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Royal Gorge & Cañon City, Colorado Visitor Information

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Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Experience America’s Most Spectacular Rail Journey Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado…
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Afternoon Teas & Wine Tastings at the Royal Gorge Mansion

Historic Royal Gorge Mansion Immerse yourself in local history and elegance by enjoying a leisurely…
Happy Endings Caboose
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The Happy Endings Caboose Cafe

Get your coffee in a caboose T he Happy Endings Caboose Cafe is open daily!…
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Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Experience America’s Most Spectacular Rail Journey Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado…
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Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Experience America’s Most Spectacular Rail Journey Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado…
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First Class Dinner Train

Experience Railcar Dining At Its Finest Take in the majestic soaring views of the Royal…
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Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Experience America’s Most Spectacular Rail Journey Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado…
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Santa Fe Depot

Experience the best shopping in the Royal Gorge Great shopping awaits at the beautifully redesigned…
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Lunch Train

Experience The Beauty & Bounty Of The Royal Gorge Take in the majestic soaring views…
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Afternoon Tea & Wine Tastings at the Royal Gorge Mansion

Enjoy the Grand Tradition of High Tea at one of Colorado’s most historic mansions. Served…
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Experience the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

The Royal Gorge Bridge & Park is one of Colorado’s most famous attractions. The Bridge…

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Abbey Events Complex

The Abbey is the perfect place to bring people together for any group or corporate…
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Museum of Colorado Prisons

Unlock The Past And Experience The Colorful History Of Prison Life! A visit to the the…
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Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Experience America’s Most Spectacular Rail Journey Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado…
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Fremont Center for the Arts

We Foster And Enrich The Cultural And Economic Health For The Greater Fremont County Region…
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Royal Gorge Bridge and Park

The Place Where Adventures Begin The Royal Gorge Bridge & Park is a Colorado Local…
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Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

Several years ago, some simple Benedictine Fathers had a dream… A dream of a fine Colorado…
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The Royal Gorge Region

All About the Royal Gorge Region The Royal Gorge Region is a beautiful and rugged…
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Arkansas River Tours

Royal Gorge rafting is one of Colorado's top whitewater experiences! As one of the original…
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Colorado Jeep Tours

High Quality, Scenic, And Informative Off-Road Jeep Tours At Colorado Jeep Tours we pride ourselves…
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Echo Canyon River Expeditions

So Much More Than A Raft Trip Echo Canyon River Expeditions will provide your family…
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Performance Tours, Inc.

Whitewater Rafting on Colorado’s most spectacular rivers! Looking for adventure that’s exciting, affordable and fun?…
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Raft Masters Rafting

Fun Adventure Memories Since 1989 Raft Masters has been in business under the same ownership…
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Afternoon Teas & Wine Tastings at the Royal Gorge Mansion

Historic Royal Gorge Mansion Immerse yourself in local history and elegance by enjoying a leisurely…
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Royal Gorge Route Inns – Greenwood Suites

Greenwood Suites Our Greenwood Suites home features four bookable king bedrooms: 2 with ensuite bathrooms…
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Royal Gorge Route Inns

Greenwood Suites Our Greenwood home has been meticulously renovated throughout into a cozy farmhouse meets…
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Royal Gorge Cabins

Let the Outside In Royal Gorge Cabins offers luxury cabin rentals just minutes from Cañon…
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Hillside Colorado Cottages

Tiny Town. Huge Views. Dark Skies. Hillside, Colorado is an unincorporated town that is home…
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MoonShadow Estate

Family Vacation Dreams Come True Our big, loving vacation home is nestled in the Arkansas…
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Echo Canyon Campground and RV Park

Welcome To Our Playground We invite you to spend some quality family time camping under…
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Mountain View RV Resort

Experience Colorado's Beauty Mountain View RV Resort is located in the Heart of the Royal…
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Royal Gorge KOA

Panoramic Views Of Spectacular Scenery The Royal Gorge/Canon City KOA is located in the foothills…
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Royal View Campground

An RV Park With All The Luxuries As Colorado’s highest rated RV park, we offer…
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The Starlite Classic Campground

A Unique Vacation Experience Experience life in the "past" lane when you stay in one…
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8 Miles Bar & Grill

