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# Southern Rocky Mountains

## Travel Guide

![This was the first time visiting the Great Sand Dunes in Colorado and what an amazing place. The contrast of biomes is very unique to our planet. Every season sees major changes which help to keep the park ever changing. #nature #colorado #usa #travel #adventure #mountains #sand #rockymountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089659/349410b4-b586-46f9-8565-f6e379cf307b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![This was the first time visiting the Great Sand Dunes in Colorado and what an amazing place. The contrast of biomes is very unique to our planet. Every season sees major changes which help to keep the park ever changing. #nature #colorado #usa #travel #adventure #mountains #sand #rockymountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089659/349410b4-b586-46f9-8565-f6e379cf307b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![My bucket list is to visit all 59 of the US National Parks. So far, we've been lucky enough to explore over 30. Here's one of them.

Mesa Verde National Park is the only cultural #nationalpark of the 59 "set aside to preserve the work of man." Beyond cliff dwellings, there are beautiful canyons and it's not too far away from Four Corners National Monument where Arizona, New Mexico, Utah and Colorado meet making for a great.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6328139/b1d8fcaf-3383-4671-b251-693cda35cd89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![A section of US Route 550 that runs from Silverton to Ouray in Colorado is knows as "The Million Dollar Highway", and it's a thrilling (or terrifying) ride. Narrow roads, steep cliff walls, dizzying drop-offs....and no guard rails. It all makes for a white-knucke drive, albeit one with breath-taking views. There's some conjecture about the origin of the name - some say it's because it cost a million dollars to create, others say it's because of the million dollar views. Either way, it's a drive you won't soon forget. #colorado #ouray #milliondollarhighway #silverton #roadtrip #beautifuldrives](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10746/0d6fe19b-bfd6-409c-ad99-830383c54a2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![The Maroon Bells are two mountain peaks located southwest of Aspen, CO. They are reportedly one of the most photographed scenes in the state. #colorado #maroonbells #aspen #mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/423/90be25d0-7ffb-463c-81a6-6dc1850f9bc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Southern Rocky Mountains

Where to stay

Things to do

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### Where to stay in Southern Rocky Mountains

![Beaver Creek which includes forest scenes, landscape views and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10670/8777de07-99c6-48e8-8833-8729eb9a31df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Beaver Creek

5/5(192 area reviews)

 Nestled in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, this unincorporated community boasts a major ski resort, adjacent businesses, lodging, and a golf course for a well-rounded vacation experience. 

[](https://expedia.com/Avon-Beaver-Creek.dx10670)

![View on mountain ski slopes valley from village loop hiking trail in Beaver Creek resort of Vail near Avon, Colorado in summer with aspen trees forest and homes houses condo buildings by street road](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384234/76dc3589-525f-4826-b434-11a296890f93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Vail Village

 While visiting Vail Village, you might make a stop by sights like Vail Ski Resort and Gondola One Ski Lift. 

[](https://expedia.com/Vail-Vail-Village.dx553248635976384234)

![Homestead on Mornon Row in Grand Teton National Park.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/943604437442809856/3f98fbb6-1835-44bc-9455-6790058f3ba1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### West of Jackson

 While visiting West of Jackson, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Teton National Park and National Elk Refuge. 

[](https://expedia.com/Jackson-West-Of-Jackson.dx943604437442809856)

![Main Street, Downtown Frisco, Colorado. A quaint and popular ski resort town in summertime.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000663033/65b83d78-ea62-4ee6-bef9-cb91f93c713e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Historic District

4.5/5(351 area reviews)

 The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Historic District. A stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Breckenridge Arts District might round out your trip. 

[](https://expedia.com/Breckenridge-Historic-District.dx3000663033)

![New Mexico Museum of Art which includes a statue or sculpture and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064361/7bca942a-dc8a-4a99-b9a7-195e612b2504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Downtown Santa Fe

4.5/5(1,990 area reviews)

 Visitors to Downtown Santa Fe rave about its fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries. You might also want to make some time to see Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe or Lensic Performing Arts Center while you're exploring the neighborhood. 

