Area Attractions
Salida is the perfect basecamp for exploring the entire Arkansas River corridor. Just 1 hour east, the Royal Gorge region offers world-class rafting, the most thrilling zipline in Colorado, luxury lodging, and great dining in Cañon City.
Royal Gorge Rafting
World-class whitewater rafting, just 1 hour east of Salida
Royal Gorge Rafting runs expert-guided trips through the Royal Gorge section of the Arkansas River - one of the most dramatic commercially-rafted sections in North America. With canyon walls rising 1,250 feet above Class IV-V rapids, this is a bucket-list whitewater experience. Located near Cañon City, just 1 hour east of Salida, it makes the perfect day trip add-on to your Salida adventure.
Royal Gorge Zipline Tours
Colorado's most thrilling zipline experience
Royal Gorge Zipline Tours offers the most dramatic zipline experience in Colorado - soaring up to 1,200 feet above the floor of the Royal Gorge canyon on multiple zipline courses. With multiple lines traversing the canyon rim, you'll have breathtaking views of the gorge, the suspension bridge, and the Arkansas River far below. Located minutes from Cañon City and 1 hour from Salida.
Royal Gorge Vacation Rentals
Luxury lodging near the Royal Gorge
Royal Gorge Vacation Rentals offers unique glamping accommodations in the beautiful canyon country near Cañon City - yurts, Airstreams, and cozy cabins in a stunning riverside setting. The perfect basecamp for a multi-day adventure combining Salida, Browns Canyon, and the Royal Gorge. Book your stay and wake up surrounded by canyon wilderness.

Royal Gorge Adventure Hub
The ultimate adventure hub near the Royal Gorge
Royal Gorge Adventure Hub is the one-stop adventure hub for the entire Royal Gorge region - offering packages that combine rafting, zipline tours, and lodging for the ultimate Colorado adventure getaway. Book a full multi-day package and experience the best the region has to offer without the hassle of booking each activity separately.
Whitewater Bar & Grill
Dining at the Royal Gorge, west of Cañon City
Whitewater Bar & Grill sits beside Royal Gorge Rafting on US-50, west of Cañon City - a lively, welcoming spot serving hearty food and cold drinks after a day of adventure on the river or in the canyon. With a full menu of American comfort food, local craft beers on tap, and a bar program to match, Whitewater is the go-to spot for guides, locals, and visitors alike after a day of adventure.
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