History & Culture
The region's past includes railroad history, mining heritage, and geological stories spanning millions of years.
5 History & Culture Options
Dinosaur Depot Museum
A paleontology museum featuring dinosaur fossils discovered in the Canon City area, with hands-on exhibits for families.
1-2 hours
Dinosaur Tracks on Skyline Drive
View fossilized dinosaur footprints embedded in the rock along Skyline Drive, a unique prehistoric encounter during your scenic drive.
30 minutes
Garden Park Fossil Area
Visit the site where some of the world's most significant dinosaur discoveries were made during the Bone Wars era.
1-2 hours
Historic Walking Tour of Canon City
Explore Canon City's past through its historic architecture, from Victorian homes to the territorial prison complex.
1-2 hours
Museum of Colorado Prisons
A unique museum in a former women's prison exploring Colorado's penal history through exhibits and artifacts.
1-2 hours