Aerial view of Cañon City, Colorado — gateway to the Royal Gorge

Coming to Cañon City

Everything you need to plan your Royal Gorge getaway

Getting Here

Cañon City, Colorado

Located along the Arkansas River at the gateway to the Royal Gorge

From Denver

~2 hours drive (115 miles) via I-25 S and CO-115 S.

From Colorado Springs

~1 hour drive (45 miles) via CO-115 S.

From Pueblo

~40 minutes drive (40 miles) via US-50 W.

Places To Stay

Recommended
Royal Gorge Lodge

Royal Gorge Lodge

A rustic lodge on the historic Colorado Jeep Tours property. Close to the Royal Gorge Bike & Hike trail, train, bridge and park.

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Quality Inn

Quality Inn

Pet-friendly, full service restaurant/bar, heated pool, hot tub and free full breakfast. Conveniently near retail and dining.

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Holiday Inn Express

Holiday Inn Express

Indoor heated pool, hot-tub, sauna, 24-hour fitness, and a hot buffet breakfast included every morning.

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Best Western

Best Western

Indoor whirlpool and hot breakfast included. Usually gives a discount to RoyalGorge.Info customers upon request.

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Campgrounds & RV Parks

Top Pick
Observer Ranch campground with tents and RVs near the Royal Gorge

Observer Ranch

Secluded mountain camping under dark skies. Perfect for stargazing, with spacious sites and pristine natural surroundings.

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Royal Gorge RV Resort with stunning canyon views

Royal Gorge RV Resort

Full-service RV park with spectacular views, full hookups, Wi-Fi, and convenient access to the bridge.

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More Options

  • Echo Canyon Campground

    Glamping tents and rustic cabins.

  • Arkansas River Rim

    Riverside RV sites and fishing access.

  • Prospector RV Park

    Quiet sites near downtown Cañon City.

Royal Gorge canyon aerial view

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