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Buena Vista Area - South Central Colorado
Includes Johnson Village, Nathrop & St. Elmo
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Pictured: Rafters on the Arkansas River. Photo courtesy of Wilderness Aware Rafting.
The small town of Buena Vista, nestled at the base of the Collegiate
and Sawatch Mountain Ranges, is named for its "good view." In the Upper
Arkansas River Valley, Buena Vista and its surroundings were once home
to the Ute Indians. Lt. Zebulon Pike, who passed through in 1806, found
evidence of some 3,000 Utes. Like other Colorado towns, miners came when
they learned of gold strikes in the area and ranchers eventually followed.
The city has a rowdy past, once hosting 36 bars and a hanging judge. Now
Buena Vista is the jumping off point for some of the best river rafting
in Colorado. Brown's Canyon, 8 miles south, is often called the whitewater
capital. The impressive Collegiate Range, lies to the west has the most
concentrated number of peaks above 14,000' in Colorado, abounds with hiking
trails, mountain bike trails and riddled with ghost towns. Another feature
of the Buena Vista area are the natural hot springs where you can soothe
your body while gazing up at majestic, snowcapped peaks.
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- Bed & Breakfast Hotel with a twist in Johnson Village, 2 miles from historic Buena Vista. Close to golf, restaurants, hiking, fishing, whitewater river rafting, hunting, skiing, snowmobiling.
- Fun, exciting raft trips for all ages and abilities, all with FREE WETSUIT USE! Located in the Heart of the Colorado Rockies, between Salida and Buena Vista.
- Whitewater Rafting on 4 different rivers, serving vacationers from Breckenridge to Buena Vista. Also offered are fishing float trips, rock climbing, biking, hiking, hot air ballooning & kayak instruction.
- Ride the Divide! Guided or unguided, you choose. Come enjoy the fun of riding through back country of Rocky Mountains near Salida and Buena Vista. Open all year. Enjoy our spectacular Fall Color Tours.
- Soothe your body and soul! The luxurious vacation home is located in a spectacular alpine setting between Buena Vista and Salida with a private hand-built soaking hot mineral springs pool.
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- In the heart of the fourteeners region near Buena Vista & Salida, these historic creekside cabins were built in the early 1900's & renovated in 2004. Each has a private hot spring pool just outside the door.
- Private duplex log cabin, 900 square foot, along the Arkansas River with one campsite across the road, the perfect place for kayakers to put in & take out with 300 feet of private access. We love snowmobilers!
- Along the Arkansas River, spectacular mountain views, 4-1/2 miles north of Buena Vista, the "Banana Belt of the Rockies". RV and tent sites. On-site trailer, 5th wheel and cabin rentals. Walk to river fishing.
- A true country campground on 23 acres near Buena Vista. Cabins & cottages with kitchens & bathrooms. Yurts. Spacious RV sites. Tent sites in the trees. Free WI-FI. Free shuttle to river when rafting with us!
- Come & explore Buena Vista's high country! Experience the wonders of Colorado's highest back country and have a fantastic time getting there! Hourly, half-day & full day rentals. Weekly specials. 1 & 2 seaters.
- Newly furnished vacation home in the heart of Colorado's outdoor paradise with rafting, fishing, hiking and golf, tucked in the foothills of Mount Yale near Buena Vista. Great for large families!
- Buena Vista Jeeps will help you experience Colorado. Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountain Collegiate Peaks with rows of "Fourteeners". We provide you with a true mountain travel vehicle.
- A DAY OF YOUR SUMMER. . . FOR THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE! Colorado River rafting is a fun and exciting family sport. 2 offices: Buena Vista and Royal Gorge area with 1/2 day and multi day trips.
- 1 and 2 bedroom, modern and semi-modern pioneer log cabins along Chalk Creek south of Buena Vista near Mt Princeton Hot Springs. Open all year. Small weddings and reunions welcome.
- Modern housekeeping cabins with fully equipped kitchens on Chalk Creek (a trout stream that runs behind the cabins) near Mt Princeton Hot Springs and Buena Vista. Two trout lakes are within 1 mile.
 | Chaffee County Visitors Bureau  Where less is more: less traffic, less crowded & more fun. America's most popular, accessible river to raft & fish. More tall peaks per square mile than anywhere in the US. Unreal hot springs, biking & skiing. |
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- Relax in your own natural hot spring pool, this vacation home's kidney-shaped pool is odorless & 102 degrees, soak before breakfast and after a day of outdoor activities in Buena Vista's Collegiate Peaks.
- Some RV & tent sites right on Chalk Creek, near Buena Vista. Large full hookups for Big Rigs. Cabins with kitchen and bathroom, sleep up to six people. Close to fishing, rafting, off roading, hiking & more.
 | Colorado Adventures Twice Named Colorado's "Company of the Year." Offering 1/2 to 10 day whitewater rafting trips on 5 Colorado rivers. Featuring Inn-to-Inn rafting, horseback riding, jeeping and downhill mountain biking. |
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- Buena Vista, Salida, Leadville, Twin Lakes & South Park offers a wide variety of fishing. No matter what type of fishing you enjoy, we will help you find it! Recently featured in the "Los Angeles Times."
