Situated in the 'Heart of the Rockies' Salida is completely surrounded by majestic mountains coupled with the mild, warm temperatures of a true 'banana belt ' here in Colorado! We are located only 16 miles from Monarch Ski Area, and minutes from whitewater rafting and gold-medal fishing on the Arkansas river or beautiful mountain lakes. Right next door to the Best Western Colorado Lodge, is Salida's renowned Hot Springs Mineral Pool and Baths, park with tennis courts, exercise builders, volleyball, shuffleboard, basketball and picnic facilities. Travel five miles east of Junction 285 and US 50 on Highway 50, or one and one half miles west of Colorado Street Junction with 291 and 50 to West Rainbow.
