Visitor Directory | COME TO LIFE ATTRACTIONS CHIMNEY ROCK NATIONAL MONUMENT An amazing archaeological site in southwestern Colorado. Walk in the footsteps of the enigmatic ancestral Puebloans of Choco Canyon culture, following pathways that haven’t changed for 1,000 years, see archaeological structures and abundant wildlife. facebook.com/chimneyrockco, chimneyrock@chimneyrockco.org, 970-731-7133, 877-444-6777, 3179 CO Hwy. 151, Pagosa Springs, 81147 U PAONIA LODGES & CABINS ELECTRIC MOUNTAIN LODGE The Electric Mountain Lodge is remote and tucked away at 9,200 feet atop the Grand Mesa. This ultimate mountain getaway features a renovated lodge, restaurant, bar and cabins, with snowmobile/ UTV rentals and countless outdoor-excursion opportunities. esvrm.com/electric-mountain-lodge, reservations@esvrm.com, 888-403-7876, 41348 Electric Mountain Ln., Paonia, 81428 H J F p U SALIDA TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS CHAFFEE COUNTY VISITOR’S BUREAU Chaffee County is 100 percent Colorado! It stars the small towns of Buena Vista, Salida, Poncha Springs and Monarch Mountain. Surrounded by 15 14,000-foot peaks and bordered by the Arkansas River, these historical downtowns have it all. colorfulcolorado.com, scott@colorfulcolorado.com, 800-831-8594, 406 W. Rainbow Blvd., Salida, 81201 FESTIVALS & EVENTS BREWS OF RESCUES BREWFEST APRIL 22 Pagosa Fun! and Rugby’s Rescue House would like to invite you to an exciting new event: Brews for Rescues Brewfest is just as much for your dog as it is for you. On Saturday, April 22, regional favorite breweries will come to Pagosa Springs. pagosafun.com PUEBLO ATTRACTIONS EL PUEBLO HISTORY MUSEUM Showcasing the region’s history, the site includes a museum, modern exhibits, unique gift shop, 1840s-style adobe trading post and archaeological excavation for the 1842 El Pueblo trading post. Mon.– Sat., 10am–4pm. In summer, also open Sun., noon–4pm. elpueblohistorymuseum.org, dianne.archuleta@state.co.us, 719-583-0453, 301 N. Union Ave., Pueblo, 81003 U SALIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE/HEART OF THE ROCKIES Historical Salida, located next to 14,000-foot peaks and the Arkansas River. Shops and art galleries add to the charm. Skiing/snowboarding, snowmobiling, dog sledding, rafting, kayaking, hot-springs pool, ziplining, fishing, hiking and mountain biking. salidachamber.org, desk@salidachamber.org, 719-539-2068, 877-772-5432, 406 W. Hwy. 50, Salida, 81201 OKTOBERFEST OCT. 7 Pagosa Fun! is collaborating with Rugby’s Rescue House, a local dog rescue that focuses on rescuing dogs from surrounding reservations, to host the 3rd Annual family-friendly, Oktoberfest Pagosa in Town Park on Saturday, October 7. pagosafun.com, Town Park LODGES & CABINS CREEKSIDE CHALETS AND CABINS Why go to the mountains and not stay in the mountains? At only 10 minutes to Monarch Ski Area, our 9 cabins have full kitchens, king-size beds, 9 private hot tubs and free wifi, and are located in an aspen grove with 1/4 mile of creek frontage on the property. creeksidechalets.com, reservations@creeksidechalets.com, 719-539-6953, 866-539-6953, 16724 W. US Hwy. 50, Salida, 81201 H J p r m U $–$$$$ OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS DEC. 16 The lights will be twinkling, temps dropping and the spirit of the holidays will fill the air. Plan to join us for the Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration — a magical walk along our downtown River Walk through decorated booths and celebrate the season. visitpagosasprings.com/events, info@visitpagosasprings.com, 970-585-1200 SANGRE DE CRISTO ARTS AND CONFERENCE CENTER The Sangre de Cristo Arts Center offers high-quality visual art exhibitions, performing arts, dance, the award-winning Buell Children’s Museum, comprehensive arts education programs and beautiful venues for events. sdc-arts.org, mail@sdc-arts.org, 719-295-7200, 210 N. Santa Fe Ave., Pueblo, 81003 U HOTELS & MOTELS HEALING WATERS RESORT & SPA Relaxing hot-springs resort in the heart of downtown Pagosa Springs, steps away from river fun, hiking, cross-country skiing, dining and shopping. Comfortable rooms, suites and park-model cabins. Hot springs, swimming pool, hot tub and indoor hot baths. pshotsprings.com, stay@pshotsprings.com, 970-264-5910, 800-832-5523, 317 Hot Springs Blvd., Pagosa Springs, 81147 G J p FESTIVALS & EVENTS PUEBLO CHILE & FRIJOLES FESTIVAL SEPT. 22–24 Celebrate the Spiciest Harvest Festival at the Pueblo Chile & Frijoles Festival. Held throughout 10 blocks of historical downtown Union Ave, it has live entertainment, street vendors, cooking competitions and the king of crops … the Pueblo chile! pueblochilefestival.com SARGENTS TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS TOWN OF SARGENTS With breathtaking scenery all around, Sargents is a mecca for outdoor recreation. Enjoy world-class dirt-biking, off-roading, mountain biking, fishing, camping, hiking, hunting, snowmobiling and skiing. Adventure awaits! 