You may still be recovering from the Christmas 2019 celebrations, or you may already be thinking about what you might want to do this year. Christmas is typically associated with beautiful scenery, a feeling of goodwill, and plenty of snow. Hence, if you’re planning on traveling somewhere, you may be seeking a small town vibe…Continued
Along with the annual opening of the perennial favorite Ouray Ice Park, one of Ouray’s most anticipated events is the Ouray Ice Festival. Kicking off on January 23rd through the 26th, the event is all about ice climbing. Whether you’re someone who decided 2020 is the year you’re going to become an ice climber or…Continued
With the cold Ouray weather and its cozy ambiance, it certainly feels like the holidays. If you want to get into the spirit of the season, lots of different events are going that the entire family can enjoy. This weekend, none other than Ol’ St. Nick himself and his wife Mrs. Claus will be dropping…Continued
If you’re coming to Ouray, one of the many reasons you may be visiting is to enjoy the fun of the Ouray Ice Park. After you’ve spent a cool day climbing the manmade “ice waterfalls”, how do you stay warm? During your Ouray stay, make sure to visit the Ouray Hot Springs. Surrounded by gorgeous…Continued
You may be familiar with the online media website Thrillist which has focused on sharing some of the best entertainment, drinks, food, and travel for years. Recently, the website published a story on The Best Places to Visit on a Trip to Colorado. Making the list was our neighbor Telluride but if you continue to…Continued
Among the highlights taking place each year in Ouray is the launch of Ouray Ice Park. You might have heard about this perennial, free attraction that sees amateur and professional ice climbing visitors from across the globe. The park celebrates 25 years of attracting locals and tourists this year, and on December 14 it will…Continued
To fully appreciate the richly fascinating history of Ouray, it’s worth visiting some of the ghost towns that still stand, providing a glimpse into the past. Though the majority of them are easily reachable, some of them are hidden away high above the mountains and may require some experience with off-roading to reach. Before Denver…Continued
Because of its many sights, Colorado has been a favorite destination for visitors around the world. With its gorgeous landscapes, roaring hills, rivers, lakes, and high deserts, natural sights abound in Colorado, and that includes Ouray. Whether you want to go skiing, mountain biking, hiking, or otherwise, there is rarely, if ever a moment where…Continued
After some facing some hurdles, there is some positive news to report about the 2019 Ouray Jeep Raffle: it will be returning for its 55th year! The Colorado Secretary of State’s Office recently gave the Ouray Tourism Office the final OK to proceed with the sale of the raffle tickets online and in-person to raffle…Continued
Being something of an amateur weather person is one of the many activities people of Colorado enjoy doing. When will we see the first fall of snow? When is the ice going to melt? When will the colors of leaves start changing? The yearly changing of the colors of leaves is one of the many…Continued
While September is bringing with it some toasty temperatures, the upcoming fall season in Colorado will soon bring a kaleidoscope of beautiful leaf colors throughout the state. Best of all, the show is poised to be one that will leave a huge, lasting impression. The fusion of encouraging winter snow, the wet spring and frequent…Continued
Have you been to the Ridgway Farmers Market yet? If you haven’t checked out this great opportunity to support farmers, local agriculture, and small businesses, the market is returning this Friday, September 6. Why not take the opportunity to spruce up your next meal with some fresh ingredients. For those unfamiliar with Ridgway Farmers Market,…Continued
