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Fishing Grass Lake, 15 miles west of Salida
this hike is PERFECT for teenagers. It’s a quick 25 minutes up (nearly straight up), and there’s a righteous spot to picnic on the giant rock formation across the lake from the trail’s end. Grass Lake. Do it!
Pop-up Punk Show in Centennial Park, Salida!
It’s not really all that uncommon in a town full of creatives to have something pop up on a random late summer evening. Just one more reason we love this town!
Low Water Rescue!
The Arkansas River is running between 300 and 400 csf these days, which is exceptionally low for this time of year. This family float needed a little help from a bystander getting across the rocks and into the current at The Drift In. Local experts say that even with the low water conditions, the river should be able to maintain flows of around 300 csf throughout the rafting season.
Desert Blossoms!!
You gotta be tough to make it out here!
The blue Stellar Jay, defending it’s territory
The Stellar Jay, sporting a righteous mohawk, and defending its territory. Spring is an excellent time for birdwatching in the Salida area. Use discount code Spring10 to get 10% off your stay in any of our StayinSalida homes on StayinSalida.com…
Come find out how gorgeous Salida is in the springtime!
This home just became available for a month+ stay this spring! March 25 – May 20. (30-night minimum) Come find out how gorgeous Salida is in the springtime! Book directly on StayinSalida.com…
POWDER ALERT!!
It's SNOWING at Monarch!!! Still have a couple sweet vacation rentals available for this...
River-walk Critters…
Someone left cute little creatures among the rocks along the Arkansas River-walk downtown. Thanks, Someone!
Backside Opening Thursday, 1/29!!!
The Monarch Mountain No Name Expansion is an exciting development project that will enhance the ski area’s offerings by adding 377 acres of new terrain and 10-12 new named runs. The terrain will feature 1,000 vertical feet with a variety of options for skiers and riders, including intermediate and advanced trails with groomed, bump, and gladed sections. This expansion aims to provide 50% more skiable acres accessible from the Breezeway or Panorama Lifts.
Antique Peddler in Florence, Colorado
Florence, Colorado, the antique capital of America. Damn near as charming as Florence, Italy. And this antique peddler will cut you a heckuva deal.