Other Fun Things to Do in the Royal Gorge Area

Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

Royal Gorge Bridge and Park in Colorado is the most visited theme park and wildlife park in the Pikes Peak Region. This historical landmark features scenic beauty and natural attractions as well as the world's highest Suspension Bridge, world's longest single-span Aerial Tram, world's steepest Incline Railway and the newest thrill ride, the world's highest Skycoaster®. This has been one of the most popular attractions in the Canon City & Pikes Peak Area for decades!
Information – 888 333 5597
Online at www.RoyalGorgeBridge.com

Royal Gorge Route Railway

Established in 1879 - The Royal Gorge Route Railroad combines Colorado history, spectacular scenery, and unique dining options on a leisurely 24-mile journey through the breathtaking Royal Gorge. With a choice of five classes of service, the train offers an unforgettable Colorado experience in every price range. The Royal Gorge scenic train has been called the “Most arresting scenic train in all of railroading”. Information – 888 724 5748
Online at www.royalgorgeroute.com

Buckskin Joe Frontier Town

Nestled in the heart of Royal Gorge Country, you’ll feel like you jumped out of the 21st century back into old west where the name of the game was fast guns and slow travel. At Buckskin Joe Frontier Town and Railway, we have provided millions of guests a unique experience and have helped create a ton of fun memories, since 1958. The kids will love it at Buckskin Joe, Colorado!
Information – 719 275 5149
Online at www.Buckskinjoe.com

Royal Gorge Helicopter tours

Fly through the Royal Gorge in a jet-helicopter. This is a wild adventure and not for the timid! Seats up to 7 passengers and is also available for Charter. Fly to Cripple Creek for the day or overnight.
Information – 719 276 9038
Online at www.RoyalGorgeHelitours.org

Holy Cross Abbey & Winery

Canon City’s own vineyard! The Holy Cross Abbey was once a functional monastery complete with real Monks. This is also the former site of the old “Boys Boarding School”. The Abbey is rich in history and is a great lodging option for church groups, scout troops and school groups. Several lodging options and meal plans.
Information – 877 422 9463
Online at www.hcava.org

“Play Dirty” ATV tours

Located near the town of Texas Creek, Colorado. Compliment your White water rafting trip with a day of out back style ATV riding. Cruide the Rockies on a rental machine for the day or part of a day. This activity has grown exponentially in Colorad over the past few years. Access parts of the area you could never get to on your own or in most vehicles. Kids love this activity!
Information – 1 877 ATV COLO (288 2656)
Online at www.playdirtyatvtours.com

Captain Zipline

Zip through the air at 40 mph! Harness yourself to a steel cable and zip across the canyon. Similar to the Costa Rican canopy tours, right here in the Arkansas River Valley of Colorado. Located near Salida, Colorado.
Information – 1 877 ZIPLINE (947 5463)
Online at – www.captainzipline.com

Museums

Dinosaur Depot Museum

Located in Canon City, next to the Royal Gorge train depot.
The Dinosaur Depot Museum, located in an historic firehouse, houses dinosaur fossils from the Garden Park Fossil Area which has produced world-class fossils since 1887. The Museum includes an active laboratory where visitors can view the preparation of fossils and talk to volunteers and professionals that are very knowledgeable about the 120 year history of dinosaur excavation in the area.
Information – 719 269 7150
Online at www.Dinosaurdepot.com

Royal Gorge History Museum

Located in Canon City at the corner of 6th & Royal Gorge Blvd.
Offers both exhibits and research materials that portray and interpret the history of the region and its people. Located in the former municipal building, built in 1927. The Local History Center has been moved to the facility. Be sure to see "Turn up the Volume: the History of the Phonograph" one of the largest phonograph and Victrola exhibits anywhere.
Information – 800 987 6379
Online at www.royalgorgehistory.org

Colorado Prison Museum

Located in Canon City next to the Territorial Prison…the first prison ever built in Colorado. Situated in a former women's prison operated by the State of Colorado. Exhibits include the last gas chamber and the hangman's noose. Information – 719 269 3015 Online at www.prisonmuseum.org