ACTIVITIES

Buckskin Joe Frontier Town & Railway
P.O. Box 8 • Cañon City, CO 81215
719.275.5149 • www.buckskinjoe.com
Family Fun! Wild West gunfights & entertainment, authentic 1800's buildings, restaurant, saloon, shops & more. Ride the little train w/the BIG VIEW of Royal Gorge.

Captain Zipline Adventure Tours
Departure from 413 West Rainbow Blvd (Hwy 50) in Salida, Colorado877.ZIPLINE www.captainzipline.com
Fly on Colorado's original zipline tour 2000 feet on 6 cables 150 ft. over the rugged Lost Canyon. Ride our European 6X6 troop carrier, a trip in itself! Fourty miles an hour harnessed to a steel cable is a pure adrenaline rush, and the most exciting thrill ride on the planet! This eco tour includes hikes to experience complex geological formations, lime kiln ruins and scenic 14,000 ft. peaks between the 200 to 480 ft cable runs. Photos, video available

Cottonwood Stables
877.487.2494 • 719.942.4125
Stables: 719.942.4104
Ride alongside the mighty Sangre de Cristo mountains, see wildlife, & return to base camp for campfire, horse shoes, & real "Cowboy Cooking".

Fort Royal Stables
Located 1 Block East of the Royal Gorge Turnoff on Hwy 50 in the Fort Royal Building
719.275.2962 • 866.678.8880
A Fun Family Adventure. Walk-Ins Welcome. Open Year Round. Advance Reservations Recommended.

Historic Royal Gorge Route Railroad
1.888.RAILS.4U • 303.569.1000
www.RoyalGorgeReservations.com
The best way to experience the Royal Gorge is from the train. Choose from coach, first-class, glass topped observation dome cars, lunch, dinner or murder mystery trains.

Royal Gorge Anglers
1210 Royal Gorge Blvd. • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.269.3474 • 888.994.6743
Email: info@royalgorgeanglers.com
Web: royalgorgeanglers.com
Flyfishing outfitters. Guided flyfishing. Quality gear.

Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
P.O. Box 549 • Cañon City, CO 81215-0549
888.333.5597 • 719.275.7507
Web: www.royalgorgebridge.com
The Royal Gorge Bridge & Park is an awe-inspiring spectacle of man and nature meeting halfway - and that's before we even talk about the rides, entertainment, and attractions.

Royal Gorge HeliTours
45045 Hwy. 50 W. • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.276.9038 • www.RoyalGorgeHeliTours.org
One of the most spectacular helicopter rides in the United States.

Shadow Hills Golf Club
1232 Country Road 143
Canon City 719-275-0603
www.golfshadowhills.com
Nestled in a picturesqye valley at the base of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, this private golf club offer a full range of amenities to enhance your lifestyle.

ANTIQUES & SHOPPING

Kaiser Karvings
Hwy 50 west of Texas Creek
719-276-0929
Chainsaw carvings starting at $45. Jewelry, Antiques and metal art too.

Ann's Art Annex
105 W. Main Street • 719.784.3388
An art gallery featuring handcrafted jewelry, art dulcimers, hand tooled leather, & photography. Custom framing, classes & art supplies.

Antiques at the Street Elmo
318 W. Main Street • 719.784.4274
Wonderful Antiques For You

Aspen Meadows
Handcrafted Soaps
432 Main Street • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.276.0311 • www.aspenmeadowssoaps.com
Soaps, lotions, milk baths, exfoliating creams, & custom made wreaths.

Blue Spruce Gallery
Art and Antiques
205 W. Main Street • 719.784.1339
Fine Art, Fine Crafts, & Antiques.

Cañon City Coins
123 S. 5th • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.269.7507
Buying, Selling & Trading Collector & Investor Coins. Specializing in US coins and currency.
8:30-5:00 M-F, 9:00-2:00 Sat.

Celtic Chrysalis, The
121 N. 5th St. • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.269.3662
Your Celtic historical resource center. Specializing in custom orders, unique imports, artisan jewelry, period weapons and divination tools.

Creative Cloth Closet, The
508 Main St. • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.269.7397(sews) • www.creativeclothcloset.com
A place to explore your creative energy! Quality quilting fabrics, notions, books, & patterns. Open Mon-Sat: 10am-6pm.

Fox Den of Antiquity, The
123 W. Main St. • Florence, CO 81226
719.784.2303
Voted Best Antique Store in Fremont County.

Good Stuff
131 W. Main Street • 719.784.2499

Mantiques
221 W. Main Street #A • 719.784.3131
Black Powder, archery, camping, antiques, sports equipment, & collectibles.

