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Hidden ski trail and creek near Monarch, Colorado
Not far from Monarch Ski Area, this little gem of an unofficial trail was ripe for laying down fresh tracks.
The Scout Wave Debacle, Salida’s surf wave controversy…
How dare these ancient trees stand in the way of “progress”?! Don’t they know that nature must be sacrificed in the name of outdoor recreation? Sad, sad day at the notorious Scout Wave.
Are taxes on Short Term Rentals helping or hurting locals in Colorado tourist towns?
Are these new tax hikes on short term rentals helping local affordable housing initiatives? Or are they hurting local businesses and stalling the local job market?
Powder Alert: Monarch is getting hammered this weekend!
Powder days all Presidents Day weekend long at Monarch Mountain, starting today and it’s slated to keep getting pounded through Monday at least. Get your fattest skis on and get out there, shredders!
Snow on the Smelter smokestack
Salida’s local photographer and filmmaker Bill Donovan captured this drone shot of Salida’s smelter dusted in snow. We’re slated to get a bit more of the white stuff Wednesday night, but fingers crossed most of it falls up at Monarch Ski Area!
Durango Speakeasy
Ever entered a hidden bar/lounge through a library wall in a barber shop? Welp, head on over to Durango, CO, and you can do it. Excellent cocktails and ambiance.
Old Monarch Pass XC trek on a bluebird mornin…
Sunrise above the Continental Divide, with a sliver of a moon visible on the other side of the trail. Old Monarch Pass is all dressed up in snow and ready for your cross county outings!
Monarch is Opening this Wednesday, 12/6!
Opening day will be Wednesday, December 6, 2023!
Salida Livin…
Salida Livin…
November-December Lodgings Discounts!
Get 25-30% off your November or December stay in jolly ole S-Town when you book directly through StayinSalida.com. Come get your picture taken in front of the famous kayak wall! Use discount codes Nov30 or NovDec25. See the yellow banner across the top of our homepage for details and to book your stay…