Local Area Attractions Near Ouray KOA Holiday

Ready to kickstart your adventure? Ouray KOA Holiday is ready to be your home base as you explore Downtown Ouray, the local hot springs, and the San Juan Mountains. In Ouray, there are plenty of recreation items to fuel your vacation fun. Some favorite activities are Ouray hot springs, Box Canyon Falls Park, Ouray Alchemist Museum, local breweries, and the many Jeep trails. Take your vacation to the next level with some planned recreation!

Ouray Hot Springs Pool

Ouray Hot Springs Pool

Ouray Hot Springs geothermally heated mineral pools range from 104 degrees in contrast to 75 degrees Fahrenheit or 40 to 24 degrees Celsius. Located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains. The hot springs pool, surrounded by 13,000-foot snow-capped peaks, also has five separate geothermally heated pools.  As a result, the pool has an adult only soaking section, two fast water slides (over 48" to ride or pass the deep water test), the obstacle course and climbing wall in the activity pool (over 12 years old or pass the deep water test), 8 lap lanes for a workout pool, two family and soaking, geothermal and playing pools.

1220 Main St PO Box 468

Ouray, CO 81427

970-325-7073

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Orvis Hot Springs

Orvis Hot Springs

Orvis hot springs in Ridgway have seven main naturally-occurring minerals with various health benefits. The waters here are most famous for their lithium content, highly sought after due to its soothing effects that naturally melt away stress and anxiety. A soak in Orvis Hot Springs can reduce the effects of conditions such as arthritis and eczema, by improving the function of many of the body's vital systems. Scientific evidence shows that the combination of the heat and minerals in hot springs improve blood circulation, relax tense muscles, relieve pain, and promote peaceful sleep.

1585 County Rd. 3

Ridgway, CO 81432

970-626-5324

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Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Durango was founded by the Denver & Rio Grande Railway in 1879. The railroad arrived in Durango on August 5, 1881 and construction on the line to Silverton began in the fall of the same year. Relive the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a spectacular journey on board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

479 Main Ave

Durango, CO 81301

877-872-4607

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Box Canyon Falls

Box Canyon Falls

Ouray's own wonder of the world is the culmination of Canyon Creek narrowing and spilling thousands of gallons a minute of water over the falls. At this most spectacular geological formation, the 285 foot waterfall plummets into a narrow quartzite canyon. The narrow rock walls tower over the falls by nearly 100 feet! The park is on CR361 - off Highway 550 just south of Ouray.

Box Canyon Rd

Ouray, CO 81427

970-325-7080

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Bachelor-Syracuse Mine Tour

Bachelor-Syracuse Mine Tour

Experience the Bachelor-Syracuse Mine Tour which takes you 1,800 feet horizontally into Gold Hill, rich in gold, silver, and other precious metals.

95 Gold Mountain Trail

Ouray, CO 81427

970-325-0220

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Local Area Recreation Near Ouray KOA Holiday

Hiking Trails

Hiking Trails

Hiking around Ouray is like hiking in a postcard. Whether you call it hiking, trekking, going on a walkabout, or rambling, putting your feet into motion and heading into the hills is a wonderful way to experience Ouray. Many of the trails begin in the foothills around town. All of these trails provide you with postcard-perfect backdrops and awe-inspiring views.

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San Juan Scenic Jeep Tours

San Juan Scenic Jeep Tours

Experience the 1880s and the world of prospectors, adventurers, and mountaineers with your own ride on those high cliff-hanging stage and wagon roads! You can see firsthand the old mining ghost towns above Ouray, Silverton, Telluride, and Lake City with the guides of Colorado's first and original Jeep Tour company.

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RIGS Fly Shop | Guide Service

RIGS Fly Shop | Guide Service

Like every good guide service RIGS was built on firsthand experience by professional river guides with decades of prior fly fishing and rafting industry knowledge.

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Canyoning Colorado

Canyoning Colorado

Canyoning Colorado is an outdoor activity operator that solely focuses on canyoning / canyoneering. We are passionate about canyoning and everything we do encourages safe exploration in a natural environment.

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