Visitor Directory / COME TO LIFE ARKANSAS RIVER TOURS Exceptional whitewater trips and guided float fishing on the Arkansas River and the Gunnison Gorge. Family adventures to extreme adven-tures. Convenient locations in Cañon City near the Royal Gorge and riverside in Cotopaxi. Since 1973. Web deals. arkansasrivertours.com, info@arkansasriver tours.com, 719-942-4362, 800-321-4352, 49311 US Hwy. 50, Cañon City 81212 U exceptional value with a free photo CD and free wet-suit use on all trips. Try the world-famous Arkansas River through Royal Gorge near Colorado Springs; or Clear Creek, 30 minutes from Denver. Exciting trips for all abili-ties. raftroyalgorge.com, info@clearcreekrafting.com, 303-567-1000, 800-353-9901, 44650 W. US Hwy. 50, Cañon City 81212 more than 25 years, with the same owner since day one. Our highest quality trips and packages and fair prices reflect the quality and experience you and your family expect. We also provide all your gear for free. raftmasters.com, fun@raftmasters.com, 719-275-6645, 2315 E. Main St., Cañon City 81212 U No. 1-rated rafting and zipline tours; Royal Gorge rafting, zipline tours, vacation rentals and the White Water Bar & Grill. One location, 100 percent fun! RoyalGorgeRafting.net, info@royalgorgerafting.net, 719-275-7238, 45045 Hwy. 50 W., Cañon City 81212 HOTELS/MOTELS COMFORT SUITES – CASTLE ROCK The only all-non-smok-CLEAR CREEK RAFTING CO. Clear Creek Rafting offers ing and all-suite hotel in Castle Rock. Free hot breakfast, free wireless internet, indoor pool/hot tub and fitness room. choicehotels.com/colorado/castle-rock/ comfort-suites-hotels/co154, gm.co154@choicehotels. com, 303-814-9999, 800-424-6423, 4755 Castleton Way, Castle Rock 80109 G H F r m U CLIFTON RECREATION JAMES M. ROBB – COLORADO RIVER STATE PARK Close to Colorado National Monument and Western Slope attractions. Enjoy river access, trails and fishing in all five sections. Swimming at Island Acres only. Fruita has 57 campsites and a group campsite with six campsites. Island Acres has 80 campsites. cpw.state.co.us/ placestogo/parks/jamesmrobbcoloradoriver, colorado. river.park@state.co.us, 970-434-3388, 800-678-2267, Exit 47 I-70 (Island Acres), Exit 19 I-70 (Fruita), 361-32 Rd. (Corn Lake section), Clifton 81521 H U RECREATION CASTLE ROCK ZIP LINE TOURS Castle Rock Zip Line RAFT MASTERS Raft Masters has offered quality rafting for Tours features the best zipline tour in Colorado, an adrenaline-packed Epic Adventure Tower and the brand-new Epic Sky Trek: North America’s largest aerial-adventure park. castlerockziplinetours.com, zip@castlerockziplinetours.com, 720-733-9477, 1375 W. Plum Creek Pkwy., Castle Rock 80109 COALDALE RV/CAMPGROUNDS CUTTY’S HAYDEN CREEK RESORT Cutty’s Hayden Creek Resort is a true campground resort. The resort features deluxe cabins, smaller cabins, RV sites and tent sites. Amenities include a rec hall, an indoor and outdoor pool, tennis court, volleyball, mini golf and planned activities. cuttysresort.net, info@cuttysresort.net, 719-942-4222, 3428 Hayden Creek Rd., Coaldale 81222 G H p SHOPPING OUTLETS AT CASTLE ROCK Outlets at Castle Rock is ROYAL GORGE RAFTING & ZIPLINE TOURS Colorado’s the largest open-air shopping center in Colorado, conveniently located off of I-25 between Denver and Colorado Springs. Shop our 100-plus brand name stores including Coach, Michael Kors, Polo, Columbia, Lucy, Nike and more. outletsatcastlerock.com, info@outlets atcastlerock.com, 303-688-2800, 5050 Factory Shops Blvd., Castle Rock 80108 U CENTENNIAL HOTELS/MOTELS QUALITY INN DENVER TECH CENTER Located in the Denver Tech Center. Easy access to many nearby busi-nesses, landmarks and popular attractions. Guest rooms come equipped with hair dryers, coffeemakers and irons. Some feature whirlpool bathtubs, sofa sleepers, microwaves and refrigerators. choicehotels.com/ colorado/centennial/quality-inn-hotels/co248, 303-768-9300, 9799 E. Geddes Ave., Centennial 