Salida is a cute town with a ton of shops, cafes, restaurants and more. It's definitely worth spending some time walking around downtown.
Hiking & Biking
Check out Salida Mountain Trails for hikes and bike rides on the Salida trail system. There are some shorter hikes called the "S Mountain Trails" that you can enter right from downtown.
Mount Princeton Hot Springs
15870 Co Rd 162, Nathrop, CO 81236
We definitely recommend checking out Mt Princeton Hot Springs if you're in town for long enough. Make sure to get a reservation ahead of time.
Scenic Drives
If you're looking to see the local scenery - here's a link to a few beautiful scenic drives nearby.