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Iron Mountain Hot SpringsIron Mountain Hot Springs mineral hot springs pools in Glenwood Springs on the bank of the Colorado River. 16 unique pools of 100% pure, thermal mineral water, ranging from 98 to 108°F. A special quiet zone provides a soothing environment to soak and relax. There's also a larger, freshwater family pool where parents can relax in an elevated whirlpool while watching kids play.
Glenwood Hot Springs PoolGlenwood Springs Hot Springs Pool is famous for being the largest in the world at more than two blocks long.The historic thermal spring water has been drawing visitors from all over the world since 1888. The source of the Glenwood Hot Springs’ mineral water is the Yampah spring which produces over 3.5 million gallons of water per day at a temperature of 122°F.
Glenwood CanyonThis is a majestic canyon, which was carved over 3 million years by the power of the Colorado River. This 16-mile canyon provides endless opportunities for recreation including hiking, biking, river rafting and more. The canyon, which has historically provided the routes of railroads and highways through western Colorado, currently furnishes the routes of Interstate 70 and the Union Pacific's Central Corridor between Denver and Grand Junction.
Frontier Historical MuseumThis majestic museum is a well furnished 1905 Victorian style house. It showcases what life was once like for residents and visitors in Glenwood Springs.Learn about Glenwood Springs’ ranching and mining days as well as all the influential people that were drawn to the area, which included presidents, outlaws, gangsters, and movie stars.
Fairy CavesThe Historic Fairy Cave Tour is a 40-minute guided walking tour that is appropriate for most fitness levels. This tour leads you on a quarter-mile-long underground stroll through narrow, winding passages, to natural water features and includes a stop at Exclamation Point—a viewing balcony with magnificent panoramas.
Giant Canyon SwingThe Giant Canyon Swing is a one-of-a-kind cliffside amusement at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park. The swing takes guests nearly vertical at the height of each swinging arc and hits a top speed of 50 mph delivering potent, tummy-tickling, negative G-forces, all perched at the edge of a cliff on top of a mountain
Wild West ExpressWild West Express Coaster is a steel roller coaster operating at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. It offered a next level adventure and also there are so many things to see and do.
Cliffhanger Roller CoasterThe Cliffhanger Roller Coaster a great ride, which at 7100 feet in elevation just happens to be highest elevation roller coaster in North America. Itis a steel roller coaster at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Originally located at Celebration City in Branson, Missouri.
Glenwood Canyon Hiking Biking TrailThe Glenwood Canyon trail is a paved path that begins at the No Name Rest Area along Interstate 70 in Glenwood Canyon and stretches all the way through the canyon to the Sloan/Dotsero trailhead 14 miles to the east. The trail is especially popular with bicyclists of all ages but it also sees a lot of use from runners and hikers.
Doc Holliday's Grave TrailheadThis is a final resting place of the gunslinger, in an old cemetery on a hill accessible by a trail. "He died in bed."Beautiful views on this hike to the Pioneer Cemetery; there is a chair almost on top that provides the best view.While there is a large headstone for Doc Holliday, it doesn't actually mark his grave because, according to the signs in front of the graveyard, no one knows exactly where he's buried.
Linwood CemeteryThis is the oldest existing cemetery in Glenwood Springs. The land on the hill that would later become Linwood Cemetery was homesteaded in 1885. In August 1886, the Glenwood Cemetery Association was formed and Linwood Cemetery was developed.
Glenwood Springs Zipline Adventures - Colorado Adventure CenterGlenwood Springs's Colorado Adventure Center is the great place to spend a Saturday, or any day for that matter. You can experience the breathtaking sights of Colorado while zipping high above the Colorado River with Glenwood Canyon Zipline Adventures. You will see Colorado at new heights while flying through the Glenwood Canyon.
South Canyon Hot SpringsThe South Canyon Hot Springs, are a natural hot spring just west of Glenwood Springs in the South Canyon. It requires a short hike to get too, but the reward is worth it.The one or two pools available are located on a hillside with exceptional views of the surrounding landscape
Storm King MountainStorm King Mountain is a mountain in the White River National Forest of the Rocky Mountains. It is one of the iconic location where you can spend some nice time with adventures. A good trekking destination and also this place offers stunning views of this area. A ski lift at the Copper Mountain Ski Resort is named after the mountain.
Hanging Lake trail headThe trail to Hanging Lake is a steep and rocky 1.2 mile scenic trail climbs 1,000 feet up from the bottom of Glenwood Canyon up through Deadhorse Creek Canyon to Hanging Lake. This National Natural Landmark features awe-inspiring scenery and gentle waterfalls! The Hanging Lake trail is a backcountry hike. At the beginning and end of the hiking trail it is steep, rugged and rocky. In just over a mile, the trail gains elevation of 1200 feet.
Hanging LakeHanging Lake is an amazing example of a lake formed by travertine deposition. It’s also a great example of a hanging garden plant community. When open, the lake is reached via a trailhead located along the Glenwood Canyon Bike and Pedestrian Path that runs along the north side of I-70 in the bottom of the canyon. The trail follows Dead Horse Creek, a tributary of the Colorado River. It’s very popular on summer and fall weekends.
Sunlight Mountain ResortSunlight Mountain Resort is a unique winter playground that is affordable and family oriented. Sunlight is a wintertime winner with families and groups and also offers tons of summertime activities. Amenities include a restaurant, lounge, rental and retail shop, ski school, children’s center, terrain park, nordic skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobile tours.
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Glenwood Caverns Adventure ParkGlenwood Caverns Adventure Park is an adventure park located above Glenwood Springs and is a most popular attractions, featuring cave tours, thrill rides, restaurants, kids’ activities, special events, and more.The park is unique because it sits at an altitude of 7,100 ft on a mountain above Glenwood Springs. Today, the park features numerous attractions in addition to the cave tours.