Things To Do
Hike the Collegiate Peaks
Barbara Whipple Trail (3 miles) --> Starts and ends at the surf hotel and wanders along the river. No car needed and great for a family adventure. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/barbara-whipple-trail-loop Harvard Lakes via Colorado Trail (6 miles) --> A personal favorite that has beautiful vistas along the entire hike and ends at two alpine lakes. An 18 min drive from the Surf. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/harvard-lakes-via-colorado-trail-segment-12 Mt. Princeton (7 miles, 3,300ft of vert) --> Definitely a bigger and more challenging hike, but may appeal to our adventurous friends and family. Of all the local 14'ers, Mt. Princeton is one of the more accessible peaks to grab. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/mount-princeton-trail Zoe & Cal are happy to provide more ideas if you're looking for them :)
Embrace your Biker Babe
Byob(ike) or grab a rental from Black Burrow Bikes across the green from the Surf Hotel. The biking trails from the surf are extensive and offer anything from an easy town cruise to a 15+ mile mountain bike extravaganza. Cal has asked that we recommend this trail in particular :) https://www.hikingproject.com/trail/7112670/broken-boyfriend-loop
Fish the Arkansas
The Arkansas river is home to Colorado's longest stretch of Gold Metal water, holding more than 5,000 fish per mile! The link above includes the local fishing report for the region and also provide guided fishing trips. If you enjoy fly fishing, we encourage you to get out there and test the waters!
Play Pickleball, Tennis, or Disc Golf
Pickleball & tennis courts are generally first come, first serve (no pun intended). The disc golf course also starts form the same location. We'll aim have all 6 pickleball courts reserved for our group's use from on Saturday. Moral of the story is – if you have pickle ball paddles, frisbees, or tennis rackets, bring them!
Explore Salida's Creative District
In 2012, Colorado’s Governor John Hickenlooper designated Salida as a “Certified Creative District” for its dozens of artist-owned studios and galleries, entrepreneurs, restaurants, unique shops, breweries and distilleries. Being an “unpretentious, bike friendly town” led to Salida’s designation as a “Top 10 2009 Best Small Towns” in Outside Magazine.
Get a Melly in Leadville
Prove that you're a local by rocking a much coveted Melanzana handmade in Leadville. You need a reservation to buy a hoodie and can't buy these things online!
When you need to refuel in BV
FOOD: Simple Eatery (and gear store!) --> https://maps.app.goo.gl/qr85cUK31DJ86f798 House Rock Eatery --> https://maps.app.goo.gl/t6RGbeDypBVt9MMa9 Eddyline Brewery and Restaurant --> https://maps.app.goo.gl/Szmv31coKAtvpXkz6 COFFEE & BAKERY: Midland Coffee Shop --> https://maps.app.goo.gl/96MSe1H88WqfwuPa7 Bird and Mouse Bakery --> https://maps.app.goo.gl/rufbE73DrspDV9sH7 Cool River Cafe --> https://maps.app.goo.gl/FuJYxCXAaCqGUDFH7