Colorado Inn: Sunlight Mountain Bed Breakfast, Glenwood Springs Top Ten

The Top Ten reasons to visit Glenwood Springs

The Glenwood Hot Springs Pool was established in 1888 and is located along the banks of the Colorado River in the middle of the Rocky Mountains. It is over two blocks long and is the largest in the world. The Native American Ute's claimed it be a place of sacred healing. It is referred to as the Spa of the Rockies by numerous famous visitors including Al Capone, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, and President Theodore Roosevelt. The pool is enjoyed all four seasons. For a great deal click here for info about our Splash and Crash Package.

Sunlight Mountain Resort is known to many fans as the undiscovered secret of the Rockies. It is tucked away 10 miles south of Glenwood Springs or just a short walk from the Sunlight Mountain Inn. The resorts boasts having one of the steepest runs in Colorado. Cross-country skiers have access to over 29 kilometers of free groomed trails. Snowshoeing is a favorite at Sunlight via Babbish Gulch Trails. Snowmobile tours are also available during the winter months. In the Summertime, horseback riding is a popular way to roam through the White River National Forest. For unbelievable deals click here to see our Ski, Swim and Stay Packages.

The tram to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park & Historic Fairy Caves

The Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park & Historic Fairy Caves. A day filled with excitement and exploration awaits you on top of Iron Mountain above Glenwood Springs. Your adventure begins with a gondola ride to the top. Once you arrive, you can start with a 70-minute cave tour of the Fairy Caves. Ranked in the top 10 by USA Today, You are taken for a guided tour to see Mother Nature’s natural creations created over 5 million years ago. For even more excitement there are thrill rides and kids rides for your enjoyment.

Yampah Spa & The Hot Springs Vapor Caves was believed to have healing powers by the Ute Indians, Yampah translates to mean “Big Medicine.” The caves are underground and haven’t changed much since the Indians arrived. The Yampah Spa Vapor caves are the only natural hot springs fed vapor caves in the world. The spa offers body wraps, foot reflexology, full body massages as well as herbal facials. For a relaxing deal click here to see our Big Medicine Package.

Glenwood Canyon has been carved over 3 million years of snowmelt from the Continental Divide through the Colorado River. This gorgeous 16-mile stretch of highway is home to the famous Hanging Lake Trail. This one mile (moderately difficult) hike uphill is about an hour and a half round trip hike that is well worth the work. Limited parking is available down from the trail head.

The bike trail that follows the River is a scenic way to get to know the land. Following the Colorado River with the bends of the land, you get to see views that you can’t see from driving the highway. Be sure to bring your camera! Bring your own bike or rent one from the Sunlight Ski & Bike Shop.

The Colorado River carves through the Glenwood Canyon and is a great place to go white water rafting and kayaking. In Glenwood there is a new Kayaking wave park. Glenwood Springs hosted the US Freestyle Kayaking Team Trials last May. Guided raft tours are given throughout the summer months. For wild bargains click here to see our White Water Rafting Package.

The Roaring Fork River comes from Aspen and joins the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs. The Roaring Fork Valley has phenomenal fly fishing. The Roaring Fork and Frying pan Rivers qualify as “Gold Medal” waters. They have a great amount of brown and rainbow trout to fish for. For more info visit www.Roaringforkanglers.com or www.wildlife.state.co.us/regulations.

Rio Grande Bike Trail starts in Glenwood and winds its way up to Aspen, Colorado, using the old railroad corridor. The Rio Grande Trail has 42 miles of paved multi-use bike trail. The trail is protected from vehicle traffic except at intersections. The trail offers options for all length of rides. You can ride all the way to Aspen or go as far as you want and turn around. The ride between Glenwood Springs and Carbondale offers gorgeous views of Mt. Sopris and the Roaring Fork River. For more info see: www.Canyonbikes.com/riogrande_trail.html or www.traillink.com

True West Magazine picks Glenwood as a 2010 True Western town because of its historic pairings of everyday life and historic attractions. Doc Holliday was Glenwood’s gambling, gun slinging dentist in the 1800s. He along with other colorful characters of Glenwood’s past are buried at Linwood Cemetery. This historic cemetery is located in downtown Glenwood and is a short hike. Today locals and tourists like the Doc Holliday Tavern located on Grand Avenue in downtown Glenwood.

The historic Downtown of Glenwood Springs is home to countless little shops and dining experiences. Some of our favorites are the Mona Lisa, a women's shop in the Hotel Denver, Treadz , a shoe store on Cooper and the Book Train on Grand Ave. Walking downtown you will be immersed into the hospitable and welcoming comfort of a small mountain town. In the summer and early fall months, every Tuesday night, there is a downtown market that takes place in Centennial Park and features fun, food, and entertainment. On Wednesday nights there is Jazz in Two Rivers Park. Come and Soak it all in!



