Things To Do
Downtown Buena Vista
Enjoy local shops and restaurants in this charming mountain town. Here's a few places we enjoy: Crave: yummy pizza Simple Eatery: sit-down restaurant with an outdoor gear store inside as well The Buena Viking: burgers, outdoor seating only Louie's Ice Cream Shop: ice cream K's Dairy Delite: good ole soft serve Stedman's Sodas, Sweets, and Treats: specialty sodas and fudge that make great souvenirs Biggies: sub sandwiches The Buena Vista Roastery: coffee Dragon Sushi Bar: good sushi! Pickle ball & tennis courts: public courts, free to use, on the far East side of town next to the river
Mount Princeton Hot Springs
Relax in natural hot springs at Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort! Nicer than the BV hot springs, but more expensive.
Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa
Public hot springs local to Buena Vista!
Hiking - Collegiate Peaks
There are plenty of trails nearby, including the popular Collegiate Peaks. **Please note: The town of Buena Vista is at 8,000 ft above sea level.** Please drink plenty of water and give yourself time to adjust to the elevation before any additional exertion.
Leadville
For a scenic drive or a day trip, we recommend a visit to Leadville, just a short 45-minute drive away. Don’t miss the Melanzana store (make sure to book an appointment first!) and High Mountain Pies pizza. It's the perfect place to explore before or after the wedding!