What is Canon City known for?

Canon City, Colorado is best known as the gateway to the Royal Gorge - home of America's highest suspension bridge. The city is also famous for world-class whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River, the Royal Gorge Route Railroad, zipline adventures, Red Canyon Park, historic downtown architecture, and abundant Colorado sunshine.

What are the best things to do in Canon City Colorado?

Top things to do in Canon City, CO include: visiting the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River, riding the Royal Gorge Route Railroad, exploring Red Canyon Park, driving the Phantom Canyon Road, zipline tours, hiking at Temple Canyon Park, visiting the Museum of Colorado Prisons, and dining in the historic downtown.

Is Canon City near Denver?

Canon City is approximately 115 miles (about 2 hours) southwest of Denver via US-50 and I-25. It is located in Fremont County in south-central Colorado. Colorado Springs is the nearest major city, about 45 miles north of Canon City.

What outdoor activities are available in Canon City?

Canon City offers exceptional outdoor activities including: Class III-V whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River, rock climbing at Shelf Road, hiking at Red Canyon Park and Temple Canyon, mountain biking, fishing, horseback riding, zipline tours over the Royal Gorge, scenic drives through Phantom Canyon and Oak Creek Grade, and stargazing in the dark skies above Fremont County.

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Royal Gorge Rafting

Royal Gorge Zipline Tours

Whitewater Rooftop Social

Whitewater Bar & Grill

The Owl Cigar Store

Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

Royal Gorge Vacation Rentals

Royal Gorge Adventure Hub

Tailored West

River Station Gear

The Gold Mine Rock Shop

Canon City Mugs

1887 Historic Eatery

Luna Grace Wellness & Rejuvenation Spa

Fremont Provisions

DiRito's Italian Restaurant

Big Burger World

The Lost Cajun

Raft Masters

Pizza Madness

El Caporal Mexican Restaurant

Eight Mile Bar & Grill

Best Western Canon City

Quality Inn Canon City

Hampton Inn Canon City

Royal Gorge Cabins

Royal Gorge RV Resort

BLM and Arkansas Headwaters Camping near Canon City

Fremont Center for the Arts

Walmart Supercenter

Kaleidoscope Reimagined

The Lucky Stop

Happy Endings Caboose Cafe

Sonic Drive-In

Subway

McDonald's

KFC

Safeway

World's End Brewing Company

Vintage Revival

Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Museum of Colorado Prisons

Tunnel Drive Trail

Skyline Drive

Bighorn Sheep Canyon

Arkansas River Whitewater Rafting

Historic Downtown Canon City

Temple Canyon Park

Red Canyon Park

Garden Park Fossil Area

Arkansas Riverwalk

Royal Gorge Zipline Tours

Arkansas River Fishing

Rock Climbing at Shelf Road

Mountain Biking at Oil Well Flats

Royal Gorge Farmers Market

Royal Gorge Helicopter Tours

Royal Gorge Jeep Tours

Royal Gorge Regional Museum & History Center

Wine Tasting at Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

Wildlife Viewing - Bighorn Sheep

Stargazing in the Royal Gorge Region

Gold Belt Tour Scenic Byway

Phantom Canyon Road

Kayaking on the Arkansas River

Fremont Peak Summit Hike

Hogbacks Open Space Trail System

Royal Gorge Overlook Loop Trail

Tanner Dome Rock Climbing

Cripple Creek Casinos & Historic Mining Town

Victor, Colorado - The City of Mines

Garden of the Gods Day Trip

Pikes Peak Summit Experience

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All Locations in Canon City

Royal Gorge Rafting

Royal Gorge Zipline Tours