Canon City

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canon city, colorado

Cañon City sits just south of the center of the state of Colorado. The city is located on the Arkansas River where it exits the Royal Gorge. Cañon City’s economy is largely built around tourism, most notably for the Royal Gorge Bridge and the Royal Gorge Route Railroad. Cañon City prides itself on having great experiences, but far less crowds than other Colorado mountain towns. Visitors enjoy outdoors activity, including rafting, hiking, biking, rock climbing, zip lining, and skydiving. Fun fact – Cañon City is one of only five US cities to have an “ñ” in its name.

#1Highest suspension bridge on the continent
50 degreesAvg daily high temp in February
1860Year of settlement
Half-Day Royal Gorge Rafting Trip
Full-Day Royal Gorge Rafting Trip
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VIP Wine Tasting at Holy Cross Abbey
Rail and Raft Royal Gorge
Rail and Raft Bighorn Sheep Canyon
Jeep and Raft Bighorn Sheep Canyon
Royal Gorge Boat and Bridge
Bighorn Sheep Canyon Boat and Bridge
Jeep and Raft Royal Gorge
Full-Day Royal Gorge and Red Canyon Jeep Tour
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Red Canyon Off-Road Jeep Tour
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Gold Belt Jeep Tour
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Royal Gorge Half-Day Off-Road Jeep Tour
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Cottonwood Float Raft Trip
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Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting Trip
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Things to See in Canon City

  • The Train

    The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is the biggest tourist attraction in the area. Visitors ride this historic train through the gorge. This trip has received recognition as one of the best train rides in the country. Consider upgrading to a first-class dinner service on the train.
  • The Bridge

    The highest suspension bridge in North America offers once-in-a-lifetime views. The bridge is 955 feet high and visitors can walk across it. Other options to cross the gorge include a sky gondola and zip lining.
  • Rafting

    The Arkansas River is the most rafted river in the country. Fair warning, the Royal Gorge section of the river is much more technical (advanced, with rough rapids) than other parts of the river. Make sure that you book an appropriate trip.
  • Western Culture

    Downtown Cañon City is charming, with plenty of shops and restaurants inside historical buildings. The city’s motto is “Gateway to the Authentic West” and the area is abundant with its historic western roots.

When to Visit Canon City

  • Winter

    Winters are much milder than other parts of Colorado. This is due to the unique geography that protects the city from severe weather. Daily high temps are in the low 50s.
  • Spring

    Late spring is a popular time for rafters and kayakers as the water runoff is high. May is ideal as daily high temps are in the 70s and it is less crowded due to school not being out for summer yet.
  • Summer

    Summer is peak tourism season. Camping is very popular as there aren't a ton of great lodging options (and the camping is pretty stellar). Daily highs get into the upper 80s.
  • Fall

    Falls are also a good time to visit with less crowds and mild weather. October highs are in the upper 60s.

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Saskia

Saskia

25 days ago

What an amazing tour. We saw whales, dolphins and porpoises. The crew was very friendly and enthusiastic. We could really tell they are very respectful towards the animals, we were able to see two humpbacks for nearly half an hour, everybody was silent, the engine was off and the crew was also in awe. Only when the whales left, the engine was back on and we also started moving again. We really felt like we had all the time in the world and we didn't disturb the animals.

Campden

Campden

25 days ago

We had an amazing time flying over the beautiful canyons, admiring the waterfalls from above. While we are both quite adventurous, I have an occasional fear of heights. The staff was incredibly friendly and professional, putting our minds perfectly at ease and making the best experience for us possible.

Kera

Kera

25 days ago

This was one of the BEST experiences I have ever had! We extended our trip into a two-tank dive and got to explore the surrounding areas of the garden eel bay before going into our manta show.

Alex and Benjamin

Alex and Benjamin

25 days ago

This was one of our favorite experiences on the trip. Kensington Market is an incredible neighborhood with a vibrant culture. We had a LOT of food on this tour. If you're thinking this will be sample size HAHA you're wrong.

Kayla and Andrew

Kayla and Andrew

25 days ago

We loved the small town atmosphere of this winery, and just how welcoming the staff and environment was. Definitely recommend doing this to anyone in the area!!

Bonnie

Bonnie

25 days ago

Thank you Spur Experiences and Jessica for a great day in the Cinque Terre! The day included colorful towns, sea breeze, hiking, dipping my toes in the Mediterranean, history & local cuisine lessons, delicious food and gelato, and wonderful views.

Kathleen

Kathleen

25 days ago

A wedding guest bought this voucher for me and my husband from our wedding registry via The Knot. We had Chiqui and Jonathan as our guides and they were great! Very personable and knowledgeable. They provided a cooler with water, soda and beer.

Whit

Whit

25 days ago

The catamaran was smooth and clean. The food was wonderful. The captain and staff were friendly and engaging. We could have have asked for a more fun and educational experience around the island. The snorkeling was wonderful with tons of fish, corral and eels.

Ellen

Ellen

2 years ago

My husband and I went on the catamaran cruise during our honeymoon in Milos... exceptional experience! I can not recommend it enough! Beautiful views, crystal clear water, delicious food and awesome crew! A trip to Milos would not be complete without this cruise! 10/10!

Courtney

Courtney

2 years ago

Francesca, our guide, was super personable and knowledgeable about the city and legends of Venice. The tour started near the train station and followed through all the alleys and streets to San Marco Square. The weather and the sunset were absolutely beautiful as well.

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