Attractions
How far do I have to go for Rocky Mountain . . . skiing or snowboarding?
Just 10 easy-driving minutes!
Golfing? 8 miles, just west of Salida. Imagine the view on our local 9-hole course.
Biking? There are numerous bike trails nearby or step outside the cabin door. The cabin sits along CR #220, perfect for biking.
Whitewater Rafting? 10 miles. The Arkansas River is the West's best. We have numerous local rafting companies.
Hot Springs Bathing? There are 4 hot springs within 30 minutes. The closest hot springs waters are at Salida's Community Pool, just 10 minutes away. All others are in the open air.
Monarch Mountain, on the Continental Divide, is just ten minutes from the cabin, with 800 acres of "champagne powder" snow. Why fight the crowds when Monarch feels like it's all yours? We now offer "ski and stay" discounted lift passes for our house guests.Web site also offers newly revised trail map.
www.skimonarch.com
Skiing / snowboard rentals and gear located 1 mile from cabin.
www.mtshavanoskishop.com
Great Snowmobiling and ATV tours - All Seasons Adventures
www.allseasonrentals.com
Monarch Dog Sled rides
www.monarchdogsledrides.com
Discounted rafting with one of Colorado's oldest rafting companies, they are "Whitewater Professionals" specializing in trips on the Arkansas River.
www.riverrunnersltd.com
Web site for bicycling gear and rentals, also displays 5 trail maps.
www.absolutebikes.com
Guided tour of the area, including ghost towns, winter wildlife tours.
www.funtimejeeptours.com
Fly fishing lessons and guides just minutes away. Custom rock climbing instructional trips.
www.canyonmarine.com
Colorado's largest indoor hot spring pool is 10 minutes away.
www.salidarec.com/public-pool/
Mt Princeton Outdoor Hot Springs
www.mtprinceton.com/hot-springs/
Great site for area information (dining, galleries, and local events calendar)
www.salidachamber.org
Nice overview of towns in the area and their activities.
www.centralcolorado.com
Features historic Salida's walking tour.
www.salidacolorado.com