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In the upper Arkansas River Valley

       

The upper Arkansas River Valley is literally at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Two main towns on the river, Salida and Buena Vista, are popular destinations for a myriad of outdoor activities such as: Mountain biking, hiking trails in Browns Canyon National Monument and all along the river, valley, and mountains, Zip lining, prospecting, hot springs, delicious local food and drinks, and a whole lot more. Check out our list of some of our favorite places, activities, and businesses.

Hot Springs

 

Joyful Journey Hot Springs

Joyful Journey Hot Springs

28640 CR 58 EE, Moffat, CO 81143
719-256-4328
www.joyfuljourneyhotsprings.com

Valley View Hot Springs

Valley View Hot Springs
64393 County Road GG, Moffat, CO 81143
719-256-4315
www.olt.org/vvhs

Cottonwood Hot Springs

Cottonwood Hot Springs

18999 County Road 306, Buena Vista, CO 81211
719-395-6434
www.cottonwood-hot-springs.com/colorado/

Mt. Princeton Hot Springs & Resort

Hot Springs

15870 Co Rd 162, Nathrop, CO 81236
719- 395-2447
www.mtprinceton.com

Restaurants – Buena Vista

 

Eddyline Brewery on South Main

eddyline-restaurant-brewery

926 S. Main Street, Buena Vista, CO 81211
719-966-6000
www.eddylinerestaurant.com

Local grass-fed beef, wood fire pizza, great brews.

Biggies

Biggies

234 US-24, Buena Vista, CO 81211
719-395-9459
www.biggiessubs.com

Best sandwiches in BV!

Restaurants – Salida

 

Boathouse Cantina

Boathouse Cantina

228 N F St, Salida, CO 81201
719-539-5004
www.boathousesalida.com

Mo Burrito

Mo Burrito

311 H St, Salida, CO 81201
719-539-2145
www.moburritos.com

Moonlight Pizza & Brewpub

Moonlight Pizza & Brewpub

242 F St, Salida, CO 81201
719-539-4277
www.moonlightpizza.biz

Amicas Pizza & Microbrewery

Amicas Pizza & Microbrewery

127 F St, Salida, CO 81201
719-539-5219
www.amicassalida.com

Sweetie’s Sandwich Shop

Sweetie’s Sandwich Shop

124 F St, Salida, CO 81201
719-539-4248
www.sweetiesinsalida.com

Gear Rental

 

CKS Rentals

CKS Rentals

327 E Main St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
www.cksmainstreet.com
River gear rentals. Kayaks, SUP, drysuits, etc.

Trailhead Rentals

Trailhead Rentals

402 E Main St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
www.thetrailheadco.com/rent/
Climbing, hiking, and winter gear.