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BUENA VISTA
WELCOME TO
Welcome to one of our favorite places in Colorado! We know many of you are traveling for our wedding and may want to extend your stay to explore the area and beyond.
Below is a curated list of Sarah and Tyler’s favorite Colorado spots, along with insider tips for each. Enjoy!
things to do in buena vista
and the surrounding area
The Surf Hotel
Our wedding venue and home base for the weekend. We highly recommend staying here. Click the photo for details.
LOST LAKE TRAIL
A scenic alpine lake hike with crystal blue lake. Click photo for more info.
Historic monarch gondola
Ride the Monarch tram to 12,000 ft with epic Continental Divide Views. Click photo for more info.
Visit the real
south park
Visit Fairplay, the real-life inspiration for South Park. Some highlights include the giant hotdog. Click for more info.
arkansas
river walk
Located next to Surf Hotel, enjoy river strolls, surfing & picnics. Click photo for more info.
BROWNS CREEK FALLS
An intermediate hike with a beautiful waterfall. Click photo for more info.
River tubing in
salida
Rent a tube from a local outfitter and experience the Arkansas River. Recommended for strong swimmers. Click photo for more info.
visit historic salida
Enjoy river waves, mountain views, art galleries, and laid back mountain charm. Click photo for more info.
downtown buena vista
Historic Main Street, shops, & view - 5 min from the hotel. Click photo for more info.
FLY FISHING
Guided loat and walk-wade trout fising adventures on the Arkansas River. Click photo for more info.
Drive the continental divide
Drive a 12,000 ft alpine road with sweeping mountain views between Buena Vista and Aspen. Click photo for more info.
conquer your first 14er
Summit a 14,000 ft mountain. Big views, bigger bragging rights. Recommended long before getting drunk at the wedding. Click photo for more info
Want to explore more of colorado?
Listed in order from closest to furthest from Buena Vista & Denver International Airport
Denver
Explore the city we've called home for 5 years. Click photo for more info on our favorite things to do here.
Breckenridge/summit
County
Lake days, alpine hikes, breweries, and classic ski/tourist town energy. Click photo for more info.
Vail
European-style village, epic mountain views, and upscale vibes. Reach out to Sarah and Tyler for more info.
Glenwood Springs
Soak at Iron Mountain or Glenwood Hot Springs, hike Hanging Lake, explore Glenwood Canyon. Reach out to Sarah and Tyler for more info.
Golden
Foothill hikes, Coors Brewery tours, river tubing, and charming downtown vibes. Click photo for more info.
Crested butte
Wildflowers, colorful streets, and laid-back mountain charm. Click photo for more info.
Great sand dunes national park
Massive dunes + alpine peaks. Hike, sandboard, or splash in Medano Creek.Reach out to Sarah and Tyler for more info.
Telluride & ouray
Our favorite area of Colorado. Waterfalls, hiking, hot springs, free gondola and unreal scenery. Reach out to Sarah and Tyler for more info.
Colorado springs
Perfect day trip or a place to hit on the way. Enjoy Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, and so much more. Click photo for more info.
Aspen
Drive over Independence Pass for jaw-dropping views, walk around town, or visit the Maroon Bells. Click photo for more info.
rocky mountain national park
Great option to extend your trip, alpine lakes, wildlife, and Trail Ridge Road.Reach out to Sarah and Tyler for more info.
western slope
Desert canyons, massive mesas red rock views & wine country vibes.Reach out to Sarah and Tyler for more info.
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