Mercantile on Main
114 Main Street • 719.784.3576
Come see Merky the cat & lots of antiques.

Mezzanine, The
127 W. Main Street • 719.784.4598
Antiques and Collectables, LLC.

Michael's On Main
605 Main Street - Canon City 81212
719-276-3354
A unique experience. Anything from Orginal artwork, soothing spa services, mouthwatering deli selections, gourmet coffee and tea, hand dipped chocolates and gelato.

National Pastime
131 A W. Main St. • Florence, CO 81226
719.784.2068 • jdlolc@peoplepc.com
ebay: http://stores.ebay.com/MANTIQUES-and-Collectibles
Specializing in sports antiquities, programs, magazines, glassware, and much more.

New Age Imports
127 Justice Center Rd. • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.276.0032
Psychic and Tarot Readings. Gifts from around the world. Located in the Creekside Shopping Center.

New Horizon Thrift Store
310. Main St. • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.276.2676
Help us Help Others! Clothing, Used Furniture, Household Items, Inspirational Books. Accepted quality donations: Mon-Sat., 9am-5:30pm.

Oil City Merchants
126 W. Main St. • Florence, CO 81226
719.784.6582
Furniture, Pottery, Railroad, Western Items & Quality Antiques Bought & Sold.

The Iron Gate Antique Mall, LLC
109 W. Main St. • Florence, CO 81226
719.784.3797 • M-Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5
Over 10,000 square feet of quality antiques. 35 dealers. Primitives, postcards, advertising, glassware, linens, furniture, and much more. Dealers welcome.

Uncle Sam Antiques, LLC
1216 S. 9th Street • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.276.0009 • Open Tues-Sun 10am-5pm
1/2 Acre Inside and Out. Full of Antiques & Collectibles. Estates & Appraisals also Available.

Windmill Antiques
122 W. Main Street • 719.784.1255
Beautiful Antique Furniture.

ANTIQUE WOOD-WORKING & TROPHIES

Mohr's Trophies
121 W. Front Street • 719.784.6489
Trophies, Plaques, Engravings, Logos, & Name Tags.

Ann's Art Annex
105 W. Main Street • 719.784.3388
Handcrafted Jewelry, Art Dulcimers, & Framing.

Sage Brush Gallery & Studio
119 W. Main Street • 719.784.3005
Art of the Open Range.

The Brierley Den
111 E. Main Street • 719.784.9722
Gifted Artist & Author.

West Wind Gallery
111 E. Main Street • 719.269.1709
Handmade Arts & Crafts.

LODGING

Bandera's Bunkhouse
on Hwy 50, 13 miles East of Salida • Howard, C
719.942.3811 • www.banderasbunkhouse.com
Whether you are coming to the area to get away, camp, hunt or fish, we have the lodging to fit your budget from the choices of our newly remodeled cabins, motel rooms, RV sites & camping areas.

Best Western Royal Gorge
1925 Fremont Dr., Hwy. 50 • Cañon City, CO
719.275.3377 • Reservations: 800.231.7317
www.bestwestern.com/prop_06006
The Best Western Royal Gorge has it all - Restaurant, Pool, Hot Tub, Putt-Putt Golf, Shuffleboard and beautiful rooms. Exclusive Partner of Echo Canyon River Expeditions. Ask about our family suites.

Budget Host/Royal Gorge Inn
217 N. Reynolds • Cañon City, CO
719.269.1100 • 866.495.8403
www.royalgorgeinn.com
Conveniently located & we offer friendly service & amenities at affordable rates. Start your day with our complimentary continental breakfast & our staff's friendly smiles.

Comfort Inn
311 Royal Gorge Boulevard • Cañon City, CO 719.276.6900 • www.comfortinn.com/hotel/co032
Non-smoking rooms. Free high speed wireless internet & local calls. Indoor heated pool & spa. In-room coffee makers. Free deluxe continental breakfast. HBO. Guest laundry facilities. Suites available.

Jewel of the Canyons Bed and Breakfast Guesthouse
429 Greenwood Ave. • Cañon City, CO
719.275.0378 • Toll free 866.875.0378
info@jewelofthecanyons.com
www.jewelofthecanyons.com
Enjoy present day comforts in Victorian style. The 1890 Queen Anne Victorian home has been restored to its original beauty and splendor. Offering 3 immaculate, spacious guest rooms, each with a private bathroom. Furnished with hand chosen European antiques to surround you in a peaceful past.

