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Family Vacation Colorado & New Mexico – The Royal Gorge

August 15, 2016 Kim 12 Comments

This area is probably the best vacation for kids. So much to see! Here’s our Family Vacation Colorado & New Mexico – The Royal Gorge.

Family Vacation Colorado & New Mexico - The Royal Gorge

This has been one family vacation to remember. The weather was beautiful, and the view was breathtaking.

Family Vacation Colorado & New Mexico – The Royal Gorge

Brody and I flew to Colorado City, CO and Tracy picked us up. He was already in New Mexico getting his 2nd home ready for when he goes back in September for work. After he picked us up, we drove straight to see the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park. It was quite a difference from when I was there last with my family many years ago…and I mean way different.

I must have been there back in the 70’s, and back then I remember feeding the deer right outside the entrance to the Royal Gorge. That’s just one difference; the other was the price of admissions. I know my dad would not have paid too much for our family of 5 to get in. Be prepared – I believe it cost $25 a person to enter.

Family Vacation Colorado & New Mexico - The Royal Gorge

I had worn a dress on the plane and brought a sweater just in case I needed it. Nope, didn’t need it and it was a hot day…but not as hot as where we live in north Texas. We were so glad to get away from that heat. It was a beautiful day, and we started out riding the tram across the mountain. This is a must do as you can see the whole park from above. No extra cost, but just a long line. I got some great photos from up there. The man standing there directing us inside the tram was telling us which way to go and which way not to go. He cussed too…which surprised me. So, we took his advice and walked DOWN the mountain to the bridge.

Family Vacation Colorado & New Mexico - The Royal Gorge

We had been given a booklet when we bought our tickets about a scavenger hunt that we could do. Thought Brody would like to do it, so before we got on the tram, we made sure to the first and second missing letter. I can’t remember it all, but if you get all the missing letters in this scavenger hunt it spells a word, and you have to guess what the word is and take it up to the front when you’re ready to go they will give your child a ranger badge. It was fun. I recommend it – it’s free. I believe once you pay the price of admittance everything else is free except food and souvenirs.

Family Vacation Colorado & New Mexico – The Royal Gorge

Family Vacation Colorado & New Mexico - The Royal Gorge

Here are a few things you’ll see.

  • The beautiful bridge of course. All 52 state flags are on the bridge. It’s very refreshing to see. Of course, my husband and child posed at ours (above).
  • Aerial Gondolas – which I called it a tram. A must do.
  • Cloudscraper by ZipRidger – kind of like zip lining but not really – you sit in this chair and glide across. Not as scary as a “real” zip line (cost extra).
  • Skycoaster – I don’t remember this, but I’m sure it cost extra too.
  • A beautiful Visitor’s Center
  • Children’s Playground
  • Plaza Theater (summer only)
  • Silver Rock Railway – looks like a small train for kids but was closed when we were there.

Lots of fun stuff to do and see for sure. Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, Canon City, CO – make it your next adventure!!!

Our next stop (Day 2) Crested Butte & Gunnison, CO.  go here >>> Family Vacation Colorado & New Mexico – Crested Butte & Gunnison, CO

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Travel writer and road trip enthusiast of My Traveling Roads, Kim Croisant, is a proud native Texan passionate about seeing the world by car, plane, train, RV -- any way she can. Her travels include many road trips in Texas and beyond. Kim is raising her grandson and takes him and her Yorkie/Shih Tzu mix doggies on as many trips as possible. When she's feeling the love, she lets her darling 83-year-old mother come along as well. But her favorite way to travel is solo. When Kim's not writing, she is hiking through nature and camping in the woods in a cabin full of amenities.

Comments

  1. Beeb says

    August 16, 2016 at 2:49 pm

    Wow, beautiful views!! (Even if the price has gone up since you were last there, haha!) Colorado is on my list of states to visit someday.

    Reply
  2. Blogger says

    August 16, 2016 at 10:02 am

    So happy to hear you had such a wonderful time. I have never journeyed out to that part of the country, but you’ve made me reconsider it!

    Reply
  3. Jess Benoit says

    August 16, 2016 at 9:43 am

    Sounds like a great time! I love the photos, especially the last one.

    Reply
  4. Lisa Jones says

    August 16, 2016 at 8:38 am

    WOW!! This looks like you all had a amazing trip, I would love to take the kids to visit one day so much to see and do!!

    Reply
  5. Ellen Christian says

    August 16, 2016 at 8:01 am

    What great photos! Looks like everyone had a good time!

    Reply

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