Introducing Ouray
No matter how many times you visit, Ouray’s views slam you in the face every time. Sandwiched between imposing peaks, tiny Ouray just might be that little bit of paradise John Denver waxes lyrical about in ‘Rocky Mountain High.’ Here the mountains don’t just tower over you, they actually embrace you – the peaks leave barely quarter of a mile of valley floor in town!
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The visitor center (970-325-4746; www.ouraycolorado.com; 1220 Main St; 9am-5pm) is at the hot-springs pool.
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
Thorn Tree forum discussion
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RE: can I do it in 1 day from Durango to Aspen (Fall color)?
by FlagStuff 30 August 2011
Agreed, take the 550 through Ouray, more direct AND more scenic. Win-win.
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RE: can I do it in 1 day from Durango to Aspen (Fall color)?
by ref_traveller 30 August 2011
I second the overnight in Crested Butte. It's a cool town. You could also take a quick stop at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park,…
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RE: Touring small town USA (& Canada)
by ref_traveller 10 August 2011
Colorado has some beautiful old mining towns in the mountains. They can be quite touristy or resort-ish but are still quaint and pretty:…
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