The Western Slope
Colorado’s Western Slope is a treasure trove of mountains, mesas and canyons that are amazing backdrops for orchards, vineyards, ski slopes, golf courses and more. Head west out of Denver to reach the wine and peach country surrounding Palisade, with stops in Glenwood Springs for a soak and stay at Glenwood Hot Springs resort and a bike ride on the paved Rio Grande Trail or a quick drive south to Snowmass for all sorts of outdoor pastimes and festivals year-round. A Western Slope journey isn’t complete without a well-deserved respite southwest of Palisade at Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa, built by the Discovery Channel founder, which is both luxurious and educational and features the impressive Gateway Colorado Auto Museum. Another option is heading southwest from Denver through high country mountain ranchland surrounded by 14,000-foot peaks to reach Crested Butte, the Wildflower Capital of Colorado and one of the birthplaces of mountain biking.
Getting There
155 miles from Denver straight west on I-70 will get you to the Western Slope where you can enjoy...
HERE ARE SOME SUGGESTIONS TO START PLANNING YOUR WESTERN SLOPE VACATION:
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400 Wood Rd., Snowmass Village, CO 81615
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(970) 923-2450
The Crestwood offers fully equipped condominiums located at the base of the Snowmass ski mountain. Offering ski-in/ski-out convenience, breathtaking scenery and unmatched hospitality. Extensive services including daily housekeeping and Aspen Airport...
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500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO 81225
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(970) 251-3000
Premiere destination, nestled in the heart of the magnificent Colorado Rockies. Our scenic ski-in/ski-out mountain location offers a remarkable setting for year around enjoyment, located within a short ride to the village where you can tour museums,...
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415 6th St., Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
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(970) 945-6571
Colorado's premier hot springs resort offers 107 newly renovated guestrooms and the world's largest mineral hot springs pool. Lodging includes unlimited access to the healing waters, full hot breakfast, and discounts to the spa, athletic club and...
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777 Grande River Dr., Palisade, CO 81526
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(970) 464-5777
An 80-room Victorian style hotel set in working vineyards, offering farm fresh food, catering for weddings, business meetings and celebrations.