It’s almost that wonderful time of the year when the mountains show off their gorgeous clusters of golden aspen trees. Typically, in the Salida area, the fall foliage colors peak in late September to early October. (Although, weather conditions can easily affect how quickly the fall colors arrive and how long they last.) If you’ll …
Salida boasts a variety of dog-friendly activities for you and your favorite four-legged friend to enjoy on your next mountain vacation. In addition, if you’re in need of vacation lodging, Creekside Chalets and Cabins is dog-friendly. We’ve got lots of space for your pooches to play as well a creek that runs through the property …
Salida, Colorado should be on the must-visit list of any avid mountain biker as the trails are plentiful, the conditions amazing, and the scenery divine. Even better, the town’s valley location provides for a longer riding season. Some trails are accessible even in the winter and mud season in the spring is minimal. While you’ll …
If you’re heading to Salida, Colorado for your next family vacation, you won’t be disappointed with the variety of family-friendly activities from which you have to choose. There are options available to please every member of your family, so there’s no need to worry that anyone will be left out of the fun. Even better, …
You’ll find miles and miles of hiking trails in Salida, Colorado as well as the rest of the Arkansas Valley. But with so many options, it can be difficult to find the perfect one for you. To help make your decision a bit easier, we’ve put together a list of our top six hiking trails …
Buena Vista is a small and charming town that’s located about 25 miles (or a 30-minute drive) northwest of Salida. It’s nestled at the base of the stunning Collegiate Peaks and perfectly located for a variety of fun activities. From hiking and hot springs to dining and shopping, there’s a little something for every type …
On your next summer vacation in Salida, Colorado, why not take a thrilling whitewater rafting trip down the Arkansas River? You’ll find some great rafting companies in Salida and Buena Vista that offer a variety of rafting options. Even better, the Arkansas River boasts some of the best whitewater rafting in the entire state. The …
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Salida, Colorado is an incredible summer destination with a little something to please everyone. We’ve already written about a few of our favorite summer activities, but frankly, that list just scratches the surface of all that there is to do here. Whether you’ve never been to Salida or it’s one of your favorite getaways, we …
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June is a wonderful month for a Salida vacation. Not only is the weather beautiful but there are a number of fun activities and events going on all month long. This year, Salida will be the final stop on the 32nd Annual Ride the Rockies bicycle tour. As a lovely coincidence, the end of the …
FIBArk is one of Salida, Colorado’s signature events that brings almost 20,000 visitors to the town every year. If you’re unfamiliar with it, FIBArk stands for First in Boating on the Arkansas and it began in 1949 with a 57-mile race down the Arkansas River. After extreme conditions made it difficult for participants to complete …