- TripBuzz found 51 things to do with kids in or near Buena Vista, Colorado, including 25 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Salida, Nathrop and Canon City.
- From Cottonwood Lake to Harvard City Riding Stables, the Buena Vista area offers 50 different types of family activities, including: Rafting, Farms & Ranches, Other Adventures and Parks.
- A small town in Central Colorado, Buena Vista is located at the base of the Collegiate Range, a section of the Rocky Mountains. This area is most known for white water rafting and other recreational activities such as fishing, camping and horseback riding. Adventurers also visit the area to hunt for gems, rocks and minerals.
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Visitors can explore an authentic dude ranch in the Rocky Mountains at Elk Mountain Ranch. The ranch hosts daily activities like horseback trail rides, fishing, hiking trips, and white-water rafting.
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Open seasonally, rain or shine, the Comanche Drive In Theatre is a retro style drive in movie theater originally constructed in 1966. The theater shows a combination of classic movies and more recent ones.
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23910 US Hwy 285 S, Buena Vista, CO 81211
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Owned and operated by a premier white water rafting company, Browns Canyon Adventure Park offers visitors thrilling adventures high above land. The company features challenging obstacle courses and on-site lodging options.
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An enjoyable Colorado mountain destination, Mount Princeton Hot Springs is suitable for family as well as couple vacations. Along with a full-service resort, guests come to this spot to experience the relaxing hot springs.
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15870 County Road 162, Buena Vista, CO 81236
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At Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort – Bath House & Hot Springs, visitors can access the historic bathhouse pool, steam rooms, and natural Creekside pools. The location also features an upper pool and a water slide.
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At the Collegiate Peaks Scenic Outlook, travelers have the chance to view the Colorado Aquamarine state gemstone and the Arkansas River. The path also features a high number of ghost towns and historic structures.
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Clear Creek Rafting Company offers over a dozen different whitewater rafting packages including half, full and multi-day trips where patrons are fully outfitted and guided. They offer trips for all skill levels on two different rivers.
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In operation since 1982, Good Times Rafting has been guiding tours through the white waters of the Colorado River. The company offers a Pick Your Adventure packages which take adventurous rafters through Browns Canyon, Big Home Sheep Canyon and more.
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Four Corners Rafting has whitewater rafting opportunities for the inexperienced and seasoned adventurer alike. Knowledgeable and focused on quality, Four Corners Rafting has trips that cater to all interests and skill levels. Memberships are also available.
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13999 County Rd 162, Nathrop, CO 81236
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Horse lovers enjoy visiting the Mt Princeton Riding Stables & Equestrian Center in Nathrop, Colorado. The Center offers equestrian tours, cart riding, pack mule excursions and other enjoyable horse-related activities.