Salida Colorado is a GEM of a community located in Central Colorado.

With a wide variety of recreational opportunities, Salida attracts a diverse collection of travelers. From adventure seeking whitewater rafting to world class mountain biking. Salida has something to offer everyone.

While adventure sports are fun, you cannot live on the edge forever. Salida has a wonderful downtown shopping district with interesting original buildings, painted with interesting and unique Victorian color schemes.

Downtown Salida has dozens of art galleries and other funky shops, sure to entertain and intrigue you. Our annual Salida Artwalk festival brings in art lovers from all over the country, to see our local art community show off its best side.
Not to be outdone, our recreation and adventure amenities provide fun from 14ers to river sports on the Arkansas River. During winter, Monarch Resort brings some of Colorado’s best powder to our doorstep.

During summer, rafting and kayaking on the Arkansas River has something for the whole family. Book a raft trip, and enjoy quiet float through Salida, a rowdy ride through Brown’s Canyon or a wild extreme trip through the Numbers.

Hiking and Mountain Biking are some of the best in Colorado. Sample it all, from the Monarch Crest Trail above timberline, to the Rainbow Trail and Salida Mountain Trails just outside of downtown Salida. These trails are fun and challenging enough to bring you back again and again.

Come visit us soon and see why Salida has developed its reputation as the recreation capital of central Colorado. We offer a wide variety of lodging from hotels and Bed and Breakfasts, to RV Parks and traditional Campgrounds to spectacular long term rentals and Vacation Homes. Finally for those on a budget, free camping and even a local hostel.

Looking for easy and free wi-fi? There are several places to get online in Salida, both on Highway 50, and downtown.

Amazingly there is also a Salida California, make sure you know which Salida you are visiting!!!