Salida Shopping Guide
Insider guides to galleries, boutiques, artisans, and outdoor gear in Colorado's most creative mountain town.
Artisan Weekend: 2 Days of Salida Shopping & Royal Gorge Adventure
The ultimate Colorado weekend: two days of gallery-hopping, boutique shopping, artisan markets, world-class whitewater, and canyon views. A complete itinerary for the Salida Creative District and Royal Gorge.
Read articleShopping + Adventure: The Perfect Salida to Royal Gorge Day Trip
Start your morning browsing Salida's galleries and boutiques, then take the scenic 45-minute drive east on US-50 for world-class rafting or ziplines at Royal Gorge — and end with dinner at Whitewater Bar & Grill in Canon City.
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Colorado sapphires, turquoise, and custom-made pieces crafted in-studio — Salida's jewelry makers create wearable art rooted in the Rocky Mountain landscape.
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Salida is the gateway to the Arkansas River's legendary whitewater, 14er trails, and world-class mountain biking. Here's where to gear up before you head out.
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Day Trip from Salida
Take the scenic drive east on US-50 to the Royal Gorge — world-class rafting, ziplines, and glamping just 45 minutes away.
Royal Gorge Rafting
Colorado's #1 Whitewater
Royal Gorge Zipline
1,200 Ft Above the Gorge
RG Vacation Rentals
Airstreams & Yurts
Canon City dining after the adventure
Whitewater Bar & Grill (719) 269-1009 • Whitewater Rooftop Social (719) 451-7241