Put on your walking shoes and return to the 1880's when this area was full of outlaws and entrepreneurs, railroads and dirt lanes, big dreams and bigger violence, mining riches and ladies of the evening. You'll never again think of Salida as 'quaint.' Salida has the largest National Historic District in Colorado, with over 100 preserved buildings, and our social history is as rich as the gold and silver that flowed through the veins of the mountains. Go behind the scenes of forgotten stories, destructive fires, larger-than-life characters, cutting-edge technology and construction, gunfights, lynchings, and classic architecture.
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Sightseeing Tours Hiking / Walking
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All tours begin and end in downtown Salida, at the end of F Street, in front of the red caboose, located at the base of 'S' Mountain.
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Chaffee County Central Colorado
Chaffee County
Central ColoradoMore than 100 miles of the Arkansas River and her tributaries flow through the heart of Chaffee County, gracing both Salida and Buena Vista with her beauty and world-renowned whitewater, fly-fishing, scenery and river festivals. Request this Free Visitor GuideRequested!You're all set! Request a few more Visitor Guides, or complete the form below to receive your guides by mail.
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