- The list below includes 46 free or cheap things to do in or near Buena Vista, Colorado, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Rafting, Farms & Ranches, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- From Buena Vista River Park to Cottonwood Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Buena Vista and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Salida, Nathrop and Canon City.
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Families who enjoy the outdoors tend to embrace the Grottos Trail for an easy hiking experience. Exploring the large rock formations, boulders, and waterfalls are simple form the trail itself, and there is a popular picnicking area at the trailhead.
38.5 Miles
12 Mile Stables offers riders the opportunity to enjoy over 27 miles of riding trails in a small or large group. The location also offers day camps, hayrides, riding lessons, parties and other events.
38.8 Miles
The Cathedral Lake Trail is considered to be a relatively difficult path that goes from an Aspen grove until reaching the boundary of the Maroon Bells and Snowmass Wilderness. The main goal is to reach Cathedral Lake which offers a great deal of cutthroat trout fishing.
40.0 Miles
With artifacts ranging from old historic buildings, antique transport and military equipment to exhibits that showcase old letters, clothing and toys, Gunnison Pioneer Museum is a place to learn about and experience history.
40.9 Miles
Offering river trips for all levels of experience, Liquid Descent organizes whitewater rafting excursions through Clear Creek and the Colorado River. The company provides all the equipment and instructions needed before taking off on the rapids.
41.5 Miles
The first prospector arrived in Leadville in 1880 claiming to have found silver, so over the course of the next three years, he was joined by 1,999 other people, but by 1900 men were spending their time hunting and drinking instead. Visitors can visit the ghost town.
41.6 Miles
One of the four peaks operated by Breckenridge Ski Resort, Peak 10 offers tree skiing, mogul runs and groomed corduroy. The peak has multiple ski trails to choose from such as the Burn which weaves through trees and the steep Mustang.
41.9 Miles
Sport Fish Colorado is a guided fishing company that provides full day fishing trips that typically last 6 hours and can encompass a number of different reservoirs. They also offer a pontoon boat for larger parties.
41.9 Miles
Established in 1953, the Lazy F Bar Ranch is a family-owned business that provides a number of services for its guests to enjoy. Guided and unguided hunting trips, sleigh ride dinners, and making wedding cakes are among the services provided.
42.5 Miles
The Missouri Lake Trail offers visitors a beautiful hike through a canyon and alongside a rushing river. The hike is challenging, but pays off with stunning views of glacial lakes and the surrounding wilderness.