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Salida Colorado in Central Colorado :: Vacation in Salida :: The City of Salida is ready for you
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    Salida Population: 5,504
    Salida Elevation: 7,100 feet
    Salida Founded: 1880

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  • Salida's downtown historic district has enjoyed a rebirth of development over the past few years. It has become home to a large and still growing artist community. Salida Colorado has been ranked among the best small art towns in the United States and was recently named as one of the 'Best American Dream Towns' by Outside Magazine.
     

    Featured Attractions in Salida Colorado

    Salida Trail: Extends from Steam Plant at West Sackett and G Streets and extends several miles east to the edge of town.
    Steam Plant: Salida performing arts center and outdoor sculpture garden
    Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area: Office at Sacket and G Streets. Managing agency for recreation in the Arkansas River Valley.
    Salida Whitewater Park: Downtown river walk, picnicking, kayak play hole, Coors Boat Ramp, slalom course, and nice beach area.
    Riverside Park: Overlooks the whitewater park and has a newly constructed Amphitheatre, kid's playground, and picnic area.
    Centennial Park: Hot springs pool, group picnic area, playground, tennis courts, Chamber of Commerce.
    Tenderfoot Mountain: Dormant cindercone mountain which rises 550 feet on the northeast side of Salida that has an 'S' showing proudly. During the holiday season this mountain transforms into a giant Christmas Tree. a.k.a "S" Mountain or Christmas Tree USA.
    Salida Skate Park: First and G Streets, open from dawn to dusk.
    Salida Regional Library: located at Fourth and E Streets where you can find free internet access. One of the best libraries in Rural Colorado.
    Salida Museum: Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day and is located on U.S. 50 and I Streets next to the Salida Chamber of Commerce.
    Harriet Alexander Airport: Located 3 miles west of town on County Road 140. Charter services available.
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    River Walk along the Arkansas River in Salida
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