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Mia & Noah

9.3.2027 • Buena Vista, Colorado
305 Days To Go!

Mia & Noah

9.3.2027 • Buena Vista, Colorado
305 Days To Go!

Our Favorite Activities Near Buena Vista

Downtown Buena Vista

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Explore Main Street's local shops, restaurants, breweries, and galleries. See some of our favorite restaurants below!

Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort and Spa

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Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort, County Road 162, Nathrop, CO, USA
(719) 395-2447

The resort's natural hot springs offer several ways to soak, from the creekside pools along Chalk Creek to the upper soaking pools and scenic infinity pool. Guests can also enjoy spa treatments, a fitness center and fitness classes, and pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts, all at the resort!

For those looking to explore the surrounding area, the resort also offers mountain bike rentals and easy access to hiking, rafting, and other outdoor adventures nearby.

Buena Vista River Park

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Buena Vista River Park, East Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, USA

Take a walk along the Arkansas River, go fly fishing or relax by the water, and enjoy the views of the Collegiate Peaks!

St. Elmo, co

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Take a scenic drive into the mountains to explore one of Colorado's historic ghost towns. This is a fun half-day adventure if you have a little more time.


On the way from Mt. Princeton Hot Springs, stop at Chalk Lake or Agnes Vaille Waterfall for a short hike!


The St. Elmo store also sells sunflower seeds that you can feed to chipmunks right out of your hand!

Hiking Around Buena Vista

Lost Lake Trailhead

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Lost Lake Trailhead, Buena Vista, CO 81211, USA

Lost Lake Trail

3.4 mi Out and Back, Moderate


A short hike to an apline lake with a small island in the middle!

Ptarmigan Lake Trailhead

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Ptarmigan Lake Trailhead, Buena Vista, CO 81211, USA

Ptarmigan Lake Trail

6.3 mi Out and Back, Moderate


This route takes you past a few smaller lakes and a creek on your way to Ptarmigan Lake. Keep your eye out for birds such as woodpeckers and the lake's namesake bird, the ptarmigan.

Cascade Creek Trailhead

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Cascade Creek Trailhead, Unnamed Road, Nathrop, CO 81236, USA

Agnes Vaille Falls Trail

1.1 mi Out and Back, Moderate


A quick hike to a scenic lookout! These are gorgeous falls set deep on the side of Mt. Princeton.

For an extra adventure after your hike, continue up Cottonwood Pass towards the summit for incredible views of the surrounding Rockies!

Our Favorite Restaurants in Buena Vista

Terrace On Main

Terrace On Main, East Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, USA
(719) 315-7650

A rooftop spot with mountain views, shareable bites, and specialty cocktails!

The Beach

The Beach, Co Rd 301, Buena Vista, CO, USA
(719) 677-0377

A scenic spot along the Arkansas river serving burgers, tacos, and cold drinks.

Sorelle Delicatessen

Sorelle Delicatessen, US Highway 24 North, Buena Vista, CO, USA
(719) 395-8417

A small neighborhood deli serving great Italian food and desserts!

Deerhammer Distillery & Tasting Room

Deerhammer Distillery & Tasting Room, East Main Street, Buena Vista, CO, USA
(719) 966-7771

A fun, small-town distillery with a great food truck.

Eddyline Brewery

Eddyline Brewery, Linderman Avenue, Buena Vista, CO, USA
(719) 966-6018

Laid-back local brewery serving craft beer and casual food.