Explore the Outdoors in Marble, Redstone & Carbondale

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Hike to an abandoned mill, see waterfalls cascading near the roadside and explore an art gallery or two in a Certified Colorado Creative District. This weekend journey won't disappoint.

Sustainability Activity
Trail Work For A Day

Bring your bike, work boots, work gloves and a friend to help keep Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association's trails looking A-OK.

Day
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avalanche ranch cabins & hot springs photo
Activity
Avalanche Ranch Cabins & Hot Springs
On 36 acres located in the heart of the Roacky Mountains, Avalanche Ranch is the perfect cabin getaway. Thirteen charming log cabins, a tiny house…
Lunch
Slow Groovin BBQ Marble
We are not expected to adhere to a certain style of barbecue by critics or long standing regional traditions. This allows us to adopt our favorite…
Activity
Hike to Crystal Mill

This 9-mile trail near Marble is home to one of Colorado's hidden gems — a mill perched high above the Crystal River. It makes for breathtaking photos but be prepared to spend at least half a day hiking.

Activity
See Some Waterfalls

The Hayes Creek Waterfalls are a short walk from the road on Highway 133. Snap some photos of these cascading falls during golden hour.

Lodging
Redstone Castle Suites and Historic Tours
Welcome to the suites at the historic Redstone Castle, built in 1902 to impress John Osgood's wealthy friends and barons of industry. Select your…
Day
2
Breakfast
Silo Culinary Productions
SILO’s philosophy is all about simplicity. Our classic American fare allows the fresh, local ingredients to speak for themselves. Whenever possible,…
Activity
Hike Red Hill

Hop on this singletrack to get your morning off to a blood-pumping start. This 6.2-mile intermediate loop is just what the doctor ordered.

Lunch
The Homestead Bar & Grill
Our menu includes vegetarian, vegan and gluten free choices as well. Come relax on our welcoming patio that offers simply the best views of Mt Sopris…
Activity
Shaboomee SUP
Providing SUP instruction, sales, rentals, fitness and yoga, touring, retreats Aspen, Carbondale, Glenwood Springs and beyond.
Dinner
Axkawa
The best Mexican food in Colorado — or pretty darn close. Tacos, tortas, burritos, soups, beer and margaritas.
Activity
Explore Carbondale's Art Scene

Carbondale is home to one of Colorado's Certified Creative Districts. It offers up opportunities to meet with artists, see them at work and maybe even purchase a little souvenir from one of the galleries to take home.

Lodging
Stay in a Tiny House

Spend the night in this tiny home within walking distance of downtown Carbondale.

Day
3
Breakfast
The Village Smithy Restaurant
A legendary tradition in the Roaring Fork Valley since 1975, the Village Smithy is everyone's choice for the best breakfasts available in the…
Activity
True Nature Healing Arts Organic Cafe
An intentional sanctuary, True Nature Healing Arts offers yoga in Carbondale, CO. We also have a tea room, Ayurvedic spa and eco-friendly boutique…
Insider's Tip
Stay for Lunch

True Nature Healing has a cafe open daily with organic soups, salads, baked goods and smoothies.

Activity
Whitewater Rafting, LLC
Colorado River rafting for all levels!  Located in beautiful Glenwood Springs, Colorado, you will plenty of adventure activities for all ages…
Dinner
Phat Thai Restaurant
We're a curious new breed of southeast Asian eatery, offering imaginative food and tasty drink inspired by our travels to Thailand, Malaysia,…
Activity
Steve's Guitars
Steve's Guitars has been in the Dinkel Building since 1993 and has presented live music every week for the last 10 years. Our music room is not a bar…
Lodging
Spend a Night Under the Stars

Surround yourself with scrub foliage, views of the Rockies and free campsites at Prince Creek.