Park County - South Central Colorado

Includes Alma, Como, Fairplay, Hartsel, Jefferson, Spinney Mountain Reservoir

 
 

Situated in the geographic center of Colorado, Park County offers a unique blend of western history and outdoor recreation.

The lovely area is known for its many scenic drives. Vacationers can travel Weston, Boreas and Guanella passes, which trace historic railroad and stagecoach routes, to find ghost towns, railroad remnants and mining memorabilia. Take in spectacular views on Mosquito Pass, the highest automobile pass in North America, or check out the panoramic views of the South Park basin on Hossier, Kenosha and Wilkerson passes.

River in South Park, Park County, Colorado
Great Fishing Opportunities Await You in Park County
Gazebo in South Park, Colorado. Photo by South Park Chamber of Commerce
Stop by Fairplay and Enjoy a Picnic in their Gazebo

 

Take a closer look at the area's history by visiting Fairplay's South Park City Museum, where you'll find a spectacular collection of artifacts from the 19th century mining town. Stop by quaint Hartsel for a look at some historic architecture and a dip in the town's hot springs, once frequented by the Mountain Utes.

Beautiful countryside in South Park, Colorado
Enjoy the Scenery in Park County Colorado
Annual Burro Days at Fairplay Colorado. Photo by Julie Bullock
Join in the Fun During Fairplay's Burro Days

 

Park County is also great for water lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. Spinney Mountain Reservoir, Eleven Mile Reservoir and Antero Reservoir are great for anglers. Their Gold Medal waters are home to large cutthroat, rainbow and brown trout as well as northern pike. Bird watchers can look for flocks of white pelicans, blue herons, avocets, sandhill cranes, ibis and Canadian geese near the shallower stretches of water.

Park County is near: Bailey & Pine Area, Buena Vista Area & Pikes Peak West

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Premium Park County Businesses

Second Home Second Chance Vacation Home Rentals  email this Colorado cabin link to Colorado vacation
Cozy vacation cabins to luxurious mountain log homes in Park County and Breckenridge. Stay 2 nights to a month! Second Chance will deliver ATV rentals to you and arrange a fishing guide outfitter experience.

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Featured Park County Businesses

Burro Days, Old Fashioned BBQ & Barn Dance  link to Colorado vacation
July 28-30, 2017 Burro Days in Fairplay, an event since 1948, celebrating our mining past: A mountain man rendezvous, old fashioned BBQ, barn dance, llama and dog races, then SUNDAY a BURRO RACE.

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Fairplay-Valiton Hotel  New Colorado vacation business
On the National Register of Historic Hotels and a Historic Landmark in Park County this family run hotel in Fairplay has uniquely decorated rooms with private baths and DirecTV. Free WI-FI and Pet Friendly!

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High Alpine Sports in the Colorado Rocky Mountains  link to Colorado vacation
Everything you need for your Park County high alpine mountain sports recreational adventure: fishing and hunting licenses, private river fishing passes, rafting trips, outdoor gear and equipment shop.

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Park Property Management, LLC  link to Colorado vacation
Find your Colorado Mountain Home Rental close to National Forests, BLM, wilderness areas, lakes and reservoirs. A VACATION THAT BRINGS FAMILIES TOGETHER: Snowmobiling, Hiking, Hunting, Fishing.

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Second Home Second Chance Vacation Home Rentals  email this Colorado cabin link to Colorado vacation
Cozy vacation cabins to luxurious mountain log homes in Park County and Breckenridge. Stay 2 nights to a month! Second Chance will deliver ATV rentals to you and arrange a fishing guide outfitter experience.

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Spinney Mountain State Park  link to Colorado vacation
DAY-USE ONLY PARK in Park County. FISHING is KING! Spinney Mountain Reservoir, Gold Medal fishery trophy cutthroat, brown, rainbow, northern pike. State Park allows game and waterfowl hunting seasonal.

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Western Inn Motel & RV Park  link to Colorado vacation
AAA 2-Diamond Inn on the edge of Fairplay. Western motel rooms are beautiful and large. RV Park with extra large, level and groomed sites. Affordable Winter Rates: on an all-weather Highway. Indoor hot tub.

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For more travel information contact:

South Park Chamber of Commerce
Town of Fairplay

Park County Activities and Maps

National Historic Sites and Landmarks:
Lost Creek Scenic Area

Seasonal Attractions:
Burro Days

Fishing:
South Park Fishing Map -UPDATED-

Rafting & Kayaking:
South Platte River Rafting & Kayaking

Local Area Maps:
Buena Vista, Park County, Leadville Area Map

 
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