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Sweetwater River Ranch

Escape, Relax, Renew ON the Arkansas River, between Canon City and Salida.

The River runs through our property, with a suspension bridge across. Birds and wildlife galore. Mountain views. Clean, comfortable, friendly, and fun! Small, quiet, peaceful, and relaxing. Not a "camper city." Stay connected with Broadband internet. River fishing and wildlife viewing!

RV full hookups & pull-thrus, 2-room camping cabins, rustic "pioneer" cabins, deluxe cabins, acres of tent camping.

Weekly, group, and special rates and discounts.

Motel rooms, newly decorated with satellite TV, microwave, and mini-fridge.

Groups Welcome: 10,000+ Clients, hundreds of companies, 30 years in the retreat business. We are knowledgeable in coordinating your corporate picnic or retreat, and happy to help with your family reunion.

Camp store: grocery, tackle, food, drink, and necessities.

Wildlife viewing, "Blue-Ribbon" trout river. Nearby: rafting, 4-wheel drive trails, horseback riding, ATVing, and restaurants. Attractions: Royal Gorge, Cripple Creek, and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

Groups: Please call for availability.

At milepost marker 250, 24871 Highway 50 W, Texas Creek, Colorado 81223; 719-276-3842, 888-SWEET-H20 (888-793-3842).

Contact Sweetwater River Ranch directly

Visit our Web site www.sweetwaterriverranch.com

• Lodging Open Dates: 4/15 to 10/15

RATES

• Nightly Lodging Rates On-Season: Range from $50 to $125
• Multi-Night Stay Required: During holidays and special events, please call for details.

ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION

• About Smoking: All non smoking units.
• Cabins/Cottages with Cooking Facilities: 2
• Cabins/Cottages without Cooking Facilities: 6
• Motel/Hotel Rooms without Cooking Facilities: 4
• Microwave and Mini Fridge Only: Most units.
• Adjoining rooms/units: Some units.
• Air Conditioning: Some units.
• Units with King Beds: Some units.
• Units with Queen Beds: Some units.
• Additional Amenities (ask about availability): Coffee Maker.

TECHNOLOGY IN UNITS:

• Units with TV: Some units.
• Type of Reception: Satellite.
• Number of Channels: 50

• Camping Open Dates: 5/1 to 10/1
• Along a Highway: Easy access for quick and convenient RVing along Interstate or State Highways.

RATES

• Tent Camping Rates: $20 a night for two people.
• RV Camping Rates: Range from $35 to $40 a night for two people.
• Weekly RV Camping Rates On-Season: Range from $220.00 to $252.00 for two people.
• Monthly RV Site Rates (Electricity Included) On-Season: $500.00 for two people.

SITE DESCRIPTIONS

• RV Sites: 15
• Tent Sites: 24
• Separate Tenting Area: Yes
• Total Sites: 39
• Full Hookups: 13 sites with water, electric and sewer.
• Long RV Sites 45+ Feet: 2 RV sites are 45 feet or longer.
• Pull-Thru Sites: 15
• RV Sites Wide Enough for Slideout(s) 15
• Separate Group Camping Area: Yes

• Elevation: 6300 feet above sea level.
• Region: South Central
• Location: Away from Town, but close to a community convenience store and restaurant.
• Setting: Mountain views. Waterfront setting along a river, stream or creek. Adjoins public lands. Country feel. Smoke-Free Environment (inside & out).
• Specialty Discounts (call for availability): Groups. Military Personnel.
• OPEN Campfires (individual use): Yes. (If no local fire bans are active.)
• BBQ Grills (individual use): Yes
• Credit Cards: Visa & Mastercard

PET POLICIES:

• Pets in Lodging: Some pets are allowed in private rental units. There may be a fee or a deposit. Make advance arrangements
• Pets at Campground & RV Park: Pets are allowed at campsites for no additional cost. Well-behaved dogs or cats are allowed on a leash outdoors while their owners are on-site.
• Vet Services: 15 minutes drive.

TECHNOLOGY FOR GUESTS TO USE IN A COMMON AREA:

• Phone: Public payphones.
• Fax Machine: Available.
• Internet Cafe: On site.
• PC with Internet Access: Available.

• Groups Welcome:
• Group Meeting Area: Club. Corporate. Reunion. Weddings. Youth group with adult leaders. Retreat.
• Conference Center: Outdoor area.
• Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in Outdoor Open Picnic Area: 1000
• Maximum # of Lodging Guests with a Group: 8
• Maximum # of Camping Sites with a Group: 50
• Separate Group Camping Area: Yes
• Your Host will Provide Wedding Planning Help: Yes
• Your Host will Make Area Activity Reservations: Yes

PRIMARILY YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES

• National Park OR Monument: 30 minutes drive.
• National Forests & BLM Lands: Walking distance.
• State Parks: 5 minutes drive.
• Designated Historic District, Site or Plaza: 30 minutes drive.
• Ghost Town: 20 minutes drive.
• Designated Scenic/Historic Byway: 30 minutes drive to the scenic byway.
• Designated Hiking Trails: 20 minutes drive to trailhead.
• Museum: 30 minutes drive.
• Hot Mineral Springs: 30 minutes drive.
• Golf Course: 30 minutes drive.
• Movie Theater: 30 minutes drive.
• Art Gallery: 10 minutes drive.
• Restaurant(s): 2 minutes drive.
• Internet Cafe: On site.
• Wine Tours OR Tasting: 30 minutes drive.
• Casino Gambling: 90 minutes drive.

PRIMARILY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

• Fishing in River, Stream or Creek: On site.
• Fishing in Lake, Reservoir or Pond: 30 minutes drive.
• Fishing Tackle Sold: On site.
• Fly Shop: On site.
• Whitewater Rafting Office/Pickup point: 2 minutes drive.
• Kayaking Rentals: 30 minutes drive.
• Horseback Trail Rides (Guided): 15 minutes drive.
• Jeep Trails: 2 minute drive. (Off road, back country, 4WD.)
• Jeep Rentals: 2 minutes drive.
• Jeep Tours: 2 minute drive (off road, back country, 4WD, Jeep ¨ or jeeping).
• ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Trails: 2 minute drive.
• ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Rentals: 2 minute drive.
• ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Tours: 2 minute drive.
• Tourist Train Rides: 30 minutes drive.
• Mine Tours: 30 minutes drive.
• Mountain Bike Trails: 2 minutes drive to trailhead.
• Bike Path: 15 minutes drive.
• Bicycle Shop: 30 minutes drive.
• Performing Arts Theatre: 30 minutes drive.
• Amusement Rides: 30 minutes drive.
• Chairlift/Gondola/Tram Rides: 30 minutes drive.

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