Travel Guide
Welcome to the Rockies!
We’re so glad you’re joining us!
While our ceremony will take place in Howard, Colorado, we recommend staying with us in Salida - a hip town nestled along the Arkansas River in central Colorado - and visiting the unique shops, cool haunts, and fun activities the area offers!
There will be a shuttle available to take you to the wedding, so you can kick back and enjoy a great weekend!
Check out our recommendations below for places to stay, eat, and adventure in Salida and beyond…
Getting There
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If you are flying to Colorado, you can travel to either Denver International Airport (DEN) or Colorado Springs Airport (COS).
It is about a 3 hr drive from Denver to Salida and a 2 hr drive from Colorado Springs to Salida. You can drive, carpool, or take a bus (from Denver).
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It is about a 3 hr drive from Denver to Salida and a 2 hr drive from Colorado Springs to Salida.
Rental cars are available at the Denver and Colorado Springs Airports.
If you rent a car at the Denver or Colorado Springs Airport from Budget or Avis, they have provided us coupon codes that you can enter or present at checkout.
Budget: S274070
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If you aren't driving your own car and prefer not to rent a car, you can travel from Denver to Salida by bus.
From the Denver airport, you will take the light rail (line A) to Union Station in downtown Denver. The ride takes about 37 minutes and costs $10. You can buy tickets on your phone using the RTD app, at the Denver airport, or via ticketing vending machine at the light rail platform.
At Union Station, you will catch the Bustang Bus to Salida (Crested Butte to Denver Route). The bus departs Union Station (Bus Concourse Gate B4) daily at 1:50pm and arrives in Salida at about 5:15pm. Tickets cost $29 (or $14.50 if over 65) and can be purchased on the Bustang website.
The return bus to Denver departs Salida each day at 7:45am from 54 Jones Ave and arrives in Denver at 10:50am.
Our Recommended Accommodations
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Browns Canyon Inn
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Hampton Inn and Suites - Salida
$$ | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Airbnb Options
$-$$$$ | Salida
Tons of options all around town.
Other Accomodations
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Silver Ridge Lodge
$$ | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Comfort Inn
$$ | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Baymont by Wyndham
$$-$$$ | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Gateway Inn and Suites
$$-$$$ | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Circle R Motel
$-$$ | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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The Palace Hotel
$$$ | Downtown Salida
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Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort
$$$$ | Nathrop
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The Manhattan Hotel
$$$ | Downtown Salida
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Loyal Duke Lodge
$$ | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Amigo Motor Lodge
$$ | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
Sold out for the weekend.
Eat and Drink
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Boathouse Cantina
$$ | Mexican, American | Downtown Salida
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The Biker & the Baker
$$ | Brunch | Downtown Salida
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Liberty Hall
$$ | Cocktails, Wine, Beer, Bites | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Silver Whisker Bakery
$-$$ | American | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Howl Mercantile & Coffee
$ | Coffee | Downtown Salida
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Coffee by Topo
$ | Coffee | Downtown Salida
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Salida Pharmacy & Fountain
$ | Ice Cream, Sodas | Downtown Salida
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Wood's High Mountain Distillery
$$ | Distillery | Downtown Salida
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Soulcraft Brewing
$$ | Brewery | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Robin's in Salida
$$ | Breakfast, American | Salida (Hwy 50)
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Sushi Thai Salida
$$$ | Japanese, Thai | Downtown Salida
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Little Cambodia
$$ | Asian | Salida (Rainbow Blvd)
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Siam Noodles
$$ | Asian | Downtown Salida
Activities
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Explore
Check out downtown Salida, Colorado’s largest national historic district and first certified creative district.
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Hike
Salida is surrounded by several gorgeous mountain ranges featuring numerous hiking trails and some of Colorado’s highest peaks.
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Bike
Salida is known for its biking with dozens of rides available right out the door.
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Fish
The Arkansas River is designated as the longest stretch of Gold Medal Waters in Colorado, offer increble fishing opportunities.
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Raft
Salida is home to one of the nation’s most popular areas for whitewater rafting. River trips are available for all levels of experience and thrill seeking.
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Soak
Relax and rejuvenate from a long night of dancing in the naturally occurring nearby hot springs.
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Zipline
For the thrill-seekers, Salida offers several zip and aerial adventure park experiences.
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Ride
Check out the nearby mountains and trails via horseback for a truly western experience.
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Drive
If you’re not up for hiking, but thill want to explore the beautiful mountains, there are a number of scenic drives in the area.
Michael + Bailey’s
Salida Scavenger Hunt
Looking for something especially fun?
Try to decode our clues to explore the town and see Salida!
This is where the groom gets artsy.
Michael and Bailey spent a “little” time here from 2022-2023.
All aboard! Find a cute caboose.
This clock won’t tell you any time.
It’s socially acceptable to be a “jerk” here.
No false clue here - this is the best place to step back in time.
Row, or lean, your boats here.
Grab your partner in crime and “hop” on over to this corner cafe.
You will “Wolf” down some coffee and breakfast at this shop.
S marks the spot.
Find where You Only Live Once.
Step back in time with a Lincoln and some change.
Head on down to the most elevated restaurant in Salida and drink by the river!
Don’t mail this one in! Look up to find where Salida originally sent their letters.
A hotel made for kings and queens.
Salida always reminds us to follow our heart(s).
Get a savory lunch at this “sweet” find.
Find me perched atop Nature’s Bridge.
Are you “enjoying Salida?”