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What do you think of when you see or hear the word “saloon”? You’re possibly conjuring images of the classic bars that are prominently listed and portrayed in Old West tales. Soldiers, cattlemen, gamblers, and miners were frequent patrons to these places and these saloons arguably reached the zenith of their popularity towards the end…Continued

With under a month to go before we bid adieu to 2020, you may wish to make plans for a 2021 visit to Ouray, Colorado! Twin Peaks Lodge and Hot Springs is happy to welcome you for an experience that will leave a lasting impression and reinforces a fusion of inviting scenery and relaxation. We…Continued

One of the many components that help to make the holiday season so enchanting is the decorations as homes, towns, and cities come to brilliant life. Combined with the cool, snowy winter weather, some places can feel like they’re straight out of a Hallmark film. The website Travel Awaits recently used this to take a…Continued

If a family visiting from out of town were to ask you where to go to grab some treats for the little ones and a good cup of Joe, what would you tell them? You may suggest a place like Mouse’s Chocolates & Coffee on Main Street in Ouray. The dessert shop is one of…Continued

Paying a visit to some of the ghost towns near Ouray that still stand in varying degrees is one way to get a riveting feel for the area’s rich past. While most of them are within easy reach, some of them are concealed high above the mountains and may need the use of an off-road…Continued

Depending on your familiarity with Ouray, Colorado, you may know that the city as well as the county were named after the Native American chief Ouray of the Ute tribe. Born in New Mexico during the 1800s, details such as his spouse Chipeta and the disappearance of his son Queashegut. Other details regarding his life…Continued

Moose were introduced to Colorado once again over three decades ago. However, they are often mistaken for elk despite the considerable differences between the two. Failure to spot the difference between elk and moose may result in fines for those seeking to hunt elk. Moose belong to the deer family and are the largest in…Continued

Were you thinking about doing any international fall traveling to somewhere like Europe, you may be out of luck as Europe is currently preferring that American visitors stay away due to the pandemic. While it’s not Europe, Colorado is one of the places you may wish to consider visiting. The Know Outdoors recently talked about…Continued

Among the different types of birds dwelling within or close to Ouray, Colorado, the broad-tailed hummingbird is among the most fascinating. Its length is about four feet and the colorful green backs and crowns plus the white breast, visible on both males and females, make it hard to miss. Despite their similarity, males are marked…Continued

Summer is here and we are eager to see you at Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs! As a way of encouraging you to spend some of the season in beautiful Ouray, Colorado, we’re excited to announce our Summer Fun getaway promotion packed with fun, relaxation, and great dining. Book two nights in a single…Continued

For those wishing to enjoy the outdoors again, the Colorado governor recently announced a new executive order somewhat loosening restrictions on outdoor activities. Families with young children, for example, will be able to able to visit playgrounds again. Those that like to go swimming can also take a dip again. However, restrictions are in place.…Continued