There are many other activities in the area to help keep you busy, this year I will have to pass on many of them but I am sure I will make it back in fatter times to try my hand at some of the amazing advenbtures in the area.
White Water Rafting:
Let River Runners take you for an unforgettable outdoor experience on the Arkansas River. Free pick up and drop off from the Buena Vista KOA. Launch from our private beach just 2 miles form the Buena Vista KOA. No hastle just park and Raft.
Whether you're interested in a thrilling whitewater experience or a scenic float down one of the most beautiful stretches of river in Colorado,River Runners pull out all the stops, every time.
Trips come pre-packaged or fully customized. We offer a variety of trip lengths and degrees of difficulty, from two hours to multi-day.
River Runners caters each trip around your specific needs and wants.
Fishing:
Colorado Fly Fishing Guides is a certified and registered Colorado Outfitter with permits for the Arkansas River, parts of the South Platte River, Spinney and Eleven Mile Reservoirs, and other State Wildlife Areas. We are continually researching and adding to our permit areas. Let us guide you for a day of unforgettable beauty and memories in Colorado's great outdoors.
We are located at the Buena Vista KOA Kampground. We chose this location to provide our clients with a beautiful Western setting where they can stay while fishing with us. Reasonably priced cabins or camping sites are available for tents or with full hook-ups for RVs. A full service lodge with showers and washer/dryers are available. The views are stunning with the Sawatch Mountain Range in the background. Fifteen peaks over 14,000 feet are located in the Sawatch Range. Many are visible from the KOA.
We will meet you at the KOA in our fishing lodge and get you fitted with waders and fly rod. If you desire, come a few minutes early and enjoy a great breakfast in the Cook Shack while admiring the scenery.
Horseback Riding:
For the finest in riding, come out and experience the spectacular mountain scenery of the Upper Arkansas Valley and the San Isabel National Forest. We offer the best trails and horses for your riding pleasure. Both novice and advanced rider can enjoy the great outdoors through a variety of riding packages. Let us help you plan or schedule a memorable riding trip at AOK Korral Riding Stable.
Campground Activities:
River Runners (Rafting)
AOK Korral Trail Rides
Colorado Fly Fishing Guides
Recreation Room (Foosball, Billiards, TV)
Volleyball, Basketball, Horseshoes, Tetherball
Playground
Ice Cream Socials, Cookouts
Fabulous Views of Arkansas Valley
Spectacular Sunsets over Collegiate Peaks
Hiking & Biking Trail on Adjacent BLM Property
Area Attractions:
Fishing/Hunting
Hiking/Backpacking
Rock Climbing/Rapelling
4x4 Off Road
Mountain Bike Trails
ATV
Golf
Mt. Princeton Hot Springs
Cottonwood Hot Springs
Salida Hot Springs Pool
Ghost Towns
Historic St. Elmo
Art Galleries
Drive-In Theater
Wildlife Viewing
Trout Hatchery
Rock Hounding
Gold Panning
14,000ft Peaks
Mountain Climbing
Colorado Trail
Continental Divide Trail
Rainbow Trail
Midland Trail (Adjacent to KOA)