Parkview Motel
231 Royal Gorge Boulevard • Cañon City, CO 719.275.0624
Beautiful and clean rooms at reasonable rates. Family and efficiency rooms. Restaurant. Walking distance to Historic Downtown, Tourism Train Station and River Station. - Newly remodeled.

Quality Inn & Suites
E. Hwy. 50 at Dozier • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.8676 • 800.525.7727
Plan to make the Quality Inn & Suites your vacation
headquarters. There are many sights to see and experiences to enjoy within a short drive from the Quality Inn & Suites.

Riviera Inn
136 E. Front St. • Florence, CO 81226
719.784.6716 • www.florencecolorado.net/riviera.htm
Hospitality is our business - clean, comfortable rooms, kitchenettes, cable TV, refrigerators, microwaves, phones, hot tub, coin laundry, budget rates. Walking distance to business area.

Super 8 Motel - Cañon City
19th & Hwy. 50 • 209 N. 19th Street
Cañon City, CO 81212 • www.super8.com
719.275.8687 • 800.800.8000
FREE Continental Breakfast & Local Calls, 41 Rooms, Large Vehicle Parking, High-Speed Wireless Internet, Microwaves/Refrigerators, Alarm Clock Radios, Remote TV w/HBO, Interior Corridors, Non-Smoking Rooms.

Super 8 Motel - Florence
4540 State Hwy 67 • Florence, CO 81226
719.784.4800 • Reservations: 800.800.8000
www.super8.com
FREE wireless internet available, continental breakfast & local calls, guest laundry, 40 clean rooms & suites. Coffee makers, hairdryers, alarm clock radio, refrigerators & microwaves, 25" remote TV w/HBO & Cinemax, rollaways & cribs available.

Travel Inn Motel
2980 East Main St. at Hwy. 50 East
Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.9125 • 800.310.0406
stayattravelinn@aol.com
Continental Breakfast, Cable TV, HBO, phone, kitchenettes, heated pool, mini golf, reasonable rates, group rates available. Mention this ad for 10% off!

CAMPGROUNDS & RV PARKS

A Royal View Camp Resort
43590 Hwy. 50 W. • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.1900 • royalviewcg@aol.com
www.royalviewcampground.com
Quiet family campground & Areas best bridge views. Expanded RV sites, secluded tent sites, cozy cabins, heated pool (seasonal), weekly specials, see our ad on the camping page.

Bighorn Park
16373 Hwy 50 W • Coaldale, CO 81222
719.942.4266 • bighornpark@yahoo.com
Located on the Arkansas River. Beautiful views. Central to the Royal Gorge, the Sand Dunes, whitewater rafting, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, biking, and much more!

Cutty's Hayden Creek Resort
32 Miles West of Cañon City
719.942.4222 • www.cuttysresort.net
"Cutty's Hayden Creek Resort is a secluded RV Resort & Campground surrounded by National Forest in the Rockies of Central Colorado enjoy hiking, biking, swimming and much more...."

Fort Gorge RV Park
& Campground
45044 U.S. Hwy. 50 W. • Cañon City, CO 81212
866.341.7875 • 719.275.5111
fortgorge@fortgorge.com • www.fortgorge.com
IN THE HEART OF ROYAL GORGE COUNTRY. Fantastic mountain views, large pull-thrus, campground store, laundry, showers, secluded tent sites, camper cabins, pavilion and FREE WiFi.

Indian Springs Ranch
3257 Cty. Rd. 67 • Penrose, CO 81240
719.372.3907
www.coloradodirectory.com/indianspringsranch
Five miles east of Cañon City, left on Highway 67, 3.5 miles north. Left at sign. Quiet, rustic, hiking, heated pool, showers, national natural landmark (charge tours). Come and relax with the Thorson's.

KOA-Cotopaxi/Arkansas River
21435 US Hwy 50 • Cotopaxi, CO 81223
Res. 800.562.2686 • Info. 719.275.9308
www.koa.com • cotopaxikoa@earthlink.net
This is Colorado mountain camping with all of the KOA amenities, attractions, & activities.

Mountain View Campground & Café
45606 Hwy 50 West • Cañon City, CO 719.275.0900 • 877.717.0900
www.mtnviewcamp.com
Full Hookups, Tent Sites, Bunkhouse Cabins, Great Café, FULL TIME Sites Available, Laundromat, Playground. Close to all the Major Attractions!

