Glenwood Springs, Colorado
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In the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, between Vail and Aspen, lies Glenwood Springs, “The Most Fun Town in America.” With its distinctive geological attractions, stunning vistas, natural and manmade wonders, it’s no wonder Glenwood Springs tops the itineraries of meeting planners and groups from around the world.
Top 5 reasons to book your event in Glenwood Springs, Colorado
1. Some like it hot! Thermal hot springs have drawn groups to Glenwood Springs for hundreds of years. Established in 1888, Glenwood Hot Springs is the largest mineral hot springs pool in the world. Next door, Yampah Spa and Vapor Caves are a naturally occurring underground mineral and steam baths. Opened in 2015, Iron Mountain Hot Springs features 16 soaking pools along the Colorado River.
2. Easy access. Glenwood Springs is conveniently located on I-70 between Vail (60 miles west) and Aspen (40 miles north.) Two airports serve the Glenwood Springs area, including Eagle County Regional Airport and Aspen-Pitkin County Airport, making it easy to connect from larger, international airports.
3. Wonders never cease. Glenwood Springs is known for its geological wonders and natural beauty. Magnificent attractions include Glenwood Canyon, Hanging Lake and two rivers. Rest areas along the breathtaking 16-mile route to Glenwood Springs via I-70 offer access to hiking, biking, rafting, and picnicking for visitors' recreation and enjoyment.
4. At the edge of adventure. Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park features the “The Cliffhanger,” the highest-elevation roller coaster in the country, plus the Giant Canyon Swing and Soaring Eagle Zip Ride for the adventurous. In addition, visitors can tour the historic fairy caves, where they’ll be enchanted by majestic stalagmites, stalactites and unusual crystalline formations. Groups are welcome and parties of 20 or more receive discounts on the tram, cave tours, and attractions.
5. “The Most Fun Town” in America. Once you’ve been to Glenwood Springs, you won’t be surprised to learn that Rand McNally and USA Today named it the Most Fun Town in America! There are endless possibilities available for visitors, including outdoor activities like whitewater rafting, biking, hiking, zip lining, para-gliding, horseback riding, golf, fishing, skiing and snowmobiling. In fact, there’s so much to do, you may never want to leave.
Discover Glenwood Springs for your next meeting or event. Go to www.visitglenwood.com for more information.
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