Crystal River Valley - Northwest Colorado

Includes Carbondale, Marble & Redstone

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Thirty miles from Aspen and 12 miles from Glenwood Springs, The Crystal River Valley, surrounded by the White River National Forest, offers unique charm and secluded, untouched beauty of Colorado's unspoiled past. Carbondale is the gateway to Highway 133 just off Highway 82. One of Colorado's secret geothermal springs is hidden here -- Penny Hot Springs; named after it's original owner Dan Penny. Dan's hotel and bathhouse are long gone, but those "in the know" still find the pools of warm water waiting for them along the Crystal River. This Free soaking area is easy to find from Highway 133, near Carbondale, as it follows Crystal River. Just north of milepost marker 55 there is a parking area on the west side of the highway. You know you are in the right spot if you smell sulfur as you're gathering your towels and picnic.

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National Geographic Adventure Magazine offered this insight about Carbondale and the Crystal River Valley: "There is plenty to do including biking, kayaking, and world-class fly-fishing and winter offers excellent cross-country skiing at Spring Gulch."

There are serveral great snowmobile trails in the area with access off of Country Roads 344, 117 and C106 with endless backcountry to explore in ever direction you wish for a longer winter vacation. For a retreat even further off the beaten path, try the Redstone-Marble area with its mining past, ghost towns and dramatic mountain scenery. Redstone was founded by John Cleveland Osgood at the turn of the century as a model community to house employees of his coal mines. Although the workers and their families lived in simple cabins, Osgood built the luxurious Cleveholm Castle for himself, furnished with Tiffany chandeliers and Italian paintings. Marble was best known for its quarries, which produced a pure marble that rivaled Italy's Carrerra marble. If you have visited our Nation's Capital Washington DC, you might have visited the Lincoln Memorial Monument and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier; both of these markers of American Pride and History have white marble from Colorado, it was minded here then slowing transported by river and train to Washington DC. The difficulties of mountain transportation closed down the quarries, but you can now take a tour.

Commercial air travel accommodations are handled by Aspen/Pitkin County Airport. Please contact your preferred travel agent or airline for flight arrangements.

Crystal River Valley is near: Aspen & Snowmass Village, Glenwood Springs & Grand Mesa Area

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Avalanche Ranch Cabins & Hot Springs email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page location map sub-page available on business page
In the heart of Colorado's Rocky Mountains, near Redstone, along the Crystal River. 3 hot springs pools! Log cabins & vacation home with incredible views. Pet friendly. Year round - Ski Aspen or Glenwood.
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The easiest way to visit the high country! Family fun. Let our experienced guides show you the sights of the Upper Crystal River Valley. Minutes from Aspen & Glenwood, where pavement ends & beauty begins.
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Alpine & River Lodging email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Charming year-round Rocky Mountain "getaway" along the Crystal River in the timeless historical village of Redstone. Beautifully furnished cabins/cottage. Historic Carriage House. Romance packages!
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In the heart of Colorado's Rocky Mountains, near Redstone, along the Crystal River. 3 hot springs pools! Log cabins & vacation home with incredible views. Pet friendly. Year round - Ski Aspen or Glenwood.
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BRB Crystal River Resort email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page new listing with The Colorado Vacation Directory mutual link button on advertiser page
Most cabins are along the banks of the Crystal River; in Carbondale between Aspen & Glenwood Springs. Under NEW Ownership and Management. Cabins have full baths & kitchen. RV & tent sites.
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Beaver Lake Lodge & Cabins email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Historic Lodge & Cabins surrounded by mountain peaks in Marble. Use our canoes. Sit by a campfire. Walk to: trails, river beach, Beaver Lake, ATV rentals, snowmobile rentals, jeep tours, & horseback rides.
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Chair Mountain Ranch Cabins email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
A peaceful mountain retreat near historic Marble, and 5 miles south of Redstone. Fully equipped cabins are perfect for families. 2 apartment suites are designed for large groups. Dogs & horses welcome.
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Comfort Inn & Suites - Carbondale book online from advertiser page photos on advertiser page
Between Aspen & Glenwood Springs, this beautiful award-winning hotel has spacious rooms & suites, free deluxe continental breakfast, WI-FI, indoor pool and spa. Walk to the Roaring Fork River. Pet-friendly.
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Cozy Log Cabin - A Quiet Getaway email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page new listing with The Colorado Vacation Directory
Charming log vacation cabin in the Crystal River Valley near Marble Colorado surrounded by old forest pine trees. Walk to cascading waterfall. Enjoy quiet evening with a woodburning stove and piano.
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Crystal River Jeep Tours email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
The easiest way to visit the high country! Family fun. Let our experienced guides show you the sights of the Upper Crystal River Valley. Minutes from Aspen & Glenwood, where pavement ends & beauty begins.
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Marble Hide-Away Cabin email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Roomy 1,000 square foot cabin with all the conveniences of home in Marble, 9 miles from Redstone. A private setting in the woods, Crystal River and Beaver Lake provide great fishing a short walk away.
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Meri-Daes Campground
Shaded, level RV sites near the beautiful Crystal River with electric & water hookups and a dump station in Marble between Aspen and Glenwood Springs. Horseshoe pit, swing set & fire pit with log stumps.
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OutWest Guides & Marble Outpost new listing with The Colorado Vacation Directory mutual link button on advertiser page
Convenient to Glenwood Springs, Aspen, Breckenridge, the Redstone castle, and Vail with guided horseback rides into the Maroon Bells and Snowmass Wilderness in the Crystal River Valley.
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Raspberry Ridge Rental mutual link button on advertiser page
In Marble convenient to Beaver Lake where you can fish for rainbow & brook trout fishing this homestead property has a 4 bedroom vacation home and a two bedroom Casita. The location will delight brides.
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RPS Rentals, LLC mutual link button on advertiser page
Marble, Colorado's local source for ATV & Snowmobile rentals. We rent 1 & 2-person snowmobiles and ATVs so you can explore miles of majestic roads that wind throughout the White River National Forest!
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Williams House, The photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
3 story Victorian home with balcony, porch, deck, dining room, 3 bedrooms and 3 baths in Marble between Glenwood Spring and Aspen. Open year round for hiking, fishing, skiing, and snowshoeing.
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Carbondale Chamber of Commerce

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Crystal River Valley Maps

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Aspen Highlands Ski Resort
Aspen Mountain Ski Resort
Buttermilk Ski Resort
Snowmass Ski Resort
Sunlight Mountain Resort

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Aspen & Crystal River Valley Area

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Roaring Fork River

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Carbondale Snowmobile Trails

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