Mountain Area Local Vacations Guide

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  Acquired Tastes Rafting

  Buena Vista

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  High Quality Half-, One-, Two-, and Three-day Rafting Adventures on the Arkansas River

     We give you more value for your rafting dollar! Our Brown's Canyon Bonus Half-Day Trip includes two extra rapids. On our deluxe two- and three-day trips, we camp on private land so we give you a better camping experience for less money than companies that camp on public land. Our friendly, well-trained guides and staff will make your rafting trip a special experience! ACQUIRED TASTES HAS PROVIDED SAFE, FUN, EXCITING WHITEWATER ADVENTURES UNDER THE SAME OWNERSHIP SINCE 1986! (less) ... Read more

  10% Off if you request U.S. Family Guide Discount

  Get the Real Deal with our Higher Quality 1/2-, 1-, & 2-Day Rafting Adventures! We offer a Smaller, More Personal Rafting Experience! Our guides do only one trip per day. Other companies…

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  American Adventure Expeditions

  Buena Vista

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  Whitewater Rafting

     Join us for a fun filled day of whitewater rafting in Colorado on one of numerous stretches of the Arkansas River. The Ark, as the locals call it, is the premier location for a whitewater rafting vacation in Colorado and one of the best in the world! Located some two hours from Denver or Colorado Springs, whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River makes a perfect quick and exciting trip for friends, company retreats, or a great family adventure vacation. Pick from four spectacular stretches of river, each with their own unique personality: Whitewater Rafting Browns Canyon, Whitewater Rafting The Numbers, Whitewater Rafting Royal Gorge, and Whitewater Rafting Parkdale / Bighorn Sheep Canyon. (less) ... Read more

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  Colorado Parks & Wildlife

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  Family Activity Backpacks!

     Discover our Family Activity Backpacks that visitors can check out at select parks for their journey along the trail. Libraries across the state are offering two "Check Out State Parks" passes, each for distribution with an activity backpack containing binoculars, brochures and other educational materials to library patrons. These packs help turn an ordinary hike into a learning adventure in nature! The interactive packs will include: two large bug boxes, magnifiers, various guide books (covering birds, insects, wildflowers and pond or tree life depending on the park), binoculars and a nature journal. Families can use the contents of the pack to let their imaginations soar or they can use some of the suggested activities for more structured exploration. The packs can help explorers of any age discover how fun the journey can be as they delve in for a closer look of the great outdoors. Activity packs may be checked-out at the park visitor centers or office for day use and returned before heading home or back to the campsite. (less) ... Read more

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  Family Activity Backpacks!

     Discover our Family Activity Backpacks that visitors can check out at select parks for their journey along the trail. Libraries across the state are offering two "Check Out State Parks" passes, each for distribution with an activity backpack containing binoculars, brochures and other educational materials to library patrons. These packs help turn an ordinary hike into a learning adventure in nature! The interactive packs will include: two large bug boxes, magnifiers, various guide books (covering birds, insects, wildflowers and pond or tree life depending on the park), binoculars and a nature journal. Families can use the contents of the pack to let their imaginations soar or they can use some of the suggested activities for more structured exploration. The packs can help explorers of any age discover how fun the journey can be as they delve in for a closer look of the great outdoors. Activity packs may be checked-out at the park visitor centers or office for day use and returned before heading home or back to the campsite. (less) ... Read more

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  Copper Mountain Resort Association

  Copper Mountain

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  Copper's activities let you enjoy the mountains while relaxing in the Village at Copper with the entire family. Race on Summit County's only go kart track, conquer the climbing wall or see who gets the first hole-in-one at Copper's mini golf course. Summer Activity Passes: Include: (1) Rocky Mountain Coaster Coaster Ride, (3) Bungee, (1) go-kart, (1) zip-line, mini golf, (2) Wrecktangle hydro bike, bumper boats, and climbing wall.

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  Granby Ranch

  Granby

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  At Granby Ranch, you can take advantage of extraordinary amenities when you're part of the community. We have our own ski basin, miles of private unspoiled fly fishing, a championship golf course and acres of recreational and wide-open space. Plus, plans include a pool as well as a community Grange Hall for Granby Ranch family parties and neighborhood gatherings. Granby Ranch is your chance to be part of the last great Colorado Land Rush and the first great opportunity to own it all in a single community.

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  High Country Snowmobile Tours

  Dillon

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  Snowmobile Tours & Snow Tubing.....Beginner Friendly & Family Oriented Tours to More Adventurous & Challenging Tours.....It's the memory of a lifetime. Come experience Colorado's beauty with a snowmobile vacation in the Summit County Colorado area.....Two Locations Serving: Keystone, Breckenridge, Dillon, Silverthorne, Frisco, Copper Mountain, Kremmling and Summit County, Colorado....Book Online Now or call us at 970-668-9945.

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  Loveland Ski Area

  Georgetown

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  13,010 Feet High Atop the Continental Divide

     Its skilled, friendly instructors and gentle, separate terrain for beginners. Its FREE, close-in parking. Its tons of terrain at a small price. Its cruisers and bumps, trees and glades, and everything in between a place where people with a love for skiing and riding experience pure bliss.

