Ouray, Colorado’s High County
When the air tempter goes up in the west, vacationers head up to the high country to cool down. The town of Silverton Colorado is a well-known favorite of many. Do not by pass going on to Ouray, just 25 miles up the Million Dollar highway from Silverton also know as highway 550. Ouray, named after the Ute Indian Chief, is a fun town everyone old and young will enjoy. Although known as the American Alps, and a winter wonderland. I found much more to acquaint myself with than just the beautiful mountain scenery during the non-winter months.
Autumn would be the perfect time to enjoy the short trip to Box Canyon Park, just a few blocks from the edge of town. Cool for walking the ½ mile roundtrip on the high bridge trail, this puts you above the falls, and offers a great panoramic view. The climb may be too steep for some with respiratory problem. The shorter trail down to the powerful waterfalls is a must do, until you get to the end of the trail, the power of the waterfall cannot not be appreciated.
Another not to miss subject in Ouray is the Museum. Dubbed “Best Little Museum in the West†There is something of interest for all ages in that amazingly well put together little showplace that used to be the town hospital. The most realistic, almost shocking hospital surgery room is found here, along with a dentist office featuring the outdated and painful looking dentist tools of the time. There are three floors filled with nostalgia, the cellar is a replica of a mineshaft.
Strolling the hilly streets is a favorite pastime of tourist. Shopping in the boutique type art stores, and watching the artisans perform their craft is another. Along the sidewalk are many benches useful for sitting to eat your ice cream cone, as many do.
Approximately 10 minutes drive from Ouray you will find the Bachelor-Syracuse Mine Tour. Privately owned and operated you will experience a unique ride on an original ore train 3,350 feet into the original silver and gold mine. Your guide is normally an ex-miner who formerly worked in this mine. While there you can enjoy an outdoors breakfast or lunch.
Area streams are rich in Placer Gold. Gold panning instructions are offered and you may keep what you pan. Another plus the mine sits above the city of Ouray and the view is beautiful and opposite of the view from Box Canyon.
Last but not least is Ouray’s Hot Springs and Fitness Center. Open all year, cost for adults $8.00 seniors 65+ $6.00 Child 6 and under $3.00. Huge natural hot springs pools for all to enjoy.
Restaurants and motels are plentiful in Ouray, so are visitors so I recommend making hotel reservations ahead. The Best Western Twin Peaks, 970- 325-4477 is in walking distance to everything. For campers Ouray KOA is close in 970-325-4736. All the campgrounds are seasonal May through September.
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