Sweetwater River Ranch

Sweetwater River Ranch is a peaceful sanctuary far from the fast pace of everyday life. Located on a half-mile of the Arkansas River in the middle of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Sweetwater River Ranch is not a "camper city" full of aluminum, exhaust fumes, and crowds; the ranch is deliberately small, under-developed and uncomplicated. The ranch offers a variety of accommodations. Lodge rooms with satellite TV, microwave and mini-fridge, deluxe cabins with bathrooms and mini-kitchens, 19th Century-style pioneer cabins, camping cabins--perfect for families, RV sites with full-hookups, and lots of tent camping sites--all just steps from the Arkansas River!

The property provides outstanding views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, private access to the Arkansas River, and 31 acres of riparian wildlife refuge with big horn sheep, elk, and mule deer; bald eagles, mountain bluebirds and cliff swallows. Equidistant from Canon City, Salida and Westcliffe, there are unmatched opportunities for recreation, relaxation, and appreciation of nature's beauty. Nearby, guests will find the San Isabel, Rio Grande, and Santa Fe National Forests, as well as intriguing attractions including the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, and the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.