February is a notoriously romantic time of year, and not just because of Valentine’s Day. The weather is perfect for snuggling up. Plus, the snow somehow makes everything seem extra cozy. Whether it’s a hike through the pines or a stroll through historic downtown, the mid-winter vibe makes life magical.
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Looking to celebrate 2024 and stick to your New Year’s Resolutions? A trip to Salida and Creekside Cabins lets you have fun and honor all of those good-for-you promises you’ve made to yourself. No matter what your resolutions are this year, you can make them a reality with a trip to Chaffee County and the Colorado high country.
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It’s the most anticipated time of the year— time to plan your Monarch Mountain skiing vacation! While you wax your skis and anticipate the exhilarating and meditative swish of the snow glittering like diamond dust beneath you, there are few considerations to get the most out of your stay in Salida, CO.
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Creekside Chalets and Monarch Mountain are ready to welcome you to a new winter wonderland. If you want to enjoy a safe, clean, and exhilarating adventure here in Salida, the following tips and tricks will help save you time, save you money, and ensure a hassle-free winter vacation of your dreams.
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Backcountry skiing is for people who want the ultimate challenge of ungroomed slopes in a beautiful, peaceful environment. Monarch Pass, at 11,312 feet, is one of Colorado’s most popular areas for backcountry skiers. Monarch Pass is located on Highway 50 between Salida and Gunnison and it receives about 350 inches of snow each year. The
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Often times skiing with a group is challenging due to varying levels of skiers who are together. You may have a variety of beginners to experts and everything in between. This doesn’t need to stop everyone from enjoying the Colorado skiing experience. If you know what you need and prepare, Everyone is sure to have
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It’s a bright and shiny new year and we’re excited to see what 2018 brings! January is a great time to visit Salida and go skiing or snowboarding at Monarch Mountain. After the busy holiday season, the town and the mountain have fewer visitors, which gives you the chance to better experience how special the
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Salida, Colorado is an amazing winter destination. Not only are you sure to be dazzled by the endless vistas of picture-perfect scenery, but you’ll have a great variety of winter activities from which you can choose. There are things to do for visitors of all ages so there’s no need to worry that anyone in
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With the ski season fast approaching, now is the time to find great lodging near Monarch Mountain ski resort. Thankfully, Creekside Chalets and Cabins fits the bill. As a proud lodging partner of Monarch Mountain, we offer discounted lodging to Monarch pass holders and new for the 2017-18 season, we’ll be offering a Stay and
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