Ouray - Southwest Colorado

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Ouray, Colorado, The CVD
 

OURAY is a quiet little community wedged tightly into a portion of the Uncompahgre River Valley. Named for a Ute chief, Chief Ouray was responsible for keeping peace between the Europeans and Native Americans in the southwest region of Colorado. Later settled as a mining town in the 1870's, the area contained rich deposits of silver and produced over $20 million in gold. Tourism and mining still support the town today.

A newspaper once published "Ouray is to jeepers what Oahu is to surfers." The four wheeling roads often follow sheer drops and cut into cliffs, and the scenery is some of the best. The Alpine Loop covers 65 miles of roads between the towns of Lake City, Ouray, and Silverton. Depending on winter snows, the Loop opens in late May or early June and closes in late October. Give 1-2 days to cover all the byway has to offer on either an ATV & 4 wheel drive vehicle.

Cross country skiing is also popular, especially around Red Mountain Pass. Be sure to take one of the many mine tours, visit the historical museums, Box Waterfalls, and the hot springs. Also visit the Ouray Ice Park, a center of ice climbing, climbing is free. In January, go to the Ouray Ice Festival where exhibition climbing, free clinics and gear demos take place. The Ice Park also provides a beginner's climbing facility, the School Room, where beginners can receive instruction from local climbers.

RIDGWAY is nestled between the verdant San Juan and Uncompahgre National Forests with the rugged San Juan Mountains serving as a dramatic backdrop. Rich in ranching history and scenic beauty, Ridgway offers something for everyone. Recreational activities, including hiking, 4-wheeling, boating, fishing, hot air balloon rides, cross-country skiing, swimming, and rafting. The San Juan Skyway begins its southerly route on US Highway 550 in Ridgway, offering scenic views of emerald pine and golden aspen forests at every turn and ending in Durango. The Byway covers 236 miles of terrain across southwestern Colorado. Ridgway Snowmobile Trails offer snowmobilers a chance to discover just why the San Juans are the most photographed mountains in the world. The Owl Creek Pass trail takes riders up 10,114 feet into the peaks to enjoy the breathtaking views and scenery the mountains offer.

Ouray is near: Montrose, Telluride, & Silverton

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Ouray County 4-H Event Center email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page
Situated against the spectacular mountains of Ouray Colorado, whether indoor or outdoor, formal or casual, large or small, recreation or business, we offer you the perfect site for your event.
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4J+1+1 RV Park & Campground photos on advertiser page
Foot bridge to huge public hot mineral springs pool. OVER 50 YEARS! Make our full-service campground along the Uncompahgre River your home base for the Ouray area. Walk to everything in town.
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Best Western Plus Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs email link button on advertiser page
Nestled in the heart of the San Juan Mountains in Ouray, enjoy the natural hot springs waters, fitness center & complimentary breakfast. Plan your wedding or honeymoon will help with all the arrangements.
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Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Natural Hot Springs on-site with 4 soaking tubs terraced on the hillside. Quiet location in Ouray 2 blocks off of Main Street with standard rooms, small and large suites, condo units and a Honeymoon suite.
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Cabins on Red Mountain Pass mutual link button on advertiser page
3 cabins conveniently between Ouray and Silverton on Red Mountain Pass in Southwestern Colorado. Enjoy backcountry skiing, hiking, jeeping snowshoeing, mountain biking, in the San Juan Mountains.
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Christmas House B&B Inn, The new listing with The Colorado Vacation Directory mutual link button on advertiser page
The 4 guest suites have private baths, queen beds, down comforters, a 2 person Jacuzzi, refrigerator and microwave. Most have private entrances. Select your scrumptious breakfast from several options.
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Farabee Jeep Rentals mutual link button on advertiser page
Drive one of our top-of-line, off-road-ready Jeep Wrangler to spectacular sights in the WEST! Rental locations in: Moab - Utah; Death Valley - California; and in Colorado - Lake City, Ouray and Telluride.
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Ouray County 4-H Event Center email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page
Situated against the spectacular mountains of Ouray Colorado, whether indoor or outdoor, formal or casual, large or small, recreation or business, we offer you the perfect site for your event.
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Ouray Victorian Inn book online from advertiser page photos on advertiser page
In the San Juan Mountains, Ouray offers the ultimate escape from busy schedules and hectic lives in this stunningly beautiful town. We offer charming, well-appointed accommodations with an array of choices.
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Ride-N ATV Rentals & Tours LLC
ATV rentals in Ouray! Experience the awesome San Juan Mountains. Try our super fun Polaris Ranger. Fun for couples, families & groups. Half & full-day rentals trails start within 5 minutes.
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Ridgway - Ouray Lodge & Suites book online from advertiser page photos on advertiser page
This non-smoking retreat has spacious, well-appointed rooms and suites with spectacular mountain views, continental breakfast, WI-FI in every room, indoor heated pool. Walk to restaurants in Ridgway.
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Ridgway State Park book online from advertiser page
Outstanding scenery and a full-service marina this magnificent campground beckons visitors with 283 campsites, 3 yurts (no indoor cooking facilities), a swim beach and many nature trails near Ouray.
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RIGS Fly Shop & Guide Service: Fly-Fishing & Whitewater Rafting mutual link button on advertiser page
Quality guided fly-fishing & whitewater rafting adventures start in Ridgway convenient to Telluride, Montrose and Ouray. We know the Rivers - 40+ years combined guiding & outfitting experience!
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Riverside Inn & Cabins book online from advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Open All Year - nestled along the Uncompahgre River amidst the towering San Juan peaks in Ouray, a variety of rooms, kitchen suites & cozy log cabins; some pet friendly. Jeep rentals. Seasonal discounts.
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Secret Garden Bed & Breakfast and Fine Catering new listing with The Colorado Vacation Directory
We are your destination for GREEN tourism in Ouray! The perfect ambience for your special event. Sara will assist you with all the details: menu planning, flowers, rentals, music and more.
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Ouray Chamber Resort Visitors Center

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