80112 G J K p r m COLLBRAN RECREATION VEGA STATE PARK Enjoy year-round wildlife watching and a variety of activities on the 900-acre reservoir. You’ll be surrounded by montane meadows and high mountains. Five cabins and 108 campsites. cpw.state.co.us/ placestogo/parks/vega, vega.park@state.co.us, 970-487-3407, 800-678-2267, 15247 N. 6/10 Rd. Unit A, Collbran 81624 H r m U $ CARBONDALE ASSOCIATIONS/CHAMBERS CARBONDALE CHAMBER AND TOURISM COUNCIL OF CARBONDALE One of Outside Magazine ’s “Best Towns,” A National Geographic Adventure “Top 12 Town” in the “50 Next Great Places to Live and Play.” In the shadow of Mt. Sopris, sits your basecamp for adventure — hiking, biking, Gold Medal fly-fishing and more. carbondale. com, chamber@carbondale.com, 970-963-1890, 520 S. 3rd St., Suite 3, Carbondale 81623 HOTELS/MOTELS CENTRAL CITY ATTRACTIONS CENTRAL CITY OPERA A professional summer opera festival presented in an 1878 opera house, July through August, with two main-stage productions including both contemporary and standard opera and musical theater pieces, along with two one-act operas in alternate spaces. centralcityopera.org, admin@centralcity opera.org, 303-292-6700, 800-851-8175, 124 Eureka St., Central City 80427 F $–$$ — yours to keep with tour! Gold panning as well. The Hidee Gold Mine is well-lit with level ground and safety inspected by the state. A recognized Colorado Heritage Tour and a USA Today 10 Best Attraction in 2016. hideegoldmine.com, info@hideegoldmine.com, 720-548-0343, 1950 Hidee Mine Rd., Central City 80427 COLORADO SPRINGS ATTRACTIONS BATTLEFIELD COLORADO Colorado’s only outdoor laser-tag adventure is rated 5-stars by virtually all our visitors. Our exciting, military-themed urban missions immerse you in the action. Family friendly, so there’s no pain or sweaty vests — just adrenaline-packed fun! battle fieldcolorado.com, info@battlefieldcolorado.com, 719-599-3000, 120 W Costilla St., Colorado Springs 80903 entire arts district under one roof. One of 16 charter members of the American Association of Museums, a TCG-member theater company and arts education with the Bemis School of Art offering classes for every age and skill level. csfineartscenter.org, info@csfinearts center.org, 719-634-5581, 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs 80903 F U where Olympic dreams begin. Guided tours conducted Monday through Saturday. teamusa.org/about-the-usoc/olympic-training-centers/csotc/tours, csotc.visitorcenter@usoc.org, 719-866-4618, 1 Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs 80909 “Today is Tomorrow’s History,” the Friends of Dr. Lester L. Williams Fire Museum is dedicated to coordinating and overseeing the resources of this museum, which consists of Dr. Williams’ lifelong collection of fire memorabilia. williamsfiremuseum.com, info@williamsfiremuseum.com, 719-385-5950, 375 Printers Pkwy., Colorado Springs 80910 No. 1-visited attraction, 14-minute HD movie, nature museum, 30 exhibits, award-winning gift shop, cafe with spectacular views, free park map, guided walks, nature talks, birdwatching, hiking. New interactive exhibits now open! Free nature center. gardenofgods.com, office@gardenofgods.com, 719-634-6666, 1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs 80904 H F U equally colorful legends of professional rodeo. Guests start their tour in the Hall of Champions and continue their way through exhibits about saddles, chaps, hats and other rodeo equipment over the decades. prorodeohalloffame.com, stadken@prorodeo.com, 719-528-4764, 101 Pro Rodeo Dr., Colorado Springs 80919 COMFORT INN & SUITES CARBONDALE This Carbondale hotel is minutes from the White River National Forest, Colorado Mountain College, Aspen Mountain and the Hot Springs Lodge and Pool. choicehotels.com/col orado/carbondale/comfort-inn-hotels/co116, lily.feng@ prismhotels.com, 970-963-8880, 800-473-5980, 920 Cowen Dr., Carbondale 81623 G H J K p r m CASCADE ATTRACTIONS