- Vacation homes in the Upper Arkansas River Valley: Buena Vista, Salida & Monarch. Rentals for your family or bring your group: Sit back, relax and let us organize your perfect western vacation for you!
 | Cottonwood Country Snowmobile Tours Why use Cottonwood Country Snowmobile Tours? Safety. We've been in the snowmobile business 15 years. Experience the powerful rush of snowmobiling in beautiful Buena Vista's back country. |
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- A place for quiet relaxation! Spa services: water therapies - massages - soak in the hot springs - women's retreats. Lodging: room & creekside cabins. Group rates. About 5 miles west of Buena Vista.
- Come to the mountains and soak in magical mineral waters along the rustling waters of Chalk Creek. The vacation home is between Buena Vista and Salida providing mountain views and secluded privacy.
- We are the only jeep tour company in the Salida/Buena Vista area that crosses the Continental Divide! America's Luxury Jeep tours at economy prices! Enhance the Magic of the Mountains!
- Fun, affordable, whitewater raft trips minutes from Denver, Vail, Summit County, Aspen, and Colorado Springs. Offering Mild to wild rafting on the Arkansas, Colorado, Blue and Clear Creek Rivers.
- A quiet get-away nestled in San Isabel National Forest at the base of Colorado's highest peak. West of Twin Lakes, between Leadville, Buena Vista and Aspen.
- A "dream location." Mountain Peaks more than 14,000 feet will surround you. Hot springs that will melt away your cares. Dine on gourmet meals and stay in comfortable, yet affordable lodging.
- 1 mile N. of historic Buena Vista in a mountain valley with views of Collegiate Peaks: RV sites with full hookups, tent camping sites and cabin rentals. Free Wi-Fi throughout. Parking and storage for your toys.
- A comfortable vacation home on over an acre, is within walking distance to restaurants, churches and historic downtown Buena Vista, in the heart of the Colorado Rocky mountains.
- A secluded mountain cabin between the National Forest and State Wildlife Preserve near Buena Vista with abundant wildlife, stream fishing on-site, & hikes to waterfalls. Chalk Creek flow around your cabin.
- Two secluded creekside cabins within walking distance of Cottonwood Hot Springs. Enjoy the magic in this pristine setting with abundant wildlife and close to area activities. 5.5 mi. from Buena Vista.
- Conveniently located in Breckenridge, Buena Vista & Royal Gorge. Raft the Blue River, Colorado River & Arkansas River.
- Enjoy small town hospitality in Buena Vista. Clean, comfortable, spacious cabin/rooms with cooking facilities. Pets are welcomed! Snowmobilers will like the ample parking; trails start 15 minutes away.
- The "Whitewater Professionals" since 1972! Half, Full and Multi-day trips for all ages and abilities. Private beach and hot showers await your group. Buena Vista and Royal Gorge.
- Family ranch, borders National Forest near Buena Vista south of Leadville. Quaint, quiet, country log cabins. Romance package includes fresh baked goodies, fresh flowers, plus a special surprise.
 | Snowy Peaks RV Park & RV Rentals Open year round on Collegiate Peaks Scenic Byway near Buena Vista. Amenities: CAMPER RENTALS FOR HERE OR ON THE GO, outdoor recreation, WI-FI, campfires & live music. Near hot springs. |
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- NO TRAILERING--trails start at our front door! St. Elmo Colorado was officially founded in 1880. Most reasonable priced rentals in the area. 56 miles of mapped out trips visiting ghost towns & gold mines.
- Catch a Big TROUT or PIKE. Situated on the southern edge of Taylor Park Reservoir, near Almont. A full line of tackle, bait, boat rentals, equipment repairs, fully equipped trolling poles & casting poles.
- Family owned for most of the last 30 years! Expect to be treated like family. Originally built in 1879, this motel in Buena Vista is rumored to have been a brothel. Pets Welcome! Open for winter snowmobiling!
- Unspoiled beauty of ancient Twin Lakes makes THIS part of Rocky Mountains unique. ONLY AAA rated lodging in area offers elegant comfort, WI-FI and crisp Rocky Mountain air dried sheets. New Art Gallery.
- One and 2-bedroom self-maintained cabins in Buena Vista with mountain seclusion. Quiet and relaxing, off the highway. Cabins surrounded by mature trees. Wander the trails of this mountain wonderland.
- Spectacular mountain views embrace delightful log cabin near Buena Vista. Open all year. Romance packages: customized for your special someone. Nature's 4-season playground at your doorstep.
RV Sales, Services, and Rentals
| Snowy Peaks RV Park & RV Rentals Open year round on Collegiate Peaks Scenic Byway near Buena Vista. Amenities: CAMPER RENTALS FOR HERE OR ON THE GO, outdoor recreation, WI-FI, campfires & live music. Near hot springs. |
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For more information contact:
Chaffee County Visitors Bureau
Where less is more: less traffic, less crowded & more fun. America's most popular, accessible river to raft & fish. More tall peaks per square mile than anywhere in the US. Unreal hot springs, biking & skiing.- Buena Vista Area Chamber of Commerce
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