Royal Gorge Jellystone Park
43595 Hwy. 50 • Cañon City, CO 81212
800.341.4471 • 719.275.2128
yogiroyalgorge@earthlink.net
www.royalgorgejellystone.com
Area's highest rated Park! Cabins, Full Service RV & Tent Sites, Spotless Bathrooms, Daily Activities, Mini Golf, Pedal Cart, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Movies, and YOGI BEAR!!

Sugarbush Store & Campground
9229 Hwy. 50 • Howard, CO 81233
719.942.3363 • info@SugarbushCO.com
www.SugarbushCO.com
RV Park, Campground, General Store, Gift Shop, Laundromat. In the heart of Pleasant Valley- Overlooking the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

Sweetwater River Ranch
24871 US Hwy. 50 • Texas Creek, CO 81223
719.276.2103 • info@sweetwaterriverranch.com
US 50 between Cañon City & Salida, 3 miles east of Cotopaxi. Escape, relax, & renew in shaded sites on the Arkansas riverbank. Small, quiet, peaceful. Outstanding mountain views. Internet access, big rigs, pull-thrus, full hook ups.

LIBRARIES

John C. Fremont Library
130 Church Ave. • 719.784.4649
Wi-Fi and Internet Access.

LIQUOR STORES

Pair A Dice Liquors
201 E. Main St. • 719.784.0990
Coldest Beer in Town.

MOTORCYCLES

Fremont Motor Sports
600 E. Main St. • 719.784.9633
Worth the Drive to Save Money.

MUSEUMS

Dinosaur Depot Museum
330 Royal Gorge Blvd. • Cañon City, CO 81212
800.987.6379 • 719.269.7150
Fax: 719.269.7227 • office@dinosaurdepot.com
Web: www.dinosaurdepot.com
The Garden Park paleontology Society's Dinosaur Depot Museum - a must see in Cañon City! Among the dinosaurs on display is the worlds most complete Stegosaurus. Discovery Room, Preparation Laboratory and Museum Store.

Fremont Center for the Arts
505 Macon Ave. • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.275.2790 • www.fremontarts.org
Located in the Historic Post Office. Rotating Gallery Exhibits. Classes for all ages. Gift Shop featuring local artisans, Art Library and Permanent Collection. Open Tues.-Sat. 10am-4pm. Where Art is the HeART of the community!

Museum of Colorado Prisons
201 N. 1st St. • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.269.3015 • www.prisonmuseum.org
Audio Tour, Gift Shop with Prison Crafts, Historic Walking & Ghost Tours, Historic Re-enactments, Senior & Group Discount. Hours Vary - Call/visit website.

Price Pioneer Museum
100 East Front Street • 719.784.1904
Three story museum. Oil & coal mining displays. Rock room. Dolls, dishes, & clothing. Miliatary & Native American memoribilia. Daily life exhibits. Old City Jail & outhouse. Come Explore Our Past.

The Royal Gorge Regional Museum and History Center
612 Royal Gorge Blvd. • P.O. Box 1460
Cañon City, CO 81212 • 719.269.9036
The Royal Gorge Regional Museum & History Center, a full-stop shop for history buffs. Research library, museum and photo galleries, historic cabin and house. Programs for all ages. Hours vary.

Dinosaur Resource Center
201 S. Fairview St., Highway 24, Woodland Park, CO •
www.rmdrc.com • 719-686-1820.

RAFTING

American Adventure Expeditions
Buena Vista, Royal Gorge, & Breckenridge
800.288.0675 • www.americanadventure.com
raftinginfo@americanadventure.com
Mild to Wild Whitewater Rafting.

Arkansas River Tours
Royal Gorge, Bighorn Canyon, & Brown's Canyon
P.O. Box 337 • Cotopaxi, CO 81223
800.321.4352 • www.arkansasrivertours.com
Since 1973. Family Adventure to Extreme Adventure! 1/4 day to 3 day trips. RIVER AND RAIL PACKAGES! Bighorn Canyon, Brown's Canyon and the Royal Gorge.Guided float fishing.

Buffalo Joe's Whitewater Rafting
P.O. Box 1526 • Buena Vista, CO 81211
866.BUFF-JOE
info@buffalojoe.com • www.buffalojoe.com
Whitewater Raft on the Arkansas River. 2 locations: downtown Buena Vista & the Royal Gorge. Providing safe enjoyable Colorado adventures for 25 years. 1/2-6 day raft trips. 1/2-Steak lunch on all full day trips!

Canyon Marine
10015 W. Hwy 50 • Poncha Springs, CO 81242
800.643.0707 • www.canyonmarine.com
Fun & exciting whitewater for the whole family! Offices in Salida & the Royal Gorge. Highly experienced & knowledgeable guides with emphasis on family fun.

