Those visiting the beautiful Chaffee County area have a few options for wine tastings. Between Salida, Poncha Springs, and Buena Vista there are two wineries and a neat wine bar to choose from. Mountain Spirit Winery …
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Spend the day or night at these 15 Colorado Hot Springs with Lodging
After a long, rewarding hot springs soak, the last thing you want to do is drive somewhere. Why not be only steps from your bed? These Colorado hot springs resorts all offer overnight lodging, with options varying from …
4th of July Firework Shows in Colorado
Celebrate the 246th anniversary of our nation’s birthday with these 4th of July fireworks displays in Colorado, listed by county. All of these wonderful displays are free to watch, so figure out the best place to see …
The 7 Remaining Drive-Ins of Colorado
While going to the movies may soon become obsolete with the rise of on-demand movies, there are still 305 drive-in movie theaters operating in the United States today, and Colorado is home to seven of them. Find out …
Buena Vista’s Healing Hot Springs
This stunning section of central Colorado boasts a handful of hot spring resorts to go along with its beautiful vistas. Buena Vista is a vibrant, but quiet, destination community resting humbly at the base of the …
The Top Events in Buena Vista, Colorado
Surrounded by pristine alpine beauty and brimming with rugged charm, and hosting a myriad of year-round events and festivals, Buena Vista is a near-perfect mountain town. Whether you're visiting with some friends, …
Top 3 B&Bs in Buena Vista & Salida
Located in central Colorado, within the Arkansas River Valley, lie the two mountain towns of Buena Vista and Salida. Just 30 minutes apart, both provide their visitors with endless outdoor activities and comfortable …
The Ultimate Colorado Hot Springs Loop Road Trip
Sourced from deep under the Rocky Mountains, there are dozens of hot springs that exist around this great state. With both spa like resorts and free primitive pools to choose from, you should be able to find a hot …
4 Ski Resorts Closest to Buena Vista
Colorado ski resorts consistently rank as some of the best in the country and it’s easy to see why with our dry climate, high altitude, and 300 days of sunshine. From almost anywhere in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, you …
Valiant Via Ferrata Courses in Colorado
What’s the latest craze in Colorado outdoor adventures? Most likely by now, you’ve heard the name, Via Ferrata. The term “Via Ferrata,” when translated from Italian, means iron path and is all the rage right now with …
Colorado’s Front Range––Much More Than Big Cities
Spend any amount of time in Colorado, and you're likely to come across the term "Front Range" sooner or later. To most Coloradans, the Front Range region conjures images of the state's biggest cities, an impressive line …
8 Best Rivers to Raft in Colorado
The Rocky Mountains are well known for the epic whitewater rivers they produce, and Colorado boasts its fair share of top places to raft. From the Arkansas to the Animas, there are more than a dozen commercially rafted …
Camping near Buena Vista and Nathrop, around the Arkansas River
Situated at the base of the 14,000+ foot Collegiate Peaks alongside the Arkansas River, Buena Vista is a beautiful place to camp. Its teeming with outdoor recreation, with a slew of great campgrounds and free dispersed …
Arkansas River Rafting in Browns Canyon
If you're looking for summer adventure, head to the Arkansas River. It's one of the most exciting landscapes to raft in Colorado, with numerous sections ranging in class and ability. Browns Canyon, which recently …
4 Ghost Towns of Clear Creek Canyon
Clear Creek Canyon is full of ruins from Colorado's early mining days. There are four remaining ghost towns in the canyon, which lies just west of Clear Creek Reservoir from Highway 24. Clear Creek runs the length of …
Prominent Prisons in Colorado and the Inmates That Occupy Them
Colorado is undoubtedly a peaceful place, but it's also been the center of an immense amount of human-centered turmoil since achieving statehood in 1876. Like all places, Colorado experiences crime in large cities like …
Which hot springs are near what Colorado towns?
Whether you're shredding the local ski slopes, hiking the region's highest peaks, or even just strolling the town's historic district, sometimes recreation is best paired with a soak in thermal hot springs. The Rocky …
Top 11 Cool & Unusual Hotels in Buena Vista
Beautifully located at the base of Colorado's Collegiate Peak mountains, Buena Vista is truly a "good view". The town caters year round to nature lovers, hot springs enthusiasts, and generally anyone looking to escape …
10 Terrific Hiking Trails near Buena Vista
fIf you’re lucky enough to live in Buena Vista or are just visiting, you happen to be close to some of the most scenic and rewarding hiking areas in the United States. The tallest mountains in the state sit just to the …
Top things to do in Buena Vista, CO
Located just two and a half hours southwest of Denver, the small town of Buena Vista is located in Colorado's south-central region. Situated between the towering Collegiate Peaks and the flowing Arkansas River, it is …