970-641-0674, 71420 US Hwy. 50, Sargents, 81248 RIVERWALK INN OF PAGOSA SPRINGS Modern, rustic-style boutique downtown hotel by the river. Courtyard patio overlooks mountains and river. Hot tub, dry sauna and complimentary continental breakfast. Easy to walk to hot springs, restaurants and local shops. Highly rated by guests. pagosariverwalkinn.com, firstinnoffice@gmail.com, 970-264-4161, 260 E. Pagosa St., Pagosa Springs, 81147 J K p r m U R A NG ELY TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS RANGELY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Rangely is a hidden utopia of solitude and recreation. Come for hunting, fishing, petroglyphs, sonic art center, OHV trails, hiking, biking, rock climbing, golfing and museums. rangelychamber.com, rangelychamber@gmail.com, 970-675-5290, 255 E. Main St., Suite A, Rangely, 81648 SEDALIA DUDE & GUEST RANCHES LOST VALLEY RANCH Lost Valley Ranch is a one-of-a-kind dude ranch. The recipient of the prestigious AAA Four Diamond award for 45 consecutive years, we’ve been providing unforgettable Colorado guest-ranch experiences for adventurers and families alike since 1961. lostvalleyranch.com, info@lostvalleyranch.com, 303-647-2311, 29555 Goose Creek Rd., Sedalia, 80135 G J I p r $$$$ THE SPRINGS RESORT Enjoy 25 soaking pools fed by the world’s deepest geothermal hot spring on record. Our public bathhouse, spa, hotel and Barefoot Grill lie on the banks of the San Juan River in southwest Colorado and are open 365 days a year; only 30 minutes to Wolf Creek. pagosahotsprings.com, info@pagosahotsprings.com, 970-264-4168, 800-225-0934, 323 Hot Springs Blvd., Pagosa Springs, 81147 G E H J F p r m U $$$–$$$$ REDSTONE LODGES & CABINS AVALANCHE RANCH CABINS & HOT SPRINGS Thirteen log cabins, three covered wagons, a tiny house, one-bedroom loft apartment, plus three-bedroom house all with spectacular Rocky Mountain views. Common lodge, three hot-springs pools, stocked trout pond, riverfront and activities on 36 acres. avalancheranch.com, info@avalancheranch.com, 970-963-2846, 12863 State Hwy. 133, Redstone, 81623 G H J r $$ SILVERTHORNE SHOPPING OUTLETS AT SILVERTHORNE Offering a distinctive shopping experience in a beautiful Rocky Mountain setting. Save 30–70 percent on our collection of name-brand stores such as Williams-Sonoma, Calvin Klein, Under Armour, GAP, Coach, Banana Republic, J Crew, Levi’s and more. outletsatsilverthorne.com, info@outletsatsilverthorne.com, 970-468-5780, 246-V Rainbow Dr., Silverthorne, 80498 U PALISADE HOTELS & MOTELS WINE COUNTRY INN An 80-room Victorian-style boutique hotel, Wine Country Inn sits in 21 acres of vineyards and offers a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, ballroom and public room venues, free internet, fitness center, business center, gift shop. Bar and restaurant. coloradowinecountryinn.com, innkeeper@coloradowinecountryinn.com, 970-464-5777, 888-855-8330, 777 Grande River Dr., Palisade, 81526 G E H J K F p r m U $$ SAGUACHE TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS & VISITOR CENTERS TOWN OF SAGUACHE/SAGUACHE COUNTY Visit the Old Spanish Trail, the last linotype newspaper in the US, the Historic Ute Theater and three hot springs, and enjoy watching our wildlife. Stop in our friendly, art-enriched ranching community. Come to visit — come to stay. townofsaguache.org, info@saguachetourism.com, 719-655-6202, 501 4th St., Saguache, 81149 SILVERTON ATTRACTIONS OLD HUNDRED GOLD MINE TOUR Go 1/3 mile underground in a real gold mine. Ride an electric mine train. See live mining demonstrations using air drills, a mucker and more. Learn the secrets of the “honey” wagon. Free gold and silver panning with tour purchase. No reservations needed. minetour.com, info@minetour.com, 970-387-5444, 800-872-3009, 721 County Rd. 4-A, Silverton, 81433 COLORADO . COM 185
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