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The Royal Gorge Region: The Warmer Side of Winter

If you're seeking warmer climates in the colder months, visit the Royal Gorge region, where temperatures tend to stay warmer, thanks to the region's banana belt location. Your whole family can enjoy the area with trips to see dinosaurs, outdoor experiences and more.

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Travel Like a Local

There are special places and unique vistas around nearly every Colorado corner. You can help ensure these places exist for generations to come by staying on roads and trails, keeping speeds in check, leaving campsites and picnic spots just as you found them, and following instructional signs while you’re out and about in our state.

Day 1

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Stroll along the Arkansas River

Stroll along Cañon City’s Arkansas Riverwalk Trail, which follows the Arkansas River for more than seven miles, winding through wetlands, groves of…

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Bunk House Burgers

Bunk House Burgers is a locally owned, family partnership that is proud of its ranching history.

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The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey has been making its own wines since 2002 and has won over 100 awards and medals in prestigious international wine competitions…

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Momo Sushi Bar, Wok & Grill

Treat yourself today from our pan-Asian Kitchen or Sushi Bar Menu offering over 100 specialty items.

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Whitewater Bar & Grill

The Whitewater Bar & Grill, Royal Gorge Rafting & Zipline tours make the perfect combination to any Colorado vacation! The Whitewater Bar &…

Insider's Tip

Grab a Cold One

Have an ice-cold beer in a Mason jar at Whitewater Bar and Grill before heading off to bed. 

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Royal Gorge Cabins

Royal Gorge Cabins offers 9 luxury cabin rentals in 1- and 2-bedroom sizes, as well as glamping tent rentals. Located 1 hour from Colorado Springs and…

Day 2

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The Bean Pedaler

Craft coffee, manual brews, espresso bar, signature drinks, real fruit and green tea smoothies, Italian Sodas, house made pastries, bicycles, good music,…

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The Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience

Experience the ultimate dinosaur adventure and home of the world-famous 'Bone Wars'! Come learn why our area is famous for dinos in a fun, guided museum…

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Ortega's

Check out our local Mexican food right in downtown Cañon City.

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Go Antiquing

Head to Florence, Colorado’s antique capital to peruse more than a dozen antique stores.

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Papa's Pizza

Papa's Restaurant has the best pizza in Florence and Fremont County, Colorado. Calzones, pasta, salads and sandwiches--all Excellent!

Call 719-784-7888…

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Green Parrot Lounge

The Parrot — booze and food, wifi, pool tables, dart boards, shuffle boards and video games.

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Lark Landing B&B

Lark Landing B&B is a luxury guest retreat offering an exclusive private suite overlooking the Arkansas River.

Day 3

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Two Sisters Restaurant

Homestyle and Mexican food. Breakfast (served all day), lunch and dinner. Friendly and clean atmosphere.

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Climb Your Way to New Heights

Believe it or not, it’s entirely possible to go rock climbing in Cañon City during the winter and just north of town is Shelf Road, one of Colorado’s…

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DiRitos Italian Restaurant

DiRito's Italian Restaurant proudly offers their daily homemade bread, signature roasted garlic, homemade meatballs and sausage, as well as numerous…

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Fremont Center for the Arts

Rotating, multi-media fine art shows by regional artists along with classes, interactive cultural activities and historical displays for children and…

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World's End Brewing Company

This locally loved Cañon City brew pub boasts a wide array of craft brews — from fruit beers and coffee stouts to ales and pilsners — as well as a food…

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Get Spooked

Take a nighttime self-guided tour of cemeteries in Fremont County for some spooky fun. Fremont County cemeteries date back to 1865, 11 years before…

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Bighorn Mountaintop Lodge

With a rustic fireplace, three bedrooms, two baths, a spacious modern kitchen, and laundry facilities, an overnight or extended honeymoon at the Bighorn…

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