Experience Salida Colorado - Our Favorite Things to Do

What to do in Salida Colorado

Adventure Awaits Beyond Our Doorsteps

As longtime locals we have some favorite things to do in Salida Colorado. Below are some of them. Feel free to ask us for any tailored suggestions that might be a great fit for you.

Things to do in Salida Colorado - Captain Zipline - Adventure Park image
Things to do in Salida Colorado - Captain Zipline - Person ziplining

Zipline in Salida Colorado

Captain Zipline and Challenge Course Adventure Park

Have you always wanted to try ziplining or attempt an aerial course? Check out Captain Zipline! They are located close to Salida and have a variety of trip options to choose from. You won’t regret this amazing adventure.

SALIDA COLORADO world class FISHING

Fly Fishing in Salida Colorado

Whether you are looking for where to fish on the Arkansas River Valley, love fly fishing, looking for Salida Colorado fishing lakes, or want to check out the fish hatchery in Salida Colorado – you can see there are many options to go with here!

Woodland Motel – Downtown Salida Colorado Motel Hotel - southern view of the arkansas river
Woodland Motel – Downtown Salida Colorado Motel Hotel - Arkansas River brown trout and fisherman
Things to do in Salida Colorado - Woodland Motel Downtown Salida - kayaker on the river
Things to do in Salida Colorado - Woodland Motel Downtown Salida - whitewater rafters on the arkansas river

World Class Water in Salida Colorado

Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking & Tubing in Salida Colorado

Often people come to Salida for Winter season fun but fall in love and stay for the Summers. If you talk to the locals you’ll hear a similar story – “I was a rafting guide when I stopped into Salida Colorado….” The Arkansas River through the region offers Class I-IV rafting and kayaking. When the water reaches a certain CFSs tubing on the Arkansas River is permitted, which grownups and kids especially love to do. 

Salida River Adventures offers the best whitewater rafting trips and guided float fishing trips in Salida, CO. BOOK ONLINE TODAY!

Salida Colorado Hiking & Mountain Biking

The Best Trails are in Salida Colorado

There is a a lot of hands-on effort behind the scenes in Salida to be diligent land stewards while also having a lot of options on the trails. This is seen when you use the trail system in Salida Colorado. Popular mountain biking and hiking options include the Arkansas Hills Trail System (Tenderfoot Mountain aka “S Mountain), and the Methodist Mountain trail system. Keep a look out for the Bighorn sheep!

Things to do in Salida Colorado - Woodland Motel Downtown Salida - bighorn sheep
Things to do in Salida Colorado - Woodland Motel Downtown Salida - mountain biker on trail
Snowy lift views from Monarch Mountain Resort
Woodland Motel – Downtown Salida Colorado Motel Hotel - winter snow on tree outside of the motel
Living for POWDER Days

Ski, Snowboard and Tubing near Salida Colorado

Bluebird skies in Salida are plentiful. Odds are you’ll get a nice powder day while visiting in the Winter over at Monarch Mountain Ski Resort. This is the closest resort and is a quick 30-minute drive away. Don’t forget the SPF protection for your face. Even in the Winter, our exposure to the sun is much more significant here.

Events In Salida Colorado

Year round there are always events going on in Salida Colorado. A great place to see what’s scheduled the week you are here is to check out the Chamber of Commerce Events Calendar and website overall for Shopping, Dining, Dog-Friendly adventures and more.

Woodland Motel – Downtown Salida Colorado Motel Hotel - southern view of the arkansas river
The Woodland Motel -Downtown Salida Motel Hotel - Arkansas River and Downtown View
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