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  Performance Tours Rafting

  Breckenridge

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  Genuine Colorado Adventure at its Best!

     Rafting in Colorado on a scenic whitewater raft trip is genuine Colorado adventure at its best ! Our rafting trips range from family adventure to extreme whitewater excitement trips. The raft trips depart from our offices in Breckenridge, Buena Vista, and the Royal Gorge. Our offices are an easy drive from the Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Canon City, Aspen, Vail , Keystone, Copper Mountain, Dillon, Frisco, and Salida areas. We raft on the Arkansas, Clear Creek, Blue and Colorado Rivers offering half-day to multi-day trips with spectacular mountain and canyon scenery. The Arkansas River is the most popular river in Colorado and offers some of the best whitewater rafting in the nation! Performance Tours has been offering professionally guided raft trips for all ages and abilities since 1986, and we have provided over 200,000 guests with fun-filled river memories that will last a lifetime! Our excellent safety record, and emphasis on customer satisfaction has made us one of the most popular, trusted, and highly respected outfitters in Colorado. Our highly qualified and service oriented staff is committed to exceeding your expectations in an effort to make your Colorado rafting adventure the best that it can be ! We invite you to join us this summer and experience for yourself the thrill and excitement that whitewater rafting offers. You'll see why river rafting has become one of the most popular activities in the Colorado Rockies and you'll discover why so many people prefer Performance Tours for their adventures. Give us a call - you'll be glad you did! (less) ... Read more

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  RaftColorado.net

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  RaftColorado.net is Colorado's online guide for whitewater rafting. Check out dozens of special offers updated daily for family whitewater rafting adventure.

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  Rocky Mountain Nature Association

  Estes Park

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  Serving Rocky Mountain National Park and other public lands partners since 1931

     The Rocky Mountain Nature Association provides custom and regularly scheduled educational adventures and tours for folks visiting Rocky Mountain National Park. Topics that we provide classes on include: backpacking, hiking, birding, photography, wildflowers, wildlife, geology, history, astronomy, and more! With advanced notice, any class can be customized for a family or group. You can also visit our website at www.rmna.org and click on the seminars/calendar tab to register or read more about what we offer.

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  Royal Gorge Route Railroad

  Canon City

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  Take a Train Ride Through the Royal Gorge!

     The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is Colorado's finest and most exhilarating way to explore the riches and beauties of the Royal Gorge. Whether enjoying the breathtaking views from an open railroad car or enjoying a meal garnished with spectacular sights, the Royal Gorge Route Railroad has bounties of fun for all those who board. The train departs daily now through October 31. Looking for a Christmas adventure the whole family will enjoy? The Santa Express Train is the answer for this year's holiday fun! Take part in the magical journey up the gorge to the "North Pole" where the train makes a special stop to pick up a very important passenger - Santa! Every family will enjoy classic Christmas stories and hot cocoa while making memories that will last a lifetime on the Santa Express Train. Make your reservation now for Santa Express, as spots fill up quickly. Visit us on our website or call us to make a reservation for an unforgettable journey on Colorado's most unforgettable train. (less) ... Read more

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  The Splash at Fossil Trace

  Golden

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  Are your kids getting bored of the neighborhood pool? Bring them to Splash! Splash is an aquatic facility with 5 different waterslides, a 500 gallon dumping bucket, a sand play area, a spray pad, and a lap pool with a diving board.

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  Traveling Baby Company

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  Baby Equipment Rental. Clean, Safe and Delivered!

     Are you traveling with your baby? Baby equipment rental is now made easy with Traveling Baby Company. Book on line and your baby equipment will be delivered straight to your door. Rent cribs, strollers, car seats, toys and much more. All our products are clean, safe and easy to use.

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Accommodations

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  Colorado Parks & Wildlife

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  Camping in Colorado

     Lying beneath a starry canopy and drifting off to the sound of nature is just one draw to camping in Colorado. Breathtaking natural beauty, few bugs and the abundance of outdoor activities at your fingertips make the Centennial State one of the nation's most popular places to camp. Colorado Parks and Wildlife manages more than 4,000 campsites throughout the state. We have everything from backcountry sites for those who desire seclusion to full-hookup sites with individual pressurized water, sewer and electrical connections. Our parks make the perfect setting for affordable, family-friendly vacations. Weekdays offer your pick of prime campsites, cabins or yurts and allow you time to explore and discover Colorado's diverse landscapes and attractions. (less) ... Read more

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  Golden Bell Camp and Conference Center

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  Golden Bell Camp & Conference Center - A Mountain Top Experience

     Sometimes you just need a break from the busyness of life and reconnect with family and friends. Golden Bell is a perfect weekend escape. We offer Lodge and Chalet accommodations that are perfect for a simple getaway, a retreat or a family reunion! Call or email us to make your reservation. 719-687-9561 or info@goldenbellrocks.com