[](https://expedia.com/Santa-Fe-Downtown-Santa-Fe.dx6054959)

![Telluride Colorado USA Canyon View of Surrounding Forest Mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976625704/bc7df9f5-5b8e-4af8-8f3d-e12683842ac4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Downtown Aspen

5/5(113 area reviews)

 If you're spending some time in Downtown Aspen, Wagner Park and Silver Queen Gondola are top sights worth seeing. 

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- Southern Rocky Mountains Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Southern Rocky Mountains

![Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42080000/42070700/42070641/dc6d0b53_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Monarch Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk

488 Main St Black Hawk CO

$124 nightly

$147 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Black Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...

9/10 Wonderful! (4,191 reviews)

The room was spotless and great. The staff were amazing

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

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![Hotel Colorado](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1800/1768/643b8015_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Colorado

526 Pine St Glenwood Springs CO

$101 nightly

$116 total

Feb 25 - Feb 26

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Glenwood Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2,143 reviews)

Hotel is an incredible piece of history, room was very nice

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

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![Grand Vista Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14800/14746/7dc2f4eb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Grand Vista Hotel

2790 Crossroads Blvd Grand Junction CO

$53 nightly

$60 total

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Junction. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (3,520 reviews)

My K9 companion of 13 years passed away from cancer during my stay. I cannot thank the staff enough for supporting me during this difficult period of grieving my loss. Everyone was incredibly understanding and sympathetic. I felt welcomed and at home as if I was around family. Again thank you.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

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Cowboy Village Resort

120 S Flat Creek Dr Jackson WY

Book a stay at this ski cabin in Jackson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,730 reviews)

Room was clean and the resort was super cute!

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

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![The Gant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5800/5701/35da803d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The Gant

610 SOUTH WEST END STREET Aspen CO

Book a stay at this boutique condo in Aspen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (978 reviews)

It was very comfortable and convenient

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

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![Legacy Vacation Resorts - Steamboat Hilltop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1151300/1151274/199f2e42_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Legacy Vacation Resorts - Steamboat Hilltop

1000 High Point Drive Steamboat Springs CO

Book a stay at this ski aparthotel in Steamboat Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,327 reviews)

room was very clean

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Steamboat-Springs-Hotels-Legacy-Vacation-Resorts-Steamboat-Hilltop.h1151274.Hotel-Information)

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### Popular places to visit

![Cathedral Group Turnout which includes mountains and landscape views as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919602212/692c589c-945d-4cb0-836a-9f4925f13207.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Grand Teton National Park

Travel next to this long mountain range to see wildlife, observe beautiful scenery and take photos. Explore its peaks, lakes and waterfalls in any season.

[](https://expedia.com/Grand-Teton-National-Park-Wyoming.d6003311.Vacation-Attraction)

![Estes Park featuring a river or creek, hiking or walking and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635695648764/0846630b-510f-4819-b50f-72953fe540a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Rocky Mountain National Park

Experience a sense of natural exhilaration as you breathe the fresh mountain air in this pristine wilderness park high in the sky.

[](https://expedia.com/Rocky-Mountain-National-Park-Colorado.d6130051.Vacation-Attraction)

![Winter Park Ski Resort featuring snow skiing, forests and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071623/d0f0ff10-496e-4ccc-b007-35c21701673b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Winter Park Ski Resort

With seven ski territories, summer sports, spas, diverse restaurants and live music, this is one of Colorado’s most complete mountain resorts.

[](https://expedia.com/Winter-Park-Ski-Resort-Winter-Park.d6071623.Vacation-Attraction)

![Breckenridge Ski Resort showing snow skiing, snow and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071619/f7612d0a-6ec0-4fc6-a95c-ecf334611739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Breckenridge Ski Resort

A ski resort that impresses visitors with five breathtaking peaks, a huge variety of slopes and fantastic modern facilities. Nearby is a charming Victorian-era town.

[](https://expedia.com/Breckenridge-Ski-Resort-Breckenridge.d6071619.Vacation-Attraction)

![Purgatory Ski Area featuring snow, mountains and a luxury hotel or resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6180686/42a1b062-e4f9-4030-8ad0-c8f810a257dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Purgatory Resort

Ski, sled and snowboard in winter and bike, hike and ride on horseback in summer at this resort in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains.

