Salida Buzz

Salida is a wonderful community, filled with active people, young and old. From the quirky artist galleries, to the relaxed but active retirees to the hardcore recreation nation crew, Salida has something for everyone. We hope you will come and visit sometime, and enjoy what the Arkansas River and central Colorado have to offer.

Alleys of Salida Colorado

Alleys of Salida Colorado

The Salida Steamplant is presenting “Alleys of Salida” an interactive watercolor exhibit on display at the Paquette Gallery until April 12.

Colorado Zipline

Denver MetroMix #1 for Salida

According to the Denver MetroMix magazine, Salida is number 1, on the spring 2011 list of “25 small Colorado towns to visit under $100″. Salida is well known for their wide variety of recreation activities. The article features a few of our best, including: Trail Rides, Zipline, 14er climbing, whitewater rafting and hiking. Read the [...]

Salida Colorado Roundhouse

Some Train and Railroad History of Salida

The Salida Citizen has a detailed and entertaining article about trains and railroading in Salida and the Arkansas River Valley. As always when rail is discussed, the conclusion is the valley needs an excursion or passenger rail system. Lots of new jobs, new recreation opportunities and the added romance of the train whistle in the [...]

Salida Colorado Clubs and Organizations

Salida is an active community. Everyone participates in clubs, groups and volunteer activities. Here is a list with contact info and meeting details. If you are part of any of these clubs, and note any errors, please email us and we will make updates.

Salida Colorado Bike Races

Salida Colorado Hosts the Quiznos Pro Challenge

Salida will host a stage of the Quiznos Pro Challenge bike race in 2011. The Quiznos Pro Challenge™ officially announced the stages, host cities and race format for the inaugural 2011 international pro cycling competition. Scheduled Aug. 22-28, the event will be made up of seven stages, traveling through Colorado’s most picturesque landscapes and visiting [...]

Salida Colorado Hot Springs Pool

Salida Hot Springs Pool Discount

For this first time in memory, the Salida Pool is offering a discount on regular adult and children’s admission. $2.00 off per person. Print out the salida hot springs pool coupon, a have a great soak. If you have not been to or heard of the Salida Pool, it is a natural hot springs pool, [...]

Trails Make Salida Even Cooler!

Trails Make Salida Even Cooler!

A recent article at Out There Colorado features one of Salida’s newest and most popular recreation venues. Eight miles and growing , the Salida Mountain Trails system is across the Arkansas River from town. Salida is already a very bike friendly community, with lots of bike paths, quiet roads and bike racks. Sponsored by local [...]