A Quiet Winter Getaway
When vacation time falls in the fall or winter months you’ll find wonderful backcountry access from the North Fork Valley. Book a room at the Rocky Mountain Inn in Paonia and bring the entire family to explore the backcountry skiing and snowshoeing available just outside of town or if snowmobiling is your favorite there’s plenty of space to park at the Redwood Arms Motel nearby. You’ll enjoy ice fishing at either Crawford or Paonia Reservoirs, snowshoeing, and Nordic skiing, not to mention the thousands of acres available to hunters every year. You’ll find exceptional deer and elk hunting in the West Elks and outfitters to help you find all the favorite local spots. Bring the whole family or make it a ‘guy’s getaway!
A Musical Escape to Paonia
If classical music, local art and farm fresh food are high on your priority list you might want to reserve a room at the Historic Bross Hotel; if a quiet B&B is what you crave, plan your stay at A Simpler Time Bed & Breakfast or enjoy the friendly atmosphere at The Local Nomad hostel; all are walking distance to Grand Avenue. Check the concert schedule at The Blue Sage Center in Paonia where their classical series provides a sampling of the diversity and richness of music from Germany, Italy, France and more; or join the locals down at Paonia United Brewing Co. or Chrysalis Barrel Aged Beer to sample our locally crafted beer and maybe even enjoy some live music, featuring local & regional talent.
Gather The Girls For A Getaway
There’s nothing like a girls trip and a healthy getaway might be just the thing. The Yoga Tree in Hotchkiss hosts classes and workshops that draw folks from all over. Come for a weekend workshop or stay for a week. There are private sessions or classes daily. From Pilates and Tai Chi to massage therapy and assorted spa services, you’ll find practitioners of all kinds, offering unlimited choices to fill a fun and relaxing visit to the valley.
The Hotchkiss Inn is conveniently located right downtown Hotchkiss and walking distance to The Yoga Tree.
Come evening, be sure to explore the patio at Pat’s Bar & Grill or stop in at 476 Eatery for some Thai food.
The Hotchkiss Inn is conveniently located right downtown Hotchkiss and walking distance to The Yoga Tree.
Come evening, be sure to explore the patio at Pat’s Bar & Grill or stop in at 476 Eatery for some Thai food.
For The History Buffs
Our Valley has a long agricultural and ranching history, as well as a rich history in mining and we’re proud to display that history in our local museums. Take a Saturday afternoon during your next stay and wander through the Hotchkiss/Crawford Historical Museum located in Hotchkiss. You’ll find books on the area and long-time locals available to answer your questions. Paonia, too, has a local museum, complete with an original school room replica and memorabilia from their 66+ year old Cherry Days Festival. You’ll find their museum located next to the Paonia River Park and just North of downtown.