Royal Gorge, CO

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This is the Royal Gorge Bridge which is the world's highest suspension bridge. It is 1053 Ft. above the Arkansas River. Mountains are in the background with red rock below the bridge.
This is the Royal Gorge Bridge which is the world's highest suspension bridge. It is 1053 Ft. above the Arkansas River. Mountains are in the background with red rock below the bridge.
Absolute must while in Colorado!
This spectaclar pedestrian bridge is suspended 1250 feet above the Arkansas River. Ride the tram across and take the zipline back -- it was my first time ziplining! Finally, a zipline worth your time! We also did the swing, and I have video of me screaming on facebook to prove it's nuuuuts! #adventure #scenic #Colorado
The Royal Gorge Bridge is the highest suspension bridge in America and the second highest in the world. Standing nearly 1,000 feet from the bottom of the gorge, it offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. The wildfires of 2014 destroyed most of the surrounding structures but the bridge survived with only minor damage. Their grand reopening will be in the spring of 2015.

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Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge

Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge

Cañon City CO
Stay at this vacation home in Canon City. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Royal Gorge Bridge and Tunnel ...
10/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
What a wonderful location. Could not have been more relaxing. Accommodations were better than advertised. Staff at the Gorge were very helpful (and the food at the cafe was really good). Recommend going offseason. We had the whole canyon to ourselves, except for the deer we said hi to every morning ...

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

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Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge
River Ranch Summary:

River Ranch Summary:

Canon City CO
Stay at this vacation home in Canon City. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Royal Gorge Bridge and High Mesa Grassland Instant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
River trip
Great service great location

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

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Best Western Canon City

Best Western Canon City

2.5 out of 5
110 Latigo Lane Canon City CO
The price is $97 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$97 total
per night
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canon City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Room was very clean! I have not generally had good experiences with Best Western, but this was an exception! I'm super picky about cleanliness and was not disappointed at all. Staff were all very nice and helpful. Parking was convenient and free.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge

Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge

Cañon City CO
Stay at this vacation home in Canon City. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Royal Gorge Bridge and Tunnel ...
10/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
What a wonderful location. Could not have been more relaxing. Accommodations were better than advertised. Staff at the Gorge were very helpful (and the food at the cafe was really good). Recommend going offseason. We had the whole canyon to ourselves, except for the deer we said hi to every morning ...

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Spacious retreat on the Rim of the Royal Gorge
River Ranch Summary:

River Ranch Summary:

Canon City CO
Stay at this vacation home in Canon City. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Royal Gorge Bridge and High Mesa Grassland Instant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
River trip
Great service great location

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

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Royal Gorge Cabins

Royal Gorge Cabins

3.5 out of 5
45054 West US Hwy 50 Canon City CO
Stay at this cabin in Canon City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Royal Gorge Bridge and Tunnel Drive are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
Fantastic

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Royal Gorge Cabins
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Royal Gorge Bridge featuring a bridge

Royal Gorge Bridge

4.5/5(140 reviews)

Walk along the tallest suspension bridge in the United States and experience a cliff top thrill ride at a rocky river canyon.

Royal Gorge Bridge

Salt Lick

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Salt Lick during your travels in Cotopaxi. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Salt Lick

Things to do

Cañon City: Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Entry Ticket & Gondola

Cañon City: Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Entry Ticket & Gondola

$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cañon City: Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Entry Ticket & Gondola
Family and dog-friendly jeep tours

Royal Gorge Loop Half Day Jeep Tour

$199
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Royal Gorge Loop Half Day Jeep Tour
Full Day Royal Gorge and Red Canyon Jeep Tour

Full Day Royal Gorge and Red Canyon Jeep Tour

$399
per adult
Full Day Royal Gorge and Red Canyon Jeep Tour
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Cities near Royal Gorge

Royal Gorge Bridge

Canon City

Aerial panorama photo Arkansas river between mountains at Cotopaxi Colorado

Cotopaxi

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