A quiet winter wonderland. Powder snow, deep and untouched, ripe for cross country adventures on skis, snowshoes or snowmobiles. The Ouray Ice Park, the world's first Ice Climbing Park has beautiful, frozen waterfalls with the bright colors of the climbers enjoying the growing sport of ice climbing. A photographer's delight!

There is a "kiddie's ski hill" in town with a free tow-line to the top. Or stay here and ski Telluride for a significantly discounted price with no restrictions! With this money-saving package you also get to soak in our million-gallon natural hot springs pool for half price!

• Telluride
  
• Durango Mountain

1. Home of the World-famous Hot Springs.

2. Highway 550 between Ouray and Silverton, named The Million Dollar Highway (part of the San Juan Skyway Scenic Byway) is one of the most scenic and spectacular drives in North America.

Ouray Ice Park & Activities
For more information please call 970.325.4288 or visit www.ourayicepark.com or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Spectacular ice climbing park open to public for ice climbing lessons, demos & climbs. Advanced x-country course, free hiking/snow shoeing trails, extraordinary winter photo opportunities. Located in town on Camp Bird Mine Road.

Children's Ski Hill
3rd Avenue. After school, weekends, and holidays.

Full Moon Cross Country Ski & Soak
970.325.4932

Box Canyon Falls & Park
Located on CR 361 in Ouray. Unique geologic formation creates spectacular waterfalls and canyon environment. Rare birds and plant habitat. Interpretive exhibits, visitor center, hiking, enjoying a picnic. Magnificent views.

Ouray Hot Springs Pool 970.325.7073
Ages 13+: $10, Seniors 65+: $8, Ages 7–12: $8, Ages 3–6: $5, Children 2 & under: free. Sulfer Free & Open Daily, Year Round.

Ironton Park Cross Country Ski Park
9 miles south of town on Hwy 550. Beginner through advanced. Groomed trails. Free.

Telluride Ski Resort
Ski Telluride at a reduced price!! Stay in Ouray, ski Telluride and then soak in the Ouray Hot Springs Pool for 1/2 price.

Silverton Mountain
Colorado's newest ski area is also its highest and most expert, serving up exclusively non-groomed advanced/expert terrain to powderhounds of all ages.

Cascade Falls Park 970.325.7072
Located on Upper Eighth Avenue in Ouray. Pristine natural site in town. Short walk to spectacular waterfalls. Picnicking, hiking magnificent scenery.

Rotary Park Ice Skating Rink 970.325.7073
Enjoy our 90’ by 180’ outdoor, lighted ice rink. One mile north of Ouray Hot Springs Pool on Hwy 550. Free ice-skating & evening scheduled events. Skate rentals at Hot Springs Pool

Following are only a few of the things that will make your Ouray vacation your most memorable!

•Cross-country Skiing
• Backcountry Skiing
• San Juan Hut System & World Class Guide Services
• Ski Telluride at Discount Prices
• Ice Climbing
• Snow Shoeing
• Ice Skating
• Sleigh Rides, Sledding
• Snowmobiling
• Children’s Ski Hill
• Fitness Center
• Natural Hot Springs Pool
• Fishing
• Conferences and Meetings
• Shopping and more...

Yule Night
December 2008 970.325.4746

Ouray for Santa
December 2008
Nostalgic Christmas celebrations throughout December including Yule Night, Live Nativity Scene, Caroling, and Parade. Please call the chamber for specific information.

Full Moon Cross Country Skiing
Monthly at the full moon, weather and snow conditions permitting. Meet at Ouray Community Center at 6:30 p.m. For more details call 970.325.4125.

Mountaineering Lecture Series (all winter) & Ouray Ice Festival
January 2009 Mountaineering is an integral part of the mining legacy of the southwest. During winter months, a lecture series with such topics as Miners as Mountaineers, Avalanche History along the Million Dollar Highway, and Famous Mountaineers of the San Juans takes place in conjunction with the Ouray Ice Festival where world class athletes demonstrate their climbing prowess as they compete against one another.

For more details call 970.325.4288. Please visit our website at ouraycolorado.com/cvp for a complete and updated listing of events and dates.