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The Arkansas River is 10 minutes down Chalk Creek so the fishing and boating are world class. In the spring time we put in (kayaking) just down the creek —this drops us right into the Arkansas. If you head west from the cabins, you'll dead end in St Elmo 10 miles away. This area is one of the most amazing, untapped parts of Colorado for hiking, biking or backcountry skiing. Over the last few years, we have been exploring the area, and having lived in Jackson, Wyoming, Crested Butte and Northwest Montana we have very high standards for accessibility and snow quality. The Sawatch range that surrounds the cabins does indeed stack up. The snowmobile trails are extremely well maintained for motorheads or ski touring, and Princeton Riding Stables is located just down the road for exceptional equine entertainment (trail rides). So get up here, and get out there.
There are many great businesses and services to check out around the valley. Below are a few of our favorites. Check out our Partners and Friends page as well. For more information, please visit http://www.coloradoheadwaters.com or contact our local Chambers of Commerce! Salida: http://www.salidachamber.org or Buena Vista: http://www.fourteenernet.com/buenavista
Also, local Arkansas Valley info at ScenicBuenaVista.com. Rafting Info: AllAboutRivers Arkansas River Rafting Guide - Online
rafting guide for the Arkansas River in Colorado. Includes photos, outfitters, and trip reviews.
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The Trailhead: Clothing, footwear, gear, accessories, maps and books for outdoor recreation and adventure travel. Sales, service, and rentals! 1/2 mile north of the light in Buena Vista. 719.395.8001. www.thetrailheadco.com |
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Pizza: This is some of the best pizza you'll ever eat. Downtown Salida..ask for PTonio. 719.539.4277 |
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Kayaking: Colorado Kayak Supply. For all your boating needs. Rentals. Demos. Sales. New shop in downtown Buena Vista! We love these guys! 888.265.2925 www.coloradokayak.com |
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Adventure: Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center. Paddle school, mountain sports instruction, professional guide service. www.rmoc.com. 800.255.5784 |
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Whitewater Rafting Colorado: Simply the best rafting company in the valley. Walk-ins welcome. 800.288.0675 Make reservations online! Whitewater Rafting Colorado. |
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Mountain Biking: This is a non-profit whose intent is to create mountain bike trails in and around Salida. If you want to get involved, call Nathan! 719.221.0067 |
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Mexican Food: Chipoltle style, but local flavoring. This fabulous little joint is in downtown Salida, just off F-Street by Safeway. 719.530.8992 |
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Bars: This is Sara and Pete's place. Located right downtown on F Street in Salida, they have a killer patio, great beers on tap, extremely good bar food and a groovy smokefree environment. Big martini menu as well. |
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Bike Shops: Absolute is widely considered to be one of the best shops in the state. It's a huge shop on the river in Salida. Rentals. Demos. Sales. 719.539.9295 www.absolutebikes.com |
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Massage Therapy: Get a private fireside massage while staying at the cabins! See our massage page for details, or call Denise at 539-2906 or 307-690-5878 cell. |
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