BUENA VISTA ADVENTURES

Just an hour drive south of Breckenridge, Buena Vista blends rugged beauty and small-town charm. Nestled at 8,000′ between the Collegiate Peaks and Arkansas River, it’s an outdoor hub for rafting, hiking, biking, fishing, and hot springs—plus vibrant shops, lodging, and cultural events year-round.

  • GRANITE VIA FERRATA

    Granite Via Ferrata blends guided cliffside climbing, ziplines, suspension bridges, ladders, and a 78‑foot freefall—all amid stunning Arkansas River Valley and Collegiate Peaks views.

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  • MOUNTAINTOP ZIPLINE

    Soar across 6 mountaintop ziplines above Colorado’s Arkansas River Valley! Ideal for ages 7+, this half-day adventure blends breathtaking Collegiate Peaks panoramas, cliffside flights, dual-race lines, and expert-guided excitement.

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  • BROWNS CANYON WHITEWATER RAFTING

    Browns Canyon whitewater rafting on Colorado’s Arkansas River offers thrilling Class III rapids, stunning granite canyon scenery, and wildlife viewing. Ideal for families and adventure seekers—choose half-day, full-day, or overnight trips guided by experts.

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  • THE NUMBERS WHITEWATER RAFTING

    Experience The Numbers whitewater rafting on Colorado’s Arkansas River: a high‑adrenaline journey through continuous Class IV–V rapids, narrow channels, steep drops, and stunning mountain scenery. Advanced paddlers’ ultimate thrill.

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  • MOUNT PRINCETON HOT SPRINGS

    Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort offers year‑round relaxation with 40+ geothermal pools, including creek-side tubs, infinity pool, 400-foot slide, spa access, and lodging—set against the dramatic Chalk Cliffs and Collegiate Peaks. Ideal for families and outdoor adventurers seeking a mountain wellness escape.

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  • COTTONWOOD HOT SPRINGS

    Cottonwood Hot Springs offers peaceful, gravity-fed mineral pools (94–110 °F), creekside tubs, quiet rustic lodging, spa services, and camping. Ideal for restorative mountain wellness retreats year-round.

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  • COLLEGIATE PEAKS OFFROAD

    Collegiate Peaks Off‑Road near Buena Vista offers guided Jeep and UTV rentals exploring rugged alpine trails, high mountain passes, ghost towns, and scenic lakes—adventure-packed off‑road journeys through Colorado’s majestic Collegiate Peaks Wilderness.

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  • MOUNT PRINCETON

    LENGTH: 6.5 MILES

    SUMMIT: 14,200 FEET

    ELEVATION GAIN: 3,200 FEET

    YDS DIFFICULTY RATING: CLASS 2

    TRAILHEAD: MOUNT PRINCETON ROAD

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  • MOUNT HARVARD

    LENGTH: 14 MILES

    SUMMIT: 14,424 FEET

    ELEVATION GAIN: 4,600 FEET

    YDS DIFFICULTY RATING: CLASS 2

    TRAILHEAD: NORTH COTTONWOOD CREEK

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  • MOUNT YALE

    LENGTH: 9.5 MILES

    SUMMIT: 14,200 FEET

    ELEVATION GAIN: 4,300 FEET

    YDS DIFFICULTY RATING: CLASS 2

    TRAILHEAD: DENNY CREEK

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  • MOUNT OXFORD

    LENGTH: 11 MILES

    SUMMIT: 14,158 FEET

    ELEVATION GAIN: 5,900 FEET

    YDS DIFFICULTY RATING: CLASS 2

    TRAILHEAD: MISSOURI GULCH

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  • MOUNT COLUMBIA

    LENGTH: 12 MILES

    SUMMIT: 14,075 FEET

    ELEVATION GAIN: 4,250 FEET

    YDS DIFFICULTY RATING: CLASS 2

    TRAILHEAD: NORTH COTTONWOOD CREEK

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  • MOUNT ANTERO

    LENGTH: 7 - 15.5 MILES

    SUMMIT: 14,271 FEET

    ELEVATION GAIN: 2,400 - 5,200 FEET

    YDS DIFFICULTY RATING: CLASS 2

    TRAILHEAD: BALDWIN GULCH

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  • MOUNT BELFORD

    LENGTH: 8 MILES

    SUMMIT: 14,202 FEET

    ELEVATION GAIN: 4,500 FEET

    YDS DIFFICULTY RATING: CLASS 2

    TRAILHEAD: MISSOURI GULCH

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  • MISSOURI MOUNTAIN

    LENGTH: 10.5 MILES

    SUMMIT: 14,071 FEET

    ELEVATION GAIN: 4,500 FEET

    YDS DIFFICULTY RATING: CLASS 2

    TRAILHEAD: MISSOURI GULCH

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  • HURON PEAK

    LENGTH: 7 - 11 MILES

    SUMMIT: 14,006 FEET

    ELEVATION GAIN: 3,500 - 3,800 FEET

    YDS DIFFICULTY RATING: CLASS 2

    TRAILHEAD: SOUTH WINFIELD/LAKE ANN

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