Glenwood Springs is a town brimming with adventure, relaxation, history, and family fun. From thrill-seeking activities to soul-soothing experiences, here are 25 must-do adventures to check off your list in 2025.
Thrills & Chills
1. Ride the Defiance Roller. This adrenaline-pumping ride at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park will have you screaming with delight.
2. Tandem Paragliding Flight. Fly high on the summer thermals as you soar above Glenwood Springs.
3. Ski or Ride Ute Trail. Glide down this 2.5-mile signature run at Sunlight Mountain Resort.
4. Cold Plunge Challenge. Take a chilly and exhilarating dip in the cold plunge pools at WorldSprings or Glenwood Hot Springs Pool.
5. Grandstaff Trail Ride. Get in your mountain biking groove on this exhilarating, flowy downhill track.
Sip, Savor & Relax
6. Romantic Dinners for Two. Pull up a chair at Glenwood restaurants—Brava Trattoria, The Pullman, CO Ranch House, Hugo’s, Riviera Supper Club and Scratch Kitchen, or Juicy Lucy’s Steakhouse—for a meal to remember.
7. Craft Beer Bliss. Savor local brews like the Crystal River Helles at Glenwood Canyon Brewpub and the Cherry Sour at Casey Brewing Tap Room.
8. Italian Sodas at Espresso Hut. Liquid refreshment that’s a sweet treat for kids and adults.
9. Order the Trout Pate. Enjoy the trout pate as you overlook the trout-filled Roaring Fork River at Iron Mountain Hot Springs/WorldSprings.
10. Monthly Specials at Yampah Spa and Vapor Caves. For a blissful head-to-toe body treatment, plus admission to the Vapor Caves the Spa’s specials can’t be beat.
Family Adventures
11. Find Your Wings. An interactive public art installation downtown that’s a perfect backdrop for Instagrammable photos.
12. Have a Doc Holli-Day. Visit the famed gunslinger’s final resting place, check out the artifact collection dedicated to his life and times, then, pop into Doc Holliday Tavern for a bowl of eponymous green chili.
13. Bighorn Sheep Wildlife Viewing. Spot these majestic creatures on the cliffs just east of Glenwood Hot Springs.
14. Ghost Walk to Linwood Cemetery. Learn Glenwood’s spooky history on this annual nighttime tour that takes place in October.
15. Hanging Lake Hike. After months of trail maintenance and improvements, the iconic hiking to the pristine lake fed by three stunning waterfalls will open in early summer.
Festivals & Music
16. Strawberry Days. Glenwood’s hometown festival takes place in June with a parade, an artisan fair, food booths, live music, and more.
17. Summer of Music Concerts. Relax to live tunes by local and national acts at Two Rivers Park starting in June.
18. Music on the Mountain. Join the high-altitude jam sessions at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park.
19. Hotel Colorado Concerts. Enjoy drinks and low-key performances in the hotel’s bar or the courtyard.
20. Frontier Historical Museum. Delve into Glenwood’s fascinating past with exhibits and self-guided walking tours.
Outdoor Pursuits
21. Pedal the Rio Grande Trail. Cycle from Glenwood to Carbondale or Aspen for a scenic ride and keep an eye out for bald eagles trolling the river along the way.
22. Snowshoe or Cross-Country Ski. Head to Babbish Gulch at Sunlight to explore the resort’s snowy trails for a winter workout.
23. Visit White River National Forest. From horseback riding to hunting, the state’s largest national forest is at Glenwood’s doorstep.
24. Fishing on the Roaring Fork River. Cast a line for trout in this world-renowned waterway.
25. Whitewater Rafting. Make a splash with friends and family on a guided raft trip through gorgeous Glenwood Canyon.
Your Year of Adventure Begins Now!
With 25 things to do in 2025, your calendar will be packed with unforgettable experiences. Make plans to start your bucket list vacation adventures in Glenwood Springs today!
