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Mountain-Bike Adventures in Cañon City

Experience epic downhill thrills with some of south-central Colorado's most spectacular scenery as a backdrop on Cañon City’s stellar mountain-biking trails.

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How to Give Back to These Special Places

Donate to Fremont Adventure Recreation and Look for the "1% for Trails" sign in store windows around town, which will donate a portion of sales to local trail systems.

Day 1

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Ride South Canyon Trails

The South Canon Trails is a network of singletrack, some brand-new and purpose built, others old social trails, that connect from the edge of Cañon…

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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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Ride Royal Gorge Park Trails

Discover miles of new trails for hiking, biking and strolling. Numerous trail systems, including the region’s newest — the Royal Gorge Park Trails —…

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Pizza Madness

One of the best pizza places and restaurants in Canon City! Come enjoy award winning, handcrafted pizza, fresh salads, made to order calzones and fresh…

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Museum of Colorado Prisons

Cañon City in southern Colorado is the home of the Museum of Colorado Prisons, a showcase of the atmosphere and exhibits of days, staff and inmates…

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Royal Gorge KOA Kampground

The Royal Gorge/Canon City KOA is located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains with panoramic views of spectacular scenery.Located close to horseback…

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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Ride at Oil Well Flats

Twelve miles of single-track trails invite trail users to Oil Well Flats with its spectacular views of the valley below and the Sangre De Cristo Mountain…

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Bridge View BBQ

Bridge View BBQ, where a whole smorgasbord of southern cooking is at your fingertips. Stop in for a cut of their brisket, delicious sammies, cheesy…

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Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Step aboard the to embark upon a breathtaking journey that began 140 years ago. Like a bar-room brawl on wheels, two companies vied for the route and…

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Dinner on the Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Book the Dinner or Murder Mystery Train Packages to pair dishes like Colorado-raised, slow-roasted prime rib with fine beer or wine as your watch the…

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Stroll on the Arkansas Riverwalk Trail

The Arkansas Riverwalk contains 7 milesof trail that wind along the Arkansas River through Cañon City and beyond. The trail covers many types of terrain…

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The Victorian Church Inn

It's OK to fall asleep in this former church built in 1902. Enjoy a peaceful night's sleep in the choir loft along with an outdoor patio and pond, a…

Day 3

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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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Royal Gorge Anglers

The oldest flyshop and fly fishing guide service on the Arkansas River. Fly fishing in Colorado is Royal Gorge Anglers' expertise. Our flyshop carries…

Insider's Tip

Book a Guided Fly-Fishing Trip

Royal Gorge Anglers specializes in guided fly-fishing excursions on the Arkansas River, the longest Gold Medal fishing river in Colorado. Let their experts supply all of the equipment, show you the ropes and help you bag an epic catch.

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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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Royal Gorge Rafting & Zipline Tours

Royal Gorge Epic Adventures is your Colorado Vacation Adventure Hub. Here, you'll find whitewater rafting, ziplining, luxury cabin rentals, glamping,…

Insider's Tip

Take to the Skies

Royal Gorge Rafting & ZipLine Tours offers nine ziplines, including classic and extreme courses that span 1 mile.

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Cafe 1230 at the Royal Gorge Bridge

Ever eaten pizza 1,230 feet above a roaring river and extraordinary gorge? Have a slice at Café 1230, one of the most scenic restaurants in Colorado…

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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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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…