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Salida Resource & Travel Guide 2021

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Royal Gorge Route Railroad<br />

While you can experience the splendor of the<br />

Royal Gorge from above thanks to the bridge, the<br />

Royal Gorge Route Railroad will give you a closeup<br />

view of this stunning area. There are a number<br />

of ticket options available, each of which gives you<br />

the opportunity to enjoy not only breathtaking<br />

views but delectable menu items. The railroad<br />

hosts special events throughout the year,<br />

including those for holidays as well as unique<br />

experiences like Murder Mystery Dinners. To get<br />

to the depot from Creekside, head east on<br />

Highway 50 for about 67 miles. Turn right on 3rd<br />

Street and continue on until you see signs<br />

directing you to the parking area.<br />

Cottonwood Lake<br />

Cottonwood Lake is a beautiful mountain<br />

lake that’s not too far from Buena Vista. It’s<br />

a lovely spot for a relaxed afternoon of<br />

hiking, fishing, or picnicking. To get there,<br />

head east on Highway 50 to Poncha<br />

Springs, where you’ll take a left on 285.<br />

After about 21 miles, you’ll continue<br />

straight onto Highway 24, which will take<br />

you into Buena Vista. Turn left onto Main<br />

Street, which turns into County Road 306.<br />

Continue on for approximately 6 miles and<br />

then turn left on County Road 344 (there<br />

will be a sign for Cottonwood Lake, too).<br />

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