Recreation
- GLENWOOD SPRINGS, COLORADO
Biking
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You’ll find great trails surrounding Glenwood Springs with spectacular mountain views. Every skill level is waiting for you to explore.
Fishing
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Two Rivers with Gold Medal waters are close to Glenwood Springs offering exceptional fly fishing challenges. This region’s waterways are a fly fishing enthusiast dream. Many people move to this area just for the fishing!
Golfing
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Many nearby courses offer championship-caliber golfing with beautiful mountian views you just can’t get in the city. Try the local Glenwood Springs Golf Club named “The Hill” or the semi-private 18 hole course, Iron bridge Golf Club along the Roaring Fork River.
Hiking
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Glenwood Springs has many trail options for all skill levels. Trails vary from paved pathways to steep mountain trails to riverside strolls. Of course there is the all popular Hanging Lake hike which offers a steep and rigorous trek – be sure to arrive early as the parking lot fills up fast!
Rafting
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Many visitors come to Glenwood Springs to enjoy a whitewater rafting trip either down beautiful Glenwood Canyon or on the relaxing Roaring Fork River. Glenwood has many great rafting companies who take care of their guests from start to finish, offering half day trips to class III full day excursions, along with a discounts pass to Iron Mountain Hot Springs for a relaxing soak at the end of the day.
Glenwood
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Looking for a challenge? Enjoy the first whitewater feature built on any stretch of the Colorado River. Glenwood Springs Whitewater Park has become a destination for paddling enthusiasts since 2008. It’s most popular with users from May through September. The area gleaned national attention when it was selected as the site for the 2009 U.S. Freestyle Kayaking Team Trials.
Glenwood
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Glenwood Adventure Company is your one stop shop for the best activities in Glenwood Springs and the Roaring Fork Valley! They are uniquely positioned to provide many activities in some of the best areas of the Rocky Mountains, offering whitewater rafting, biking, horseback riding, ATV and off-road tours, as well as ducky and stand-up paddle board rentals.