Our main campus sits on US-50 west of Cañon City, at mile marker 269. Which address you want depends on the time of year, so check the season before you set the map.
Where to find us
- April 15 to October 15: the main campus at 45045 W US Hwy 50, Cañon City, CO 81212, with all activities, dining, and lodging.
- October to March: the downtown office at 302 Royal Gorge Blvd, Cañon City, CO 81212, for planning, gift certificates, and questions.
Drive times
- From Denver: about 115 miles, around 2 hours. Take I-25 South toward Colorado Springs, then US-50 West toward Cañon City, and continue about 50 miles on US-50. The campus is on the right at mile marker 269.
- From Colorado Springs: about 45 miles, around 45 minutes. Take CO-115 South through Florence to Cañon City, then turn right onto US-50 West. The campus is about 8 miles west, on the right.
- From Pueblo: about 40 miles, around 45 minutes. Take US-50 West through Florence and past Cañon City. The campus is on the right at mile marker 269.
- From Salida or Buena Vista: about 60 miles, around an hour. Take US-50 East, following the Arkansas River through the canyon. The campus is on the left at mile marker 269.
Staying nearby
Four vacation homes can sleep a whole group close to the campus: Valley Ranch sleeps 24, River Ranch 20, Parkdale Ranch 14, and Royal Ranch 13. Valley Ranch is within walking distance of the adventure campus, and River Ranch sits directly across from Adventure Beach with direct Arkansas River access.
Every option, including the riverside yurts and Airstreams, is on the lodging page. For a map and more detail, see directions and plan your visit.
