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Royal Gorge Area - South Central Colorado
Includes Canon City, Coaldale, Cotopaxi, Florence, Penrose & Texas Creek
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Considered the climate capital of Colorado, Canon City's natural setting protects it from harsh weather. Once a favorite camping area of the Ute Indians, both dinosaur bones and oil were discovered here. Five miles north of the city is the Garden Park Monument commemorating the 1877 dinosaur find. The Arkansas River, flows through the city and offers great fishing west of town, formed one of the most spectacular attractions in the state - the Royal Gorge, 8 miles west. The world's highest suspension bridge hangs a dizzying 1,053' above the rushing river, offering unforgettable vistas of the 8 mile canyon in the city's largest park. Beginning in May 1999, for the first time in 30 years, you can now travel through the spectacular Royal Gorge by rail aboard the Canon City and Royal Gorge Railroad.
Next to viewing the bridge, rafting the Arkansas River is the most popular reason for vacationing here, followed by fishing in the spring and fall. Cotopaxi and Coaldale are also popular launching pads to rafting the Arkansas River. The Colorado Territorial Prison in Canon City, built in 1868, is the only prison museum located next to a currently operating prison. Several scenic byways lead out of Canon City, including one through Phantom Canyon where the road passes granite tunnels and between sheer cliff walls on its way to Cripple Creek. Texas Creek, located between the Royal Gorge and Cotopaxi, was named by a Texas driver whose heard of longhorns was stampeded by a marauding bear one night.
Royal Gorge Area is Near: Colorado Springs Metro, Pikes Peak Area, San Isabel, Salida & Westcliffe
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- Between Salida and the Royal Gorge by the Arkansas River. Cabins, motel rooms, RV and tent camping, a cowboy wagon ride with steak dinner & cowboy music great for families, reunions & weddings.
 | Bighorn Park Full service small resort, specializing in groups, along The Arkansas River with excellent fly fishing and beautiful views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Between Salida & Canon City in Coaldale. |
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- A DAY OF YOUR SUMMER. . . FOR THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE! Colorado River rafting is a fun and exciting family sport. 2 offices: Buena Vista and Royal Gorge area with 1/2 day and multi day trips.
 | Clear Creek Rafting CO. TWO GREAT RIVERS - TWO CONVENIENT LOCATIONS! Whitewater trips on the Arkansas River (Royal Gorge) and on Clear Creek (Idaho Springs), 1/3 day to multi-day trips there's something for everyone. |
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 | Colorado Adventures Twice Named Colorado's "Company of the Year." Offering 1/2 to 10 day whitewater rafting trips on 5 Colorado rivers. Featuring Inn-to-Inn rafting, horseback riding, jeeping and downhill mountain biking. |
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- - Mountain trail riding is exciting and fun! Texas Creek is considered to be the ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE CAPITAL of Colorado. An hour scenic drive from the Pikes Peak Area and 15 minutes from Canon City.
- Centrally located in Canon City near restaurants, shops & attractions, the hotel offers a complimentary continental breakfast, indoor heated swimming pool, and hot tub. Pet-friendly. Some handicap rooms.
 | Cutty's Resort Hayden Creek In the Rockies of Central Colorado, Hayden Creek is surrounded by National land between Canon City and Salida off Highway 50. Clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pool, teen center, adult lodge and mini golf. |
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- Near Florence, off Highway 115, is a serene, natural hot spring pool. Travertine-blue mineral water is free of sulphur and chlorine. Water temperature is optimized for year-round enjoyment.
- 30 years of experience in providing RAFTING ADVENTURES and making VACATION MEMORIES that last a lifetime! FAMILY and ADVENTURE class rafting just 1 hour from Colorado Springs.
- 17 minutes east of Canon City, 25 minutes east of Royal Gorge, 40 minutes south of Colorado Springs, 15 minutes to Pueblo Reservoir for fishing and boating. Classic Colorado RV Park.
- A unique secluded, accessible, destination campground - great for groups and reunions. A Registered National Natural Landmark for fossils. 2,700 quiet and peaceful acres. 5 miles east of Canon City.
- Near the Royal Gorge Bridge with bunkhouses that sleep 2-4. Full hookup RV sites with pull-thrus & room for slideouts. Separate primitive tenting area. Wonderful for family reunions. Full service cafe.
- Conveniently located in Breckenridge, Buena Vista & Royal Gorge. Raft the Blue River, Colorado River & Arkansas River.
- A full service hotel in Canon City with 6 indoor hot tubs, restaurant, room service, outdoor heated pool, cable TV, data ports, king & queen size beds, winter getaway packages, and 24 hour front desk.
- The "Whitewater Professionals" since 1972! Half, Full and Multi-day trips for all ages and abilities. Private beach and hot showers await your group. Buena Vista and Royal Gorge.
- An adventure company opening the door for new adventures in Cotopaxi in the Royal Gorge region: experience whitewater rafting, inflatable kayaks, rock climbing, fly fishing, horseback riding, trail rides.
- Experience Counts! Ours & yours! Always providing free wetsuits, private photographers, entertaining slideshows of your trip and more! All Royal Gorge Rafting guides have a minimum of 4 years experience.
- Highest rated park in area. Shaded sites, pull thrus, tent sites and air conditioned cabins near Royal Gorge Bridge. Idea for families with young kids -- hayrides with Yogi and nightly movies.
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- FKA Whispering Pines Resort. Small, quiet, peaceful and relaxing. Space to yourself, not just a "camper city", Broadband internet available. Along Arkansas River between Canon City and Salida.
- Fun and Adventure! Bighorn Sheep Canyon and The Royal Gorge Rafting! Groups discounts available. In Texas Creek between Salida and Canon City.
- Tours, tasting & gift shop near Canon City. The Abbey was established in 1926; the winery in 2002. Award winners include our Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, and Merlot. Plus fanciful fun wines.
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