Fourth of July

Visit beautiful Ouray on the fourth of July for a truly small town celebration. Ouray will not let you down, putting on wonderful events and activities for the whole family.

Hiking

The region around Ouray has hiking trails for all experience levels. Some of the trails include Cascade Falls, Box Canyon Waterfall & Park , Baby Bathtubs and many more. From kid friendly to expert, you can find it in Ouray

Carriage Rides and Horseback Riding

The Ouray Livery is located right in the heart of downtown Ouray. Offering carriage rides and guided horseback rides for all experience levels, The Ouray Livery provides a strikingly beautiful gorgeous adventure for all.

Fishing

Trout fishing in Ouray County is a fisherman’s dream. There are many excellent fishing areas located within a short distance of Ouray. Ranging from fly fishing to classic fishing, our local fishing will please any one with great taste in fishing.

Jeeping and ATVing

Enjoy a scenic mountain adventure through one of the reliable jeeping tours services in town, or plot your own route to excitement by renting a jeep at our services at the hotel. Explore one of the many 4x4 trails around Ouray with an ATV of your own or rented. Ranging from mild to wild jeeping and ATVing can provide an adrenaline rush for the extreme or an amazingly beautiful ride for the whole family

Ouray Hot Springs Pool

Let your group enjoy the calming waters of the Ouray Hot Springs Pool. But this pool is not just a place for adults to relax and enjoy the majestic mountain views, it’s also a fun pool for the kids with two slides and two water fountains.

Mountain Biking

Don’t forget your mountain bike! Mountain biking has never been as fun or as beautiful as here in the mountains surrounding Ouray. There are many trails, from novice to the experienced for enjoyment of your entire party.

Mine Tours

Have you ever been inside a real mine? Experience what the turn of the century miners felt tunneling through a mountain side and panning for gold.

Hot Air Ballooning

Enjoy a once in a lifetime experience with San Juan Balloon Adventures. Sail away through the majestic San Juan Mountains overlooking breathtaking views. See the splendor of Ouray from above as you touch the sky in a hot air balloon.

Ouray County Museum

Take a trip back in time and explore the rich history of Ouray at the Ouray County Museum. Containing real artifacts from the start of the town, this hands on family museum will take you back to a time when mining was the way of life and horseback was the means of travel. Enjoy the life like exhibits and lose yourself in history.

Rafting

Quality whitewater rafting trips are available throughout the summer on our local rivers close to Ridgway. Spring snow run-off from the Colorado Rocky Mountain peaks rushes through the local rivers offering a variety of rafting levels - from extreme to kid- friendly. Guided tours are available just a short drive away in Ridgeway.

Rock Climbing

Adventure awaits you. Ouray has many areas to climb and many guides to take you there. Experienced or amateur, it is no matter, Ouray can suffice all.

Races

Many athletes can’t wait for the races in and around Ouray. Such races include Imogene Pass Run, Hard Rock Hundred Mile Endurance Race, Ouray Mountain Trail Run and many more. For any type of athlete your thirst for competition will be quenched.

Photography

The stunning mountains are a photographers dream. So join us here in Ouray to make your photographic dreams come true. Whether you are a professional photographer or you just want to show off your amazing vacation to your friends, the beauty of Ouray can satisfy your love of photography.