3 Days
Sit back, relax and let the Chaffee County towns of Buena Vista, Salida and Poncha Springs do their thing. They love to ensure their guests are cared for.
Sustainability Activity
Volunteer with Salida Mountain Trails
Salida Mountain Trails is an all-volunteer organization committed to building and maintaining sustainable, non-motorized, multi-user trails on public lands near the city of Salida.
Itinerary Tip
Mindful Awareness
One of the area's hidden gems is the Salida Sangha. Their pop-up outdoor-meditation hours are instrumental to the well-being of this community.
Day 1
activity
Start With a Hike
You have likely been in a car for some time, so take a hike on the Little Rainbow trail and enjoy the views!
lunch
Boathouse Cantina
We serve fresh, organic and local produce and there is no doubt that you can taste the difference! Sit next to the river and sip on one of our house-engineered…
activity
Riveting Experience Jewelry
Design and wine, make your own jewelry studio. Come join us as we share our passion for making beautiful things by hand. Explore the many possibilities…
dinner
216 Ferraro's
Specializing in fresh house-made pasta daily, including spaghetti, fettuccine, linguini, pappardelle, rigatoni and ravioli. Fresh Oysters & Daily…
activity
Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort
Located in Nathrop between and . Ideal for family vacations, romantic getaways, or . Enjoy a one-day experience or relax with an overnight stay at…
lodging
Loyal Duke Lodge
Loyal Duke Lodge is the ideal basecamp for families, hardcore nature enthusiasts and everyone that wants to discover the unique wonders of Salida and…
Day 2
breakfast
Bunny and Clyde's Corner Café and Market
Open every day for breakfast, lunch and the best coffee! Indian lunch specials noon-4pm.
activity
Time to Get Out & Get Your Heart Beating
Snowshoe Fooses Creek. Keep your eyes peeled for moose and always give them their space. Rent your snowshoes at .
Itinerary Tip
Backcountry Safety
Get out in front of backcountry danger this winter, and keep safety top of mind! Seek education and training prior to heading out, or utilize a professional guide or a seasoned mentor to explore Colorado's backcountry. Find more ways to get informed and stay safe in Colorado.
lunch
Elevation Beer Company
We all had the same dream of starting a brewery that brewed the highest quality barrel aged and specialty beers we could imagine. At the same time we…
activity
Hit the Road
Salida is surrounded by wonders. Take the 1.5-hours drive down to the San Luis Valley and hit Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. Don't forget…
dinner
Tony's Restaurant
American and Mexican food, simply prepared and a great value.
activity
Retail Therapy
Get some shopping done on Salida's Main Street and check out the lights on Christmas Mountain along the way.
lodging
Loyal Duke Lodge
Loyal Duke Lodge is the ideal basecamp for families, hardcore nature enthusiasts and everyone that wants to discover the unique wonders of Salida and…
Day 3
breakfast
Little Red Hen Bakery
European-inspired breads that we bake daily in our conventional indoor ovens, as well as biscotti, granola, Scottish shortbread, scones, muffins, cinnamon…
activity
St. Elmo Ghost Town
It is said that St. Elmo's population rode the last train out of town and never came back.
lunch
Mo Burrito
Burritos, bowls, tacos, salads, nachos, quesadillas and much more, with tasty extras like spice-ranch pickled onions, handmade salsa and more.
activity
Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa
Come soak in Colorado's purest, geothermal, gravity-fed mineral spas. Historically noted for their medicinal and therapeutic value, the springs were…
dinner
House Rock Kitchen
House Rock Kitchen is a fast casual, from scratch, healthy, fun option in Buena Vista.
lodging
Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa
Get a massage at Cottonwood before retiring for the night in one of their cozy lodge rooms.