The 10 Best Things to do in Salida, Colorado (CO)

Monarch Mountain, located in South Central Colorado, is what you expect from a real Colorado ski area.Abundant natural snow (350+ inches) and friendly people are two of our strongest attributes. You can walk from your car right to the lifts, prices are reasonable, and the runs flow naturally back to the base area. At Monarch you’ll lose the crowds but not your friends.We have been improving the skiing and riding experience by adding backcountry terrain in Mirkwood Basin for the advanced and putting in two conveyor lifts for our less experienced guests. We are not about Real Estate developments and shopping villages at Monarch. You won’t find time share salesmen in the base area, but you will find friendly employees wanting to share our mountain with you. The only “bling-bling” you’ll see at Monarch is from beaming smiles.

Visit www.vinosalida.com for more information on how you can continue to enjoy Vino Salida wine during the temporary tasting room closure. A small artisan winery in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains producing handcrafted wines from Colorado grapes and honey. We work closely with viticulturists in Palisade, Colorado and ferment Merlot, Viognier, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and local honey. We offer wine tastings, wine by the glass, beer, signature cocktails, private tours and a fresh, local menu available daily. Open year round.

Wood's High Mountain Distillery was born on a raft trip in the Grand Canyon over 20 years ago. While sipping whiskey in one of the most inspiring places on earth, PT Wood decided to pursue the dream of handcrafting his own spirits in downtown Salida. The dream soon became reality and PT and his brother, Lee partnered together to make it happen. We found our current home and after major renovations, installed “Ashley” our antique 1880s era German copper pot still. Wood’s launched November 13, 2012. In 2018, Ashley was given some much-needed help with the addition of two new 2400-liter stills and a 20-plate column. Currently, the distillery produces American Malt Whiskeys, Alpine Rye Whiskey, three styles of gin, Elderflower Liqueur, and Colorado Potato Vodka along with other ongoing projects. The Tasting Room is open daily and tours are available by appointment. You can choose from product samplers, craft cocktails, bottle sales and Wood’s merchandise in a casual, fun environment.

Production craft brewery located in Salida Colorado. Beers on tap include IPA, Pale Ale, Amber Ale, Helles, Hefeweizen, Porter, Coconut Milk Stout, ESB, Green Chile Ale, Fresco y Seco, etc. Food truck on premise. Brewery tours available by request. Large indoor tasting room and outdoor beer garden.