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Trip Itineraries (10)

  • Adventure Day: Rafting + Canyon Views
  • Family Weekend: Kid-Friendly Royal Gorge
  • Adrenaline Weekend: Maximum Adventure
  • Scenic Day: Views Without the Thrill
  • Gold Belt History Tour
  • Photographer's Royal Gorge Day
  • Three-Day Royal Gorge Basecamp
  • Rainy Day Backup Plan
  • Canon City Foodie Crawl: Historic Bites to Fine Dining
  • History Buff's Royal Gorge: Museums, Architecture & Mining Heritage

Experiences (50)

All things to do in the Royal Gorge region

  • Royal Gorge Helitours
  • Royal Gorge Zipline Tours
  • Stay with Royal Gorge Vacation Rentals
  • Whitewater Bar & Grill Experience
  • Whitewater Rafting with Royal Gorge Rafting
  • Whitewater Rooftop Social Experience
  • Zipline at Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
  • ATV and Off-Road Trails
  • Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting
  • Bighorn Sheep Wildlife Viewing
  • Camping at Arkansas Headwaters
  • Canon City Riverwalk
  • Cripple Creek Casino Day Trip
  • Dinosaur Depot Museum
  • Dinosaur Tracks on Skyline Drive
  • Disc Golf in Canon City
  • Explore Downtown Canon City
  • Fishing the Arkansas River
  • Fly Fishing the Arkansas River
  • Fremont Center for the Arts
  • Fremont County Wine Country
  • Fremont Peak Trail
  • Garden of the Gods Day Trip
  • Garden Park Fossil Area
  • Gold Belt Tour Scenic Byway
  • Historic Walking Tour of Canon City
  • Hogbacks Open Space Trails
  • Horseback Riding Near Royal Gorge
  • Jeep Tours and 4x4 Adventures
  • Kayaking the Arkansas River
  • Mountain Biking at Oil Well Flats
  • Mountain Biking the Royal Gorge Region
  • Museum of Colorado Prisons
  • Phantom Canyon Road Adventure
  • Pikes Peak Day Trip
  • Red Canyon Park Exploration
  • Rock Climbing at Shelf Road
  • Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
  • Royal Gorge Overlook Points
  • Royal Gorge Route Railroad
  • Skyline Drive Scenic Route
  • Stand-Up Paddleboarding on the Arkansas
  • Stargazing in the Royal Gorge Region
  • Sunrise at Royal Gorge Bridge
  • Tanner Dome Trail
  • Temple Canyon Park Trails
  • The Royal Gorge Section
  • Tunnel Drive Trail
  • Via Ferrata at Royal Gorge Bridge
  • Victor Ghost Town Day Trip
  • Directory Listings (74)

    Local businesses, attractions, and services

  • Royal Gorge Rafting
  • Royal Gorge Vacation Rentals
  • Royal Gorge Zipline Tours
  • Whitewater Bar & Grill
  • Whitewater Rooftop Social
  • 1887 Historic Eatery
  • Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
  • Arkansas River Fly Shop
  • Best Western Canon City
  • Bighorn Sheep Canyon
  • Boudreauxs BBQ
  • Caboose Cafe
  • Canon City Antique Mall
  • Canon City Chamber of Commerce
  • Canon City Outdoor Outfitter
  • Canon City Riverwalk
  • Chili Heads
  • Cripple Creek Gaming District
  • Dinosaur Depot Museum
  • Disc Golf in Canon City
  • Downtown Canon City
  • Echo Canyon Campground
  • Eight Mile Bar & Grill
  • El Caporal Mexican Restaurant
  • Florence Antique District
  • Fremont Adventure Recreation (FARE)
  • Fremont Brewing Company
  • Fremont Center for the Arts
  • Fremont Provisions
  • Garden Park Fossil Area
  • Gold Belt Tour Scenic Byway
  • Gold Mine Rock Shop
  • Gravity Coffee
  • Hampton Inn Canon City
  • Holy Cross Abbey Winery
  • Horseback Riding in the Royal Gorge Region
  • Kaleidoscope Inspiration
  • Kayaking the Arkansas River
  • KFC
  • Lucky Stop Convenience Store
  • Maverick Potter
  • McDonald's
  • Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine
  • Mountain Biking in Canon City
  • Mugs Cafe
  • Museum of Colorado Prisons
  • Nirvana Culinary Paradise
  • Oil Well Flats Trail System
  • Owl Cigar Store
  • Pizza Madness
  • Quality Inn Canon City
  • Raft Masters
  • Red Canyon Park
  • River Station Gear
  • Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
  • Royal Gorge Cabins
  • Royal Gorge KOA
  • Royal Gorge Regional Museum and History Center
  • Royal Gorge Route Railroad
  • Royal Gorge RV Resort
  • Safeway
  • Second Chance Thrift Store
  • Shelf Road Recreation Area
  • Skyline Drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Stargazing in the Royal Gorge Region
  • Subway
  • Tailored West
  • Tanner Dome Trail
  • Temple Canyon Park
  • The Abbey Winery
  • Tunnel Drive Trail
  • Victor, Colorado
  • Walmart Supercenter
  • Blog Posts (19)

    Tips and guides for visiting the Royal Gorge

  • Fall in the Royal Gorge: Your Complete Visitor Guide (September-November)
  • Summer in the Royal Gorge: Your Complete Visitor Guide (June-August)
  • Spring in the Royal Gorge: Your Complete Visitor Guide (March-May)
  • First Time in the Royal Gorge Region? Start Here
  • Day Trips from Canon City: Explore Beyond the Royal Gorge
  • Main Street Canon City: A Shopping and Dining Walking Tour
  • The Complete Guide to Rafting the Arkansas River
  • The Best Hikes in the Royal Gorge Region: A Local's Guide
  • Where to Stay Near Royal Gorge: Hotels, Cabins, and Camping
  • Local Eats After a Big Day Outside
  • Photographer's Short List: Viewpoints and Times of Day
  • Safety Basics for River Activities
  • Winter in the Gorge: What's Open, What's Quieter
  • Rainy Day Alternatives Near Canon City
  • Family-Friendly Royal Gorge Weekend Without Overdoing It
  • Weekend Plan: Adventure Day + Downtown Dinner
  • What to Pack for a Day in the Gorge (Wind, Sun, Water)
  • A First-Timer's Guide to Canyon Views and Scenic Pull-offs
  • Royal Gorge Rafting Seasons: What Changes Month to Month