NORTH POLE HOME OF SANTA’S WORKSHOP Santa’s Workshop is a Christmas-themed amusement park. This enchanted park has something for everyone in your family. We have more than two dozen family-friendly rides for your pleasure. Browse through shops, watch a magic show or visit our arcade! northpolecolorado. com, santashelper@santas-colo.com, 719-684-9432, 5050 Pikes Peak Hwy., Cascade 80809 U COLORADO SPRINGS FINE ARTS CENTER The FAC is an HIDEE GOLD MINE Mine a gold-ore specimen at the vein COLORADO SPRINGS OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER See CLARK GUEST/DUDE RANCHES VISTA VERDE RANCH Escape to our seclud-ed ranch resort and enjoy the comforts of luxurious accommodations, gourmet meals and a wide variety of guided outdoor activities, both summer and winter. All-inclusive packages make vacation planning easy and relaxing while you’re here! vistaverde.com, reserva tions@vistaverde.com, 970-879-3858, 800-526-7433, 58000 Cowboy Way, Clark 80428 G E J I K F r $$$$ LODGES/CABINS ROCKY MOUNTAIN LODGE & CABINS B&B lodge and DR. LESTER WILLIAMS FIRE MUSEUM In recognizing that cabins in the mountains at Pikes Peak near Colorado Springs. Kitchens, fireplaces, hot tubs, mountain views. Romantic getaways and family vacations. 4-bed, 5-bath lodge for USAFA graduation, CC graduation, holidays, vacations; sleeps 8. rockymountainlodge. com, info@rockymountainlodge.com, 719-684-2521, 4680 Hagerman Ave., Cascade 80809 J K p r m $–$$$ GARDEN OF THE GODS VISITOR AND NATURE CENTER RV/CAMPGROUNDS LODGES/CABINS LONE DUCK FAMILY CAMPGROUND AND CABINS Two THE HOME RANCH Colorado’s only Relais & Châteaux miles west of Hwy. 24 from Pikes Peak Highway. Pool, splash pad, fishing, playground, basketball court, pan-cake breakfast, laundry, WiFi, grass, shade and camp-fires. Bike tours. loneduckcamp.com, oneloneduck@ aol.com, 719-684-9907, 8855 W. Hwy. 24, Cascade 80809 G H affiliated guest ranch is located 18 miles north of Steamboat Springs. Relax in comfortable rooms and cabins, savor “haut mountain” cuisine and enjoy hiking, fly-fishing, horseback trail rides, cross-country skiing. homeranch.com, info@homeranch.com, 970-879-1780, 54880 R.C.R. 129, Clark 80428 G J K F p r $$$$ PRO RODEO HALL OF FAME Visit the colorful history and CASTLE ROCK ATTRACTIONS EPIC SKY TREK An aerial trekking course with three full levels, featuring more than 110 challenging elements. Colorado’s best challenge and aerial trekking course, built on the amazing and technically sound KristallTurm platform. castlerockziplinetours.com/Epic_Sky_Trek. html, zip@castlerockziplinetours.com, 720-733-9477, 1375 Plum Creek Pkwy., Castle Rock 80109 RECREATION PEARL LAKE STATE PARK Nestled in the mountains, this peaceful park sits in a quiet lakeside setting. Overlooking Farwell Mountain, camp along the shoreline or on a ridge with amazing views. There’s excellent fish-ing for cutthroat trout. cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/ parks/pearllake, steamboat.lake@state.co.us, 970-879-3922, 61105 County Rd. 129, Clark 80428 H $ ern Colorado at the base of historic Hahn’s Peak, Steamboat Lake offers year-around recreational oppor-tunities. Relax in a cabin, campsite or yurt. cpw.state. co.us/placestogo/parks/steamboatlake, steamboat. lake@state.co.us, 970-879-3922, 61105 County Rd. 129, Clark 80428 H U BED & BREAKFASTS STEAMBOAT LAKE STATE PARK Located in northwest-AUTHENTIC BED & BREAKFAST INNS & COTTAGES OF THE PIKES PEAK REGION B&B inns, cabins and cottages in the Pikes Peak region. Elegant Victorian, Southwestern retreat, rustic lodge, modern luxury, cabins or cottages in mountain settings or in town, including Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, Cascade and Woodland Park. colorado-bed-breakfast.com, info@colorado-bed-breakfast.com, 719-685-5354, 1102 W. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs 80904 K r m U COLORADO.COM / 199
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