Best places: Tourist attractions in Chaffee County, United States

Adventure outpost for guided rafting & hiking trips (May-August), plus an aerial zip line course.

Camping, fishing, hiking, rock-climbing & scenic driving against a backdrop of mountain peaks.

Quaint city park in a peaceful, shaded setting featuring riverside picnic tables & a bandshell.

Winter sports & summer hikes on mountain slopes accessed by cable car, plus a popular cafe.

👍👍 Awesome time with The Adventure Company. Guides really new what they were doing and kept us safe and having a great time. Shout out to Kotti and Eric in particular!

Riverside park with 5 main whitewater structures for kayaking/rafting, plus climbing walls & trails.

👍👍 A beautiful scenic spot in buena vista where you can see the beautiful views along and you can also catch beautiful sunrise at this spot. There are restrooms as well as picnic tables available. Amazing roadtrip scenic spot.

Rustic pub with its own brand of whiskies, gins & liquors, plus creative drinks & distillery tours.

A creek runs through this grassy, tree-filled park with playground equipment & picnic tables.

👍👍 This is the most popular route up Mt. Yale. There are two parking lots and had no trouble finding parking on a Thursday in July. There is a bathroom at the parking lot, and information at the trailhead. The hike is a steady uphill along Denny Creek until you get to the tree line. Above the tree line...

👍 We stayed here in June 2023 and the cabin was rustic but super clean and the beds were super soft and comfy. I would highly recommend staying here, prices are completive and the scenery is awesome. And everyone at the trading post was super friendly. The only minor thing I could find was pulling the...

Family-friendly aquatic center with indoor lap & leisure pools filled with water from hot springs.

👍👍 If you're looking for a unique and short road trip experience, this tunnel drive is a must-see. It's a short drive from the main street in Buena Vista, and is easily accessible even in a two-wheel drive sedan. The road was clear with minimal ice during my visit. Although there is no designated parki...

👍👍 Willis Gulch hiking trail located in Colorado. It is situated near the town of Buena Vista in the San Isabel National Forest. The trail is known for its beautiful scenery, including waterfalls, wildflowers, and panoramic mountain views. It is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

👍👍 We randomly walked into this store. I was looking for a quick birthday gift for my mom. I had no idea as to what was to come. Turns out you can make your own jewelry, which means you have to get creative and personal. It was amazing! Harry helped my 8 year old daughter create a one of a kind nec...

👍👍 My son in law rented a boat for us to go out on the lake. Us being 4 adults, 1 - 6 year old and 2 dogs. We are from Iowa and fishing is our thing, so we were excited and impressed with the Colorado beauty. It was so nice of the help to drive right up to our car, help us unload, take everything d...

👍👍 Excellent train that is well maintained and easy to follow. The beginning starts with a dozen or so switchbacks before meandering through a creek bed and upwards toward the Oxford/Belford and Missouri fork. Great views and beautiful scenery!

👍👍 Excellent hike! Finished in just over 5 hours with a nice run down! Parking fills up quick on summer weekends.. No restrooms at the trailhead.