Activites
Whitewater Raft
Let River Runners be your guide rafting the Arkansas River. Raft through beautiful valleys and canyons during a half-day or full-day adventure.
CBD Spa Treatment
CAUSE+MEDIC Spa & Wellness Boutique is a premier destination for clean living, luxury skincare, and CBD spa treatments. Their spa menu features CBD massages, body, and facial treatments all intended to make you glow from the inside out.
Trail Hiking
Hundreds of miles of hiking trails await visitors of all abilities, including trails Cottonwood Pass, Independence Pass, Mt. Princeton, Ptarmigan Lake, Barbara Whipple Trails, and more.
Mountain Bike
Rent or demo anything from hardtails, full suspension, electric cruisers, and electric mountain bikes available from Black Burro Bikes, in South Main.
Kayak & SUP
CKS Main Street is a great place to rent kayaks, paddleboards, and more. Test your skills at the River Park in South Main or head to Cottonwood Lake (11mi from Surf Hotel) for a more relaxed and low-key float session.
Buena Vista Farmer’s Market
On Sunday from 10am-2pm, experience the Arkansas River Valley’s local food systems at the Foodshed Alliance Farmer’s Market in McPhelemy Park. Shop for sustainably raised meat, organic produce, handmade jewelry, and more.
Fly Fish
World-class float trips with Upriver Fly Fishing are offered on the Gold Medal headwaters of the Arkansas River including Brown's Canyon National Monument.
Hot Springs
Stop by Mt. Princeton Hot Springs during the day and relax in their new Relaxation Pool. The pool is maintained at about 99 degrees and lounge chairs surround, inviting you to lay back and take in the fresh mountain air.
Off-Roading
Experience the 4-Mile Trails near Brown's Canyon or the historic mining roads in St. Elmo in a guided RZR ATV tour with RMAR or rent one with friends and explore the countless OHV trails in the area.