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Salida, CO captures the heart and soul of the Rockies

Nestled among granite peaks is a picture-perfect hidden gem of a mountain town

  • 10
  • 02:08
  • 80 mi
  • $12
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Created by Pam Marzolf - April 4th 2020

Salida is, in a word, authentic. For many of us, Colorado's Rocky Mountains evoke images of twangy country music and cowboys throwing back whiskey. In Salida, not only do you get that experience, but you can also see the guitars and whiskey being crafted by hand. The fact that it's all set in one of Colorado's largest National Historic Districts—a picturesque Victorian downtown surrounded by mountains—adds to the atmosphere. Since the town is smack dab in the heart of the Rockies, it's also a hub for outdoor adventure. And once you've had your fill of hiking and rafting in the fresh Colorado air, unwind with a soak in the hot springs in town or a scenic drive up Tenderfoot Mountain. Pure perfection.

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Spiral Drive Mount Tenderfoot, Salida, CO, US

Spiral Drive

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144 W 1st St, Salida, CO, US

Wood's High Mountain Distillery

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128 N F St, Salida, CO, US

Benson's Tavern & Beer Garden

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119 E First St, Salida, CO, US

Rocky Mountain Guitar Co.

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410 W Rainbow Blvd, Salida, CO, US

Salida Recreation And Hot Springs Aquatic Center

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FR-202A, Salida, CO, US

O'Haver Lake Campground

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10375 CR-45, Coaldale, CO, US

Vallie Bridge Campground

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100 F St, Salida, CO, US

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Banner Photo Credit: Yellow Feather Photography

Pam Marzolf

Midwesterner: Named in KS. Learned to play outside and camp in MO. Fell in love with beaches & seasons in MI. Travel passions: Morning walks before cities wake up, searching for the best latte, markets & parks, appreciating nature, wandering local shops, & stopping to smell the roses & rosé.