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Family enjoying the Glenwood Hot Springs Resort Sopris Splash Zone

Last Hurrah Late Summer Adventures in Glenwood Springs

It’s still high time for summer adventures in Glenwood Springs! Make the most of the remaining days before the kids head back to school with these tried-and-true family-friendly vacation activities. Treat the family to a last hurrah summer vacation in Glenwood Springs before they hit the books and begin a new school year. There’s still […]

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Glenwood Springs Wander Map

Interactive Map Puts Glenwood Springs at Your Fingertips

Discover Glenwood Springs your way with a new 3-D map that makes it easy to find all the best places to play, stay, and eat in Colorado’s favorite hot springs town. Explore Glenwood Springs with ease using an interactive map platform created by Wander for Visit Glenwood Springs. Locate hotels near the activities you have

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Know Before You Go: Planning Your Glenwood Springs Adventure

Glenwood Springs, Colorado is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts, from whitewater rafting to off-road adventures. While general guidelines apply across the activity spectrum, having the right gear for each sport helps ensure you have an amazing experience from launch to landing. As you prepare for your Glenwood Springs adventure, it’s helpful to know what you

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En Route to Adventure: The Ultimate Guide to Getting to Glenwood Springs

Buckle up! Whether you’re traveling from Denver, Salt Lake City, or further afield, there are numerous ways to arrive at Colorado’s favorite vacation destination—Glenwood Springs! Hot springs, a mountain-top theme park, whitewater rafting, cycling, and hiking are just a few thrilling activities that await visitors to Glenwood Springs, but first, you have to get here.

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Make a Splash In Glenwood Springs But Do It Safely

Hot Springs, rivers, and lakes, oh my! Glenwood Springs has them all. Each one provides an iconic summer experience—from geothermal soaking in the hot springs and whitewater rafting on the Colorado River to paddleboarding on the area’s reservoirs—but with any water-based activity safety is essential. Follow these tips for a happy hydro-centric adventure in Glenwood

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Memory Lane: A Tribute to Summer in Glenwood Springs

Remember when… Summertime is the perfect time to look back and remember the good days and the tough ones. This summer, in Glenwood Springs, we’re taking a nostalgic stroll down memory lane to celebrate the past and pay tribute to major milestones. Step into the Way Back Time Machine with us this month as we

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View of the Defiance Roller Coaster

Plus One: Add A New Experience to Your Glenwood Springs Summer Vacay

For the best summer vacation in Colorado, bring a plus-one mindset to your Glenwood Springs getaway. Adding a single unexpected, new-to-you activity, experience, or cuisine can take your vacation from status quo to supernova. Expand your horizons, this summer in Glenwood Springs. 9 New Things to Try in Glenwood Springs This Summer Take Off Paragliding

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Glenwood Canyon from above

Nature’s Timing and the Opening of Glenwood Canyon Recreation Path

The Glenwood Canyon Recreation Path that meanders through Glenwood Canyon is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, especially cyclists. However, the beloved paved surface experiences periodic closures, especially in springtime. Have you ever wondered why? With the arrival of the longer, warmer Spring days, everyone is itching to spend more time playing outside. In Glenwood Springs,

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Scenic view of Glenwood Springs in Spring

Still Going Strong: A Trio of Milestones Converge in Glenwood Springs

2024 is a big year for small-town Glenwood Springs. Three entities, all headliner contributors to the town’s status as a favorite vacation destination, are marking major milestones of 75, 50, and 25 years! Some things only get better with age and nowhere is that truer than in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Three iconic community attractions are

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Glenwood Caverns 25th Anniversary

Glenwood Springs Milestone: 25 Years of Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, a top Glenwood Springs visitor attraction, is turning 25. The mountaintop theme park and newly named National Natural Landmark has big plans to throw a sky-high party this spring and you’re invited to join in the fun and festivities! Exploring A Quarter of a Century at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park Glenwood

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Bear Aware: Springtime Sightings in Glenwood Springs

Bears are waking up in the Colorado high country, including Glenwood Springs. As visitors repopulate the trails and terrain around the hot springs town, be bear aware with these tips and information. Springtime Stirrings As the snow recedes and the native grasses and wildflowers begin to bloom, reports of bear sightings increase. The furry ursine

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7 Family-Friendly Activities in 7 Days: Spring Break in Glenwood Springs

Glenwood Springs is Colorado’s spring break destination every day of the week! Give your crew a vacation they can look forward to by incorporating these iconic family-oriented activities into your spring break vacation itinerary. Spring break is almost here, and Glenwood Springs is the ultimate destination for family fun! Get ready to dive into an

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Visit Glenwood Springs

Hanging Lake Trail is closed for bridge replacements and rockfall mitigation. Check back for trail reopening dates. 

 Visit the Hanging Lake page HERE for more information and the booking portal. 

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