Johnson Village is a tiny truck stop town that’s essentially part of Buena Vista. It lies at intersection of Highway 285 and 24, only a few miles south of BV. The 2010 census recorded 246 residents.
The main strip of Johnson Village features several retail shops and restaurants. Most of the economy is based on visitors passing through town. Larger commerce can be found just north in Buena Vista.
Main Attractions
The Arkansas River flows by on the east side of town, which brings people to whitewater raft the nearby Browns Canyon. There are a number of whitewater outfitters that have shops in town.
Accommodations
Things To Do near Johnson Village, CO
Towns:
- Buena Vista (3mi)
- Breckenridge (57mi)
- Fairplay (34mi)
- Leadville (37mi)
- Nathrop (5mi)
- Poncha Springs (22mi)
- Salida (22mi)
- Twin Lakes (28mi)
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