[](https://expedia.com/Purgatory-Resort-Durango.d6180686.Vacation-Attraction)

![Jackson Hole Mountain Resort showing snow, snow skiing and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068373/a9bcb376-cb71-4418-94ee-5ddc7ff23a9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

An experienced skier’s winter playground of gravity-defying chutes and ledges also caters for absolute beginners and those looking for gentler snow-based fun.

[](https://expedia.com/Jackson-Hole-Mountain-Resort-Teton-Village.d6068373.Vacation-Attraction)

- Places of interest

- [Grand Teton National Park ](https://expedia.com/Grand-Teton-National-Park-Wyoming.d6003311.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Yellowstone National Park ](https://expedia.com/Yellowstone-National-Park-Yellowstone-National-Park.d6130056.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Rocky Mountain National Park ](https://expedia.com/Rocky-Mountain-National-Park-Colorado.d6130051.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Winter Park Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Winter-Park-Ski-Resort-Winter-Park.d6071623.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Breckenridge Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Breckenridge-Ski-Resort-Breckenridge.d6071619.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Purgatory Resort ](https://expedia.com/Purgatory-Resort-Durango.d6180686.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Jackson Hole Mountain Resort ](https://expedia.com/Jackson-Hole-Mountain-Resort-Teton-Village.d6068373.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Yellowstone National Park South Entrance ](https://expedia.com/Yellowstone-National-Park-South-Entrance-Yellowstone-National-Park.d553248621593121153.Vacation-Attraction)
- [The Stanley Hotel ](https://expedia.com/The-Stanley-Hotel-Stanley-Heights.d553248635974861783.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Keystone Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Keystone-Ski-Resort-Keystone.d6071621.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Arches National Park ](https://expedia.com/Arches-National-Park-Utah.d6093089.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Vail Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Vail-Ski-Resort-Vail.d6071611.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Steamboat Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Steamboat-Ski-Resort-Steamboat-Springs.d6071597.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Yellowstone National Park East Entrance ](https://expedia.com/Yellowstone-National-Park-East-Entrance-Yellowstone-National-Park.d553248621562854461.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Old Faithful ](https://expedia.com/Old-Faithful-Upper-Geyser-Basin.d6074610.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Copper Mountain Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Copper-Mountain-Ski-Resort-Copper-Mountain.d6071627.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Santa Fe Plaza ](https://expedia.com/Santa-Fe-Plaza-Downtown-Santa-Fe.d6128782.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Great Sand Dunes National Park ](https://expedia.com/Great-Sand-Dunes-National-Park-Colorado.d6089659.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Monarch Casino Black Hawk ](https://expedia.com/Monarch-Casino-Black-Hawk-Black-Hawk.d6089665.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Glenwood Hot Springs ](https://expedia.com/Glenwood-Hot-Springs-Downtown.d6127019.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Main Street ](https://expedia.com/Main-Street-Historic-District.d6291849.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Jackson Town Square ](https://expedia.com/Jackson-Town-Square-Downtown-Jackson.d6068375.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Beaver Creek Ski Area ](https://expedia.com/Beaver-Creek-Ski-Area-Avon.d6056739.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Buttermilk Mountain ](https://expedia.com/Buttermilk-Mountain-Aspen.d6071605.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Wolf Creek Ski Area ](https://expedia.com/Wolf-Creek-Ski-Area-Pagosa-Springs.d6089685.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Aspen Highlands ](https://expedia.com/Aspen-Highlands-Aspen.d6071607.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Aspen Mountain ](https://expedia.com/Aspen-Mountain-Aspen.d6071603.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Loretto Chapel ](https://expedia.com/Loretto-Chapel-Downtown-Santa-Fe.d502844.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Jackson Hole and Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center ](https://expedia.com/Jackson-Hole-And-Greater-Yellowstone-Visitor-Center-Jackson.d6135673.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad ](https://expedia.com/Durango-And-Silverton-Narrow-Gauge-Railroad-Historic-Downtown-Durango.d6129846.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Yellowstone Lake ](https://expedia.com/Yellowstone-Lake-Yellowstone-National-Park.d6074616.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Loveland Ski Area ](https://expedia.com/Loveland-Ski-Area-Silver-Plume.d6089741.Vacation-Attraction)

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