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Box Canyon City Park
Ollie #1 of 15 attractions in Ouray
4.5 of 5 stars 47 reviews
Waterfalls cascade through canyon walls at this park near Ouray.
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  7.5 km from city centre
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Yankee Boy Basin
Ollie #2 of 15 attractions in Ouray
5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Owner description: Surrounded by several mountain peaks (Potosi Peak, Teakettle Mountain, Cirque Mountain, Stony Mountain, and Gilpin Mountain), Yankee Boy Basin is a...... more » Owner description: Surrounded by several mountain peaks (Potosi Peak, Teakettle Mountain, Cirque Mountain, Stony Mountain, and Gilpin Mountain), Yankee Boy Basin is a popular scenic area visited by hikers, photographers, four-wheelers and nature lovers. « less
Attraction type  Geologic Formations; Hiking Trails
Distance  15.3 km from city centre
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Ouray Ice Park
Ollie #3 of 15 attractions in Ouray
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: Located in the Uncompahgre Gorge in Ouray, Colorado, the Ouray Ice Park was opened in 1995 as the world's first park devoted exclusively to the sport...... more » Owner description: Located in the Uncompahgre Gorge in Ouray, Colorado, the Ouray Ice Park was opened in 1995 as the world's first park devoted exclusively to the sport of ice climbing. Climbing in the park is free. A small band of volunteers developed the Park utilizing a unique set of assets found perhaps only in Ouray. Come learn how to Ice Climb in the best Ice Climbing Park in the world! « less
Attraction type  Sports Complexes; Parks
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
Animas Forks
Ollie #4 of 15 attractions in Ouray
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Ghost Towns; Scenic Drives
Perimeter Trail
Ollie #5 of 15 attractions in Ouray
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
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Ouray County Museum
Ollie #6 of 15 attractions in Ouray
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums; Tours; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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Bear Creek National Recreation Trail
Ollie #7 of 15 attractions in Ouray
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: Beginning at an elevation of 7,900 feet and ending at 9,200 feet, this eight-mile, easy-to-moderate trail allows hiking, horseback riding and trail...... more » Owner description: Beginning at an elevation of 7,900 feet and ending at 9,200 feet, this eight-mile, easy-to-moderate trail allows hiking, horseback riding and trail biking as the only forms of transportation. « less
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Ouray Hot Springs Pool
Ollie #8 of 15 attractions in Ouray
4 of 5 stars 40 reviews
Soak in a warm tub heated by the earth: natural hot springs provide rest and relaxation for the weary traveler.
Attraction type  Geologic Formations; Spas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Bachelor-Syracuse Mine Tour
Ollie #9 of 15 attractions in Ouray
3.5 of 5 stars 35 reviews
Owner description: Strike up your Adventure! The Bachelor-Syracuse Mine Tour takes you 1,800 feet horizontally into Gold Hill, rich in gold, silver, and other precious...... more » Owner description: Strike up your Adventure! The Bachelor-Syracuse Mine Tour takes you 1,800 feet horizontally into Gold Hill, rich in gold, silver, and other precious metals. Guests are at all times accompanied by a thoroughly trained guide who has first-hand experience working the mine. The guides are prepared to answer questions and eager to share the legend and lore of the mine. « less
Attraction type  Mines; Scenic Railroads; Tours
Distance  4.2 km from city centre
Ouray Massage Therapy
Ollie #10 of 15 attractions in Ouray
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Spas
Bach'lers Stable
Ollie #11 of 15 attractions in Ouray
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
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Wiesbaden Hot Springs Spa
Ollie #12 of 15 attractions in Ouray
3 of 5 stars 10 reviews
A spa sitting on a natural hot spring that provides visitors with a full range of spa activities or simply the chance to soak.
Attraction type  Hot Springs/ Geysers
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Uncompahgre Gorge
Ollie #13 of 15 attractions in Ouray
2 of 5 stars 1 review
Site of a frozen waterfall and America's first manmade ice-climbing park.
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  15.2 km from city centre
Main Street Auditorium
Ollie #14 of 15 attractions in Ouray
2 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Theatres
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Horsethief Trail
Owner description: Limited to foot and horse traffic, this 12-mile moderate trail starts at an elevation of 9,240 feet and ends at 12,800 feet, and rewards hikers with...... more » Owner description: Limited to foot and horse traffic, this 12-mile moderate trail starts at an elevation of 9,240 feet and ends at 12,800 feet, and rewards hikers with sweeping views of the LaPlata and Rico ranges, Dolores Peaks and Lizard Head. « less
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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