain views and secluded privacy.
In the Rockies of Central Colorado, Hayden Creek is surrounded by National land between Canon City and Salida off Highway 50. Clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pool, teen center, adult lodge and mini-golf.
Guide Fly Fishing Raft Trips on the Arkansas River in Colorado, near Buena Vista & Salida. Enjoy a float fishing trip with a professional guide who knows where the trout are in the beautiful Arkansas Valley.
Located on the top of Poncha Pass within a short drive of Salida, Buena Vista, Villa Grove and Saguache. Horseback Rides on private land in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains overlooking historic Mt Ouray.
Along scenic Highway 50 just 10 miles west of Salida & 11 miles east of Monarch Mountain in the Heart of Mountain Adventures and high country mining ghost towns. FREE WI-FI. Tents separate from RVs.
Enjoy western hospitality at our small mountain town motel, with the modern amenities of a big city hotel chain. Free wireless high speed internet. Indoor pool & hot tub. Deluxe continental breakfast bar.
Rustic Mountain Cabins: Perfect for families & hunters who just want to get away to the mountains near Salida. 160 acres surrounded by BLM Land. Bring your horses (barn & round pen), dogs, ATVs & bikes.
What you expect from a Colorado ski area -- natural snow & friendly people. Enjoy the terrain of a big resort at Monarch but you will lose the crowds, not your friends. Snowcat skiing is available.
We are conveniently located across the highway from the Monarch Mountain Lodge and offer a wide variety of snowmobile tours near historic & scenic Garfield and Monarch. We also Rent snowmobiles!
Family-sized cabin and mountain home rentals are in the historic mining towns of Garfield, Monarch and Salida, Colorado. Elevations range from 9,500 to 7,000 feet providing cool summers and snowy winters.
Near Salida, a classic western lodge with all modern conveniences. FKA Colorado Crossroads B&B. Each room has high speed Internet access, satellite TV and views of the mountains. New ownership.
RV's, campers & tenters welcome. The Arkansas River runs next to the park providing great fishing -- 2 miles of private access. In Howard, between Salida and the Royal Gorge off US Hwy 50. WI-FI access.
Next to the North Fork of the South Arkansas River with mountain views. Minutes to Monarch Ski Area these luxury cabins and villas on eleven acres have full kitchens, private hot tubs, satellite TV and WI-FI.
5 miles West of Salida on US 50 in Poncha Springs. 2 Cabins. 10 motel rooms. Kitchenettes. Monarch skiing is 20 minutes. Near fishing, hiking, jeeping, rafting, hot springs, restaurants. Pets welcome!
Fun, exciting raft trips for all ages and abilities, all with FREE WETSUIT USE! Located in the Heart of the Colorado Rockies, between Salida and Buena Vista. DISCOUNTS FOR GROUPS OF 12 OR MORE.
Step-back in time while still enjoying the modern conveniences of an original log cabin homesteads; or a 1,385 square foot home constructed in 2001 with private 5-person hot tub! Near Poncha Springs.
On the Collegiate Peaks Scenic Byway amazing views, large sites with lawns, trees, WI-FI, cable TV. BIG RIGS & tenters! Campfires & live music. Near Buena Vista, hot springs, hike, ATV/4WD trails, raft & fish.
NO TRAILERING--trails start at our front door! St. Elmo Colorado was officially founded in 1880. Most reasonable priced rentals in the area. 56 miles of mapped out trips visiting ghost towns & gold mines.
Summer and Winter Camping in Colorado's Banana Belt! 12 miles east of Salida nestled under tall pines with cool shade. Walk to Arkansas River. Full hookup RV sites. Creekside tent sites. FREE WI-FI.
A family friendly historic railroad boarding house is only a block from the Arkansas River, surrounded by fourteeners, and conveniently located in Salida. Or for more privacy stay in the cottage or guest houses.
Relax on 37 acres bordered by mountains near Salida. Six spacious B&B rooms and suites all with private baths and King & Queen beds. Hiking trails start on the property. Soak in our outdoor hot tub.
RV Sales, Services & Rentals
WELCOME TRAVELERS to Salida! A full service RV dealership featuring America's top brands of travel trailers, fifth wheels, tent trailers & pickup campers. New & Used. Service & Parts Departments.
Pop-up campers & travel trailers rentals in Buena Vista - shorten' the haul! All sleep 4-6. Amenities: sink, stove, refrigerator & furnace. Travel trailers are self-contained: full kitchen, bathroom & air-conditioning.
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