Meetings Virtual Tours Policies Guest Comments Location Photos Specials & Packages Year-Round Specials Winter & Spring Summer & Fall Holidays Upcoming Events June 22 - September 28 Tuesdays- Glenwood's Downtown Market June 23 - August 4 Wednesdays- Summer of Jazz Begins May 29- June 27 Horseback Riding at Sunlight Wednesday through Sunday June 30- September 6 Horseback Riding at Sunlight 7days a week! July 4 Glenwood's 125th Anniversary Picnic 4:30pm Fireworks to follow at Dark July 24 John and Tiffany's Wedding Reception	The Top Ten reasons to visit Glenwood Springs The Glenwood Hot Springs Pool was established in 1888 and is located along the banks of the Colorado River in the middle of the Rocky Mountains. It is over two blocks long and is the largest in the world. The Native American Ute's claimed it be a place of sacred healing. It is referred to as the Spa of the Rockies by numerous famous visitors including Al Capone, The Unsinkable Molly Brown, and President Theodore Roosevelt. The pool is enjoyed all four seasons. For a great deal click here for info about our Splash and Crash Package. Sunlight Mountain Resort is known to many fans as the undiscovered secret of the Rockies. It is tucked away 10 miles south of Glenwood Springs or just a short walk from the Sunlight Mountain Inn. The resorts boasts having one of the steepest runs in Colorado. Cross-country skiers have access to over 29 kilometers of free groomed trails. Snowshoeing is a favorite at Sunlight via Babbish Gulch Trails. Snowmobile tours are also available during the winter months. In the Summertime, horseback riding is a popular way to roam through the White River National Forest. For unbelievable deals click here to see our Ski, Swim and Stay Packages. The Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park & Historic Fairy Caves. A day filled with excitement and exploration awaits you on top of Iron Mountain above Glenwood Springs. Your adventure begins with a gondola ride to the top. Once you arrive, you can start with a 70-minute cave tour of the Fairy Caves. Ranked in the top 10 by USA Today, You are taken for a guided tour to see Mother Nature’s natural creations created over 5 million years ago. For even more excitement there are thrill rides and kids rides for your enjoyment. Yampah Spa & The Hot Springs Vapor Caves was believed to have healing powers by the Ute Indians, Yampah translates to mean “Big Medicine.” The caves are underground and haven’t changed much since the Indians arrived. The Yampah Spa Vapor caves are the only natural hot springs fed vapor caves in the world. The spa offers body wraps, foot reflexology, full body massages as well as herbal facials. For a relaxing deal click here to see our Big Medicine Package. Glenwood Canyon has been carved over 3 million years of snowmelt from the Continental Divide through the Colorado River. This gorgeous 16-mile stretch of highway is home to the famous Hanging Lake Trail. This one mile (moderately difficult) hike uphill is about an hour and a half round trip hike that is well worth the work. Limited parking is available down from the trail head. The bike trail that follows the River is a scenic way to get to know the land. Following the Colorado River with the bends of the land, you get to see views that you can’t see from driving the highway. Be sure to bring your camera! Bring your own bike or rent one from the Sunlight Ski & Bike Shop. The Colorado River carves through the Glenwood Canyon and is a great place to go white water rafting and kayaking. In Glenwood there is a new Kayaking wave park. Glenwood Springs hosted the US Freestyle Kayaking Team Trials last May. Guided raft tours are given throughout the summer months. For wild bargains click here to see our White Water Rafting Package. The Roaring Fork River comes from Aspen and joins the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs. The Roaring Fork Valley has phenomenal fly fishing. The Roaring Fork and Frying pan Rivers qualify as “Gold Medal” waters. They have a great amount of brown and rainbow trout to fish for. For more info visit www.Roaringforkanglers.com or www.wildlife.state.co.us/regulations. Rio Grande Bike Trail starts in Glenwood and winds its way up to Aspen, Colorado, using the old railroad corridor. The Rio Grande Trail has 42 miles of paved multi-use bike trail. The trail is protected from vehicle traffic except at intersections. The trail offers options for all length of rides. You can ride all the way to Aspen or go as far as you want and turn around. The ride between Glenwood Springs and Carbondale offers gorgeous views of Mt. Sopris and the Roaring Fork River. For more info see: www.Canyonbikes.com/riogrande_trail.html or www.traillink.com True West Magazine picks Glenwood as a 2010 True Western town because of its historic pairings of everyday life and historic attractions. Doc Holliday was Glenwood’s gambling, gun slinging dentist in the 1800s. He along with other colorful characters of Glenwood’s past are buried at Linwood Cemetery. This historic cemetery is located in downtown Glenwood and is a short hike. Today locals and tourists like the Doc Holliday Tavern located on Grand Avenue in downtown Glenwood. The historic Downtown of Glenwood Springs is home to countless little shops and dining experiences. Some of our favorites are the Mona Lisa, a women's shop in the Hotel Denver, Treadz , a shoe store on Cooper and the Book Train on Grand Ave. Walking downtown you will be immersed into the hospitable and welcoming comfort of a small mountain town. In the summer and early fall months, every Tuesday night, there is a downtown market that takes place in Centennial Park and features fun, food, and entertainment. On Wednesday nights there is Jazz in Two Rivers Park. Come and Soak it all in!