Canon City: A City Rich in Earthly Histories
Cañon City, CO is the county seat and the most populous municipality located in Fremont County, Colorado. This city is situated near the Arkansas River on the eastern side, and is a well-visited tourist destination known for rock climbing, rafting and sightseeing popular activities in the state of Colorado. Cañon City, Colorado is also quite known for its various historical parks, and hiking trails. Fly in for a series of hiking adventures and arrive at SLT-Harriet Alexander Field Airport and avail the many Cañon City, CO hotels and lodges.
Best Time to Visit
Peak season has its warm months are July, August up to September; and June, being the warmest, where high temperatures are typically around 80°F, rarely dropping below 60°F on evenings. Best to spend your vacation with family and loved ones on the aforementioned months to fully enjoy Cañon City, Colorado. Book early on with only the best Cañon City, CO accomodations.
What to Do & Area Attractions
This city offers you a one-of-kind mountain experience. Come and see the world's highest suspension Royal Gorge Bridge which leaves tourists in awe of its history, breathtaking scenery and depth. Add Temple Canyon Park, surrounded by the natural beauty of larger-than-life attractions and thrilling outdoor activities. The park's landscape stretches from semi-arid plains all the way to the east to the eastern mountain meadows and magnificent peaks of the Rocky Mountains. Go visit the Museum of Colorado Prisons, located off of the U.S. Highway 50. Established in 1988, it is one of the best prison museums in America. Good, informative displays such as the gas chamber, and the musem's friendly staff. Get to stay at the Hampton Inn Canon City for a night or two or more, or the comfortable Quality Inn & Suites.