Food And Drink That Inspires Class V Excitement And Satisfaction After a day’s white water…
Happy Endings Caboose
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The Happy Endings Caboose Cafe

Get your coffee in a caboose T he Happy Endings Caboose Cafe is open daily!…
RecreationTop Attractions

Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Experience America’s Most Spectacular Rail Journey Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado…
Restaurants & BarsTop Attractions

Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Experience America’s Most Spectacular Rail Journey Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado…
Top AttractionsRestaurants & BarsThings To Do

First Class Dinner Train

Experience Railcar Dining At Its Finest Take in the majestic soaring views of the Royal…
Top Attractions

Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Experience America’s Most Spectacular Rail Journey Come experience a spectacular train ride through the Colorado…
ShoppingTop Attractions

Santa Fe Depot

Experience the best shopping in the Royal Gorge Great shopping awaits at the beautifully redesigned…
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Discover Downtown Canon City

Historic Downtown Downtown has so much to offer, from great watering holes to some of…
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Lunch Train

Experience The Beauty & Bounty Of The Royal Gorge Take in the majestic soaring views…
Things To DoRestaurants & BarsTop Attractions

Afternoon Tea & Wine Tastings at the Royal Gorge Mansion

Enjoy the Grand Tradition of High Tea at one of Colorado’s most historic mansions. Served…
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The Locomotives of the Royal Gorge Route Railroad

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad has been a part of the rich history of Canon…
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The History of Dome Cars

Modern glass observation dome cars were introduced to the rail car in 1945 as a…
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Royal Gorge Route Railroad and the Can-Car

The History of the Can-Car For most of the 19th century and half of the…
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Experience the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

The Royal Gorge Bridge & Park is one of Colorado’s most famous attractions. The Bridge…
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Sights You’ll Find on the Royal Gorge Route

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad includes some of the best views you’ll see in Colorado.…
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6 Places to Visit While in Colorado

Few states have as much unique and varied natural landscapes as Colorado does. From ancestral…
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Top-Rated Local Favorites in Cañon City

Whether you’re visiting the neighborhood or live close by, the Royal Gorge Region is home…
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An Itinerary for Your Weekend in Cañon City

Are you ready to get away this weekend? With fall approaching, many families and groups…
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Outdoor Activities in the Royal Gorge Region

So Many Options For Outdoor Enthusiasts Canon City offers so many outdoor activities in the…
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Skyline Drive

A Thrilling Drive to a Spectacular View Drive your passenger car on a road that…
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The Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience

The Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience The Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience provides an affordable, dynamic and…
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Tanner Trail

Experience America’s Most Spectacular Rail Journey Tanner Peak is a scrappy little semi-arid peak in…
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The Lucky Stop

The Go To Spot For Colorado Merchandise! If you’re looking for a place to grab…
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Vintage Revival

Vintage-Chic Décor And Gifts Of All Kinds The Standard Oil Company sign still hangs on…
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The Artists’ Gallery

Art & Jewelry From Local and Area Artists A beautiful art gallery located in the…
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Nirvana Culinary Paradise

Nirvana Culinary Paradise was founded out of deep love for real Indian food, for food…

Welcome to the Royal Gorge Region and Cañon City, Colorado.

The Royal Gorge Region is just 2 hours south of Denver and 45 minutes southwest of Colorado Springs. Home to a number of world-class activities and attractions, including the Royal Gorge Route Railroad, Royal Gorge Mansion, the Royal Bridge & Park, and the Winery at Holy Cross Abbey, it is one of Colorado’s top destinations for travelers from around the world.

The rushing Arkansas River cuts through the 1,200-foot Royal Gorge, making for stunning views you’ll find no where else in the world. Thanks to three million years of mother nature’s handiwork, this beautifully carved sheer rock-wall canyon is as deep as the Eiffel Tower is tall.

The Royal Gorge is known as the banana belt of Colorado, so it’s no surprise that farming, ranching and grape-growing thrive here, as well as year-round recreation and all-around Rocky Mountain adventuring. Colorado’s best white water rafting, hiking, biking, climbing and camping are on offer virtually all year in this mountain town.

When you’re ready to relax and refuel, you’ll find excellent dining aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad, fantastic downtown Canon City boutique shopping, and a tasting room at the Winery at Holy Cross Abbey that you don’t want to miss.