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Reignite your sense of adventure with the return of The Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog Railway. Hop off the train and take in the vast surroundings from the the brand-new Summit Visitor Center on Pikes Peak - America’s Mountain. Start planning your trip with our FREE Vacation Planner.
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COLORADO Scenic beauty abounds in Colorado with plenty of things to do. Spend time in Denver or Colorado Springs. Visit the towns along the Front Range or get up into the mountains. There are 54 peaks of 14,000 feet or more. Explore Native American archaeological sites such as Chimney Rock National Monument, Crow Canyon or Mesa Verde. Explore the Western Slope where towns like Durango, Pagosa Springs and Telluride still reflect the western influence of their mining and ranching heritage. There are lakes and rivers for boating, fishing, kayaking and whitewater rafting. Outdoor adventures await in 42 State Parks and 4 National Parks and all the wide-open spaces in Colorado. For more ideas and helpful information please visit the websites of our partners listed in the directory and those listed below.
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FRONT RANGE AND PIKES PEAK REGION
The Colorado Front Range is the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. This picturesque region is a mountainous area filled with state parks, and vast lakes. The area is a popular destination for mountain biking, hiking, climbing, and camping during the warmer months and for skiing and snowboarding during winter. Within all the picturesque backdrops are adventures just waiting to be discovered.
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STATE & NATIONAL PARKS
Colorado National Monument preserves one of the grand landscapes of the American West. FRUITA, COLORADO
Camp • Fish • Boat • Hike • Enjoy
Visit the Following Sites To Discover Colorado:
CPW.state.co.us nps.gov
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DENVER AND CITIES OF THE ROCKIES
The heart of urban Colorado. Nestled against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Explore forward-thinking cities and towns proud of their Western heritage — each with its own unspoiled proximity to outdoor adventure. These cities are culturally rich, with major museums, music venues and nightlife keeping visitors busy from dawn til after dusk. Embrace a sense of discovery as you uncover what makes each place in this region distinct.
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Colorado is a year-round travel destination offering outdoor adventures in 42 State Parks and 4 National Parks. Search for Events throughout the state at
Colorado.com.
Breathtaking views, thrilling attractions, family entertainment. Discover our newest adventure, the Royal Gorge Via Ferrata. A protected climbing route that allows guests of all ages to explore the Royal Gorge like never before!
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Gators 4 Colorado Reptile Park 9162 Lane 9 North Mosca (719) 378-2612 ColoradoGators.com
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Walsenburg
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La Jara Pagosa Springs
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Fort Garland
44650 U.S. 50 Cañon City (303) 567-1000 ClearCreekRafting.com
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Monument Divide Manitou Springs
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3179 State Highway 151 Chimney Rock (970) 883-5359 ChimneyRockCO.org
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2021 COLORADO VACATION ACTIVITY GUIDE PUBLISHER: Certified Folder Display Service, Inc. 1120 Joshua Way, Vista, CA 92081 I 800-799-7373 I CertifiedFolder.com COLORADO OFFICE : Certified Folder Display Service, Inc. 9869 East Easter Avenue, Centennial, CO 80112 I 303-663-4070 I Copyright 2021 by Certified Folder Display Service, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of the Guide may be reproduced without prior written permission of the publisher. Publisher does not make any representation expressly or implied as to the performance of the advertisers herein, or the accuracy of the facts herein. CVAG0521
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River Expeditions 45000 West U.S. Highway 50 Cañon City (800) 755-3246 RaftEcho.com
7 Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center 1805 North 30th Street Exit 146 Colorado Springs (719) 634-6666 GardenOfGods.com
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Cliff Dwellings 10 Cliff Dwellings Road Manitou Springs (800) 354-9971 CliffDwellingsMuseum.com
Springs 9 Manitou Visitor Information Center 354 Manitou Avenue Manitou Springs (800) 642-2567 ManitouSprings.org
10 Old Hundred Gold Mine Tour 721 County Road 4-A Silverton (970) 387-5444 or (800) 872-3009 MineTour.com
11 Red Mountain Motel, Cabins & RV Park
664 Greene Street Silverton (970) 387-5512 or (888) 970-5512 RedMtMotelRVPk.com
12 RIGS Fly Shop & Guide Service 1075 Sherman Street, Unit 101 Ridgway (970) 626-4460 FishRIGS.com
13 Royal Gorge Bridge & Park 4218 County Road 3A Cañon City (888) 333-5597 RoyalGorgeBridge.com
Gorge Rafting 14 Royal & Zip Line Tours 45045 West U.S. Highway 50 Cañon City (719) 275-7238 RoyalGorgeRafting.net
de Cristo 15 Sangre National Heritage Area South Central Colorado SangreHeritage.org
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Visitor Center 28 Silver Thread Lane South Fork (719) 873-5512 SouthFork.org
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Mountain Resort 10901 County Road #117 Glenwood Springs (970) 945-7491 SkiSwimStay.com
Time 18 Tico River Resort 20 Road 2050 Aztec, NM (970) 903-0681 TicoTimeResort.com
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Campgrounds – Durango 1322 Animas View Drive Durango (970) 247-3853 DurangoRV.com
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1575 California Street Denver (800) 233-6837 VisitDenver.com
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Everyone enjoys capping their day on the mountain with a rejuvenating soak in the World’s largest natural hot springs pool.
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This is Colorado. Surrounded by diverse and dramatic landscapes. Offering unparalleled access to the great outdoors, authentic Western heritage, backcountry camping, rafting, hiking, biking, fishing and much more. You’ll enjoy massive snowcapped mountain ranges and wide open alpine meadows filled with wildflowers in the summer. Discover the region and your independent spirit that you’ll never truly leave behind.
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Open May 15– October 15
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Passport Stamps Available at: - Colorado Welcome Center - Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve - Fort Garland Museum - Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area Office
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Hundreds of rescued reptiles! www.ColoradoGators.com (719) 378-2612 open daily!
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TROLLEY TO AND FROM TOWN Surrounded by the San Juan National Forest On the banks of the Animas River Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge train runs through the campground. 100 plus level sites with water, electricity and sewers 90 tent sites with grass • Free Wi-Fi General store • Pets allowed • Plenty of shade trees 1322 Animas View Drive • Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-3853 • DurangoRV.com
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Every great adventure needs a basecamp. Whether you choose our luxury cabins or decide to glamp in style, a great night’s sleep makes for an unforgettable Colorado adventure.
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