COME TO LIFE | Visitor Directory G Swimming Pool E Exercise/Fitness Facilities H Pets Allowed J Free Wifi I Airport Shuttle K Complimentary Breakfast U ADA-Compliant F Restaurant On Site p Free Parking r In-Room Refrigerator m In-Room Microwave The dollar symbols indicate how much you can expect to pay for an average hotel room. $ = Less than $100 $$ = $101–200 $$$ = $201–299 $$$$ = $300 and Up MANCOS TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS MANCOS VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE/ VISITOR CENTER Mancos sits on the cusp of mountains where you can camp, fish, mountain bike and hike. Mancos is the closest town to the entrance of Mesa Verde National Park, a World Heritage Site and the only national park dedicated to ancient cliff dwellings. mancosvalley.com, chamber@ mancosvalley.com, 970-533-7434, 101 E. Bauer Ave., Mancos, 81328 U FESTIVALS & EVENTS MANITOU SPRINGS COLORADO WINE FESTIVAL JUNE 3 Sample and purchase wine from 35 plus Colorado wineries, delicious food, live music and gift vendors at the base of Pikes Peak. Stay near the festival for the weekend and enjoy our charming and walkable, historical downtown. manitousprings.org, manitou@pikes-peak.com, 719-685-5089, 800-642-2567 MONTROSE ATTRACTIONS UTE INDIAN MUSEUM Celebrate the history and the living culture of Colorado’s longest continuous residents at the Ute Indian Museum in Montrose. Open Mon.–Sat. 9am–4:30pm, Sun. 11am–4pm. historycolorado.org/ute-indian-museum, cj.brafford@state.co.us, 970-249-3098, 17253 Chipeta Dr., Montrose, 81401 U 2023 EMMA CRAWFORD COFFIN RACES OCT. 28 Watch the hearse parade followed by 70-plus coffin-racing teams on Manitou Ave. in this signature event. Contests for Best Emma, Best Coffin and Best Entourage ensue, as does the After Party at Soda Springs Park with live music, a beer garden and more. manitousprings.org, manitou@pikes-peak.com, 719-685-5089 MORRISON ATTRACTIONS MORRISON NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM Small museum, big discoveries. Encounter historic and modern local fossil discoveries with expert guides and hands-on exhibits. mnhm.org, info@mnhm.org, 303-697-1873, 501 Colorado Hwy. 8, Morrison, 80465 MANITOU SPRINGS TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS MANITOU SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, VISITORS BUREAU & OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Enjoy the mineral drinking springs and our historic charm. Shops, galleries, museums, casual to fine dining, variety of lodging. Centrally located, close to attractions and hiking trails. Perfect for getaways/family vacations. Year-round. Visitors guide. manitousprings.org, manitou@pikes-peak.com, 719-685-5089, 877-590-9798, 354 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, 80829 co-op HOTELS & MOTELS CLIFF HOUSE AT PIKES PEAK Ten minutes from downtown Colorado Springs. Travel + Leisure’s Top 100 Hotels of the World. The romance of Clark Gable and the Wild West of Buffalo Bill. Amenity fee includes hot breakfast, wifi, fitness center and turndown service. thecliffhouse.com, info@thecliffhouse.com, 719-685-3000, 888-212-7000, 306 Canon Ave., Manitou Springs, 80829 E J I K F r U $$–$$$$ DINING THE FORT RESTAURANT Join us for some shinin’ times at The Fort! This award-winning restaurant sells more buffalo steaks than any other independently owned restaurant in the country and is known for its “New Foods of the Old West” menu and cocktails. thefort.com, fortmail@thefort.com, 303-697-4771, 19192 Hwy. 8, Morrison, 80465 U MARBLE LODGES & CABINS BEAVER LAKE LODGE & CABINS Historical lodge and cabins in Marble, a small mountain town rich in outdoor activities and history. Fishing, hiking, backcountry skiing, paddleboarding, canoeing, Jeep tours and horseback riding. $150–$225. 970-963-2504. beaverlakelodge.com, 970-963-2504, 201 E. Silver St., Marble, 81623 H p r m $$ RECREATION GEO TOURS WHITEWATER RAFT TRIPS Raft: Clear Creek (closest to Denver), Arkansas River (Buena Vista) or Upper Colorado River (Winter Park, Vail and Breckenridge). Headquartered just 20 mins. from downtown Denver. Group discounts. 40-plus years. Est. 1981. Group transportation available. georafting.com, info@georafting.com, 303-756-6070, 800-660-7238, 229 Colorado Hwy. 8, Morrison, 80465 MEEKER TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS MEEKER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE A small town nestled on the outskirts of the White River National Forest and Flat Tops Wilderness, Meeker is known for its exceptional outdoor recreation, National Historic District, unique shops and welcoming citizens. visitmeekercolorado.com, director@meekerchamber.com, 970-878-5510, 710 Market St., Meeker, 81641 MOSCA ATTRACTIONS COLORADO GATORS REPTILE PARK Reptile rescue park. See more than 300 alligators, including Mr. Bo Mangles the albino alligator, tortoises, pythons and much more. World’s only alligator-wrestling class. Kids can take a reptile-handling class. Educational school programs offered. coloradogators.com, colog8rs@gmail.com, 719-378-2612, 9162 Ln. 9 N., Mosca, 81146 rself Park You MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK BOOK YOUR VACA TION TODA Y! HOTELS & MOTELS GREAT SAND DUNES LODGE Come and enjoy the peace and serenity of the Great Sand Dunes National Park at the Great Sand Dunes Lodge. Relax at the foot of the majestic Sangre De Cristo mountain range during your stay at our lodge at the entrance of the national park. gsdlodge.com, gsdlodge@hotmail.com, 719-378-2900, 7900 State Hwy. 150, Mosca, 81146 Here LODGES & CABINS MESA VERDE – FAR VIEW LODGE The only lodging inside Mesa Verde National Park. Breathtaking views, award-winning cuisine, guided tours of Ancestral Puebloan dwellings, invigorating solitude and endless wildlife watching. RV and camping. Native American handicrafts. visitmesaverde.com, mesaverde-customerservice@aramark.com, 970-564-4300, 800-449-2288, 1 Navajo Hill, Mesa Verde National Park, 81330 H J F p r U Experience all that Mesa Verde National Park has to offer. In-Park Lodging • Campground • Guided and Private Tours Distinctive Dining • Handicrafts From 8 Native American Tribes PAGOSA SPRINGS TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS PAGOSA SPRINGS AREA VISITOR CENTER Nestled in the majestic San Juan Mountains, Pagosa Springs is the perfect spot to truly get away. With more than 3 million acres of wilderness and amazing hot springs, there’s plenty of space to pursue your favorite activities or explore a new one. visitpagosasprings.com, info@visitpagosasprings.com, 970-585-1200, 800-252-2204, 105 Hot Springs Blvd., Pagosa Springs, 81147 U MOFFAT HOTELS & MOTELS JOYFUL JOURNEY HOT SPRINGS SPA & EVENT CENTER Joyful Journey is a sanctuary for the soul; a peaceful oasis nestled beneath the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. Mineral-rich pool waters are drained and cleaned daily and chemical free. Stay overnight in a hotel room, yurt, tipi, RV or campsite. joyfuljourneyhotsprings.com, marketing@jjhotsprings.com, 719-256-4328, 28640 CR 58 EE, Moffat, 81143 G H J K p U $$ 866.796.3534 | VisitMesaVerde.com Concessions in Mesa Verde National Park are managed by Aramark and authorized by the National Park Service. 184 1-800-COLORADO
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