Things to Do Nearby
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Local Attractions
The Nature Place is conveniently located near scenic parks, hiking trails, historic sites, and charming mountain communities. Enjoy exploring a variety of local attractions, all just a short drive from our peaceful mountain retreat.
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
The Monument is our neighbor to the East and is the site of some of the world’s finest Oligocene fossils. Formed when the ash of an ancient volcano covered Lake Florissant 35 million years ago, the leaf and insect fossils found here are perfectly preserved. Enormous petrified sequoia tree stumps are on display at the Monument.
Cripple Creek
This famous gold mining town is about 15 miles from The Nature Place. While in Cripple Creek we can visit the Mollie Kathleen Mine, a working gold mine dating from 1891. Ride the narrow gauge railroad through Echo Valley, and enjoy the wonderful melodrama performance at the historic Butte Opera House.
Woodland Park
Located about 30 minutes from property, Woodland Park is a busy mountain town with lots of local charm.
Manitou Springs
Manitou Incline, Penny Arcade, Mineral Springs, Cog Railway
Wolf and Wildlife Sanctuary
Learn more about the wolfs and thier history in Teller County
Buena Vista
Located about an hour away, multiple local rafting companies, hikes and a riverwalk
Salida
Located about an hour away, home of Princeton Hot Springs the Sawach Range
Fairplay
Located about an hour away at the base of Hoosier Pass. Host Mount Sherman and South park city a historic CO “city” with restored buildings.
Canon City
About 1.5 hours away with Dinosaur Footprints, Fossil Digs, a Paleontologist’s dream.
Royal Gorge Bridge
Located about an hour from property and scenic bridge near canon city.
South Platte River
Located in nearby Lake George, CO plenty of fly fishing or tubing opportunities.
Pikes Peak Highway
Cascade, CO. Take a drive up to 14,000 ft.