Clear Creek Rafting Co.
44650 US Hwy. 50 W. • Cañon City, CO 81212
800.353.9901 • www.clearcreekrafting.com
Colorado Whitewater! Trips for all abilities on the Arkansas River at the Royal Gorge, or Clear Creek only 30 minutes from Denver. Free wetsuit use!

Echo Canyon River Expeditions
45000 Hwy 50 • Cañon City, CO 81212
800.575.3246 • Web: www.raftecho.com
The most trusted name in whitewater rafting since 1978. This just might be the best time you've ever had! Be sure to try our exclusive "Raft-n-Rail" package.

Performance Tours Rafting
Royal Gorge, Buena Vista, Breckenridge
800.328.7238 • www.performancetours.com
WHITEWATER RAFTING! - Experience the thrill! Mild to Wild raft trips in the Royal Gorge area for all ages and abilities. Group discounts. 22 years of experience. Excellent safety record.

Raft Masters
2315 East Main St. • Cañon City, CO 81212
800.568.7238 • Web: www.raftmasters.com
Raft the challenging Royal Gorge or the scenic family fun of Bighorn Sheep Canyon with Cañon City's biggest and best! FREE wetsuit use. Competitor coupons honored.

Raven Adventure Trips
800.332.3381 • www.ravenraft.com
JUMP INTO THE FUN on the Royal Gorge, Bighorn Sheep Canyon or Browns' Canyon stretches of the notorious Arkansas River. Challenge yourself with our exclusive "RIVER SAFETY COURSES" for groups of all ages. Experience the thrill of maneuvering your own sit-on-top Kayak (no experience required) through class III-IV whitewater. Your guide is a professional dedicated to your enjoyment and safety.

River Runners
24070 C.R. 301 • Buena Vista, CO 81211
719.395.2466 • 800.525.2081
Web: www.whitewater.net
Email: rafting@whitewater.net
"The Whitewater Professionals" Our 33rd year providing safe and fun river trips. Hot showers, Private beach, & River side camping. Come see the difference. Group discounts & specials. Offices in Buena Vista & Cañon City.

Rock-n-Row
877.487.2494 • 719.942.4125
www.RocknRow.com • rocknrow@amigo.net
Whitewater Rafting & Rock Climbing. Combo Trips! Duckies, Kayaks, Fishing Float Trips, Trail Rides, Camping & Overnight Trips.

Royal Gorge Rafting
8 miles west of Cañon City on Hwy 50
719.275.RAFT (7238)
www.RoyalGorgeRafting.net
Royal Gorge Rafting & the White Water Bar & Grill are the perfect combination to any Colorado Vacation! Free Gear!

Whitewater Adventure Outfitters
Cañon City Co 81212
800.530.8212
WAOrafting.com • Kathy@WAOrafting.com
Exceeding expectations for 15 years! Daily Family Specials. Royal Gorge experts. Committed to Safety and excellence. One mile west of Cañon City on Hwy 50.

KLM Realty
1061 County Road 277 - Canon City
888.650-8107 719.783.3514
www.colomountainproperty.com klm@amigo.net
Let me help you make your dreams come true. Homes, Land, Commercial.

SPORTING GOODS & RENTALS
Spencer Sports
212 S. 4th Street - Canon City
866.719.3456 719.269.3456
www.spencersportscolorado.com
Bike & tubing rentals, service, sales, repairs. Fun for all ages and abilities. Mild or wild adventures. Bicycles, boards, back country Whitewater, rock climbing and massage packages available.

TOWNS/Chambers

Cañon City Chamber of Commerce
403 Royal Gorge Blvd. • Cañon City, CO 81212
800.876.7922 • 719.275.2331
www.canoncitychamber.com
chamber@canoncity.com

City of Cripple Creek, Colorado
877.858.GOLD (4653)
www.visitcripplecreek.com
Opening in 2007, the Pikes Peak Heritage Center at Cripple Creek will introduce visitors to the region's fascinating history, recreation opportunities & cultural attractions. Bring the family & enjoy the fun to be had in the heart of history!

Florence Chamber of Commerce
/Darrell Lindsey
117 S. Pikes Peak • 719.784.3544(office)
719.784.3635(home) • 719.429.9324(cell)
Best Little Chamber There Is...

WINERIES

The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey
3011 East Hwy 50 • Cañon City, CO 81212
719.276.5191 • 877.422.9463 (HCA-WINE)
Tasting Room Open Daily.