Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center
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Salida Hot Springs is a year-round facility offering aquatic recreation and
relaxation in natural mineral water. It is Colorado's largest indoor hot springs
pool and contains a 25 meter, 6 lane pool at approximately 84-86 degrees. Across
a divider wall a smaller 4 foot deep pool holds water at approximately 95-100
degrees. The zero depth entry provides easy access. This pool is excellent for
warm aqua-therapy, exercise and soaking. In addition, the center offers a myriad
of classes and special programs. More information at www.salidarec.com.
Only a block from downtown Salida on Sackett Street, this
quaint cafe' backs up to the Arkansas River. Exposed interior brick walls are
the backdrop to an ever-changing art gallery featuring local artists. Come check
out live performances on the weekend at the casual setting of Bongo's and see
why it's a favorite local hangout.(www.salidacafe.com).
Ever have dreams of being in the Masters? Rocky Mountain
Mini golf is the place to practice up before hitting the real thing. This newly
opened mini golf course located at 413 ½ Rainbow Blvd (behind Country Bounty)
features 18 holes with water features, challenging obstacles, and night
lighting. The group area is perfect for families and birthday parties. For more
info: 719.539.3140.
For those looking for an alternative to the slopes yet still want
to get some riding in, look no further than the Salida Skate Park. Located right
downtown at 200 W. First St., this small but well-designed park is the perfect
place.
Built by Team Pain, this skate park features bowls with three
different depths, good coping, speedlines, hips, and corners. A street course is
also available for those looking to master their tricks. For more info:
719.539.3971.
One of America's favorite pastimes, bowling is the ultimate
family activity. Super Bowl Lanes located at 7615 Hwy 50 features 12 lanes of
fully automated fun. Be sure and do the Turkey Dance after you make three
strikes in a row. Super Bowl also has "Cosmic Bowling" every Friday and
Saturday night when the black lights come on and festive music is heard loud and
clear. Leagues are very popular in Salida so check with the manager about open
lanes, usually after 9:30 pm. daily. For more info: 719.539.6436.
Located on W. 1st Street just west of the light
in downtown Salida, these two neighboring theaters offer first-run films,
occasional live performances, and special event screenings. The Unique Theater
was built in the 1880's as an opera house to entertain the mine and railroad
workers. Both of these theaters provide an interesting atmosphere to enjoy big
screen entertainment. For more info contact Unique Theater at 719.539.6838 and
Storyville Cinema at 719.539.7002.
The possibility is high for dancing to a good old-fashioned
rock-n-roll band at the Victoria Tavern Bar, on the corner of Sackett and "F"
Streets. Known by locals as the "Vic", this bar has been serving libations since
the early days when the railroad served Salida. A variety of live music is
brought in to provide a style for everyone. Bring some friends, play some pool
and enjoy a slice of pizza all under the same roof.
Benson's Tavern is located at 128 North F Street in Downtown
Salida. Benson's has the largest martini menu in town, great food, an outdoor
courtyard patio, premium liquor, a variety of wines & beer, smoke-free
inside and awesome happy hour specials. Spend some time in the sunny courtyard
or find yourself a seat at the bar and get to know some of the locals.
Built in 1892, it served as one of the city's first electrical
generating stations. Today the Steam Plant generates a new kind of power with
performing arts. This theatre has comfortable seating (no reserved seating
available) and there's even beer and wine available in the main lobby. A variety
of performances continue throughout the year. Give them a call or check out
their website (
www.steamplant.org) for the most current concert events
and performances.
The Summit Music Series has been bringing Top Name Musicians to
Salida for over 5 years featuring Bluegrass, Blues, Folk, Irish, Jazz, Pop,
Reggae, Rock, and World Music. The Children's Series brings culturally diverse,
internationally and nationally touring Children's Productions. For information
on upcoming events visit
www.RootsoftheRockies.org or call the Event Hotline
719.539.8514.
