Monarch Vacation Rentals, Hotels, Weather, Map and Attractions

Monarch Mountain ski area is located in south central Colorado, approximately 135 miles southwest of Denver and 115 miles southwest of Colorado Springs. This family-oriented ski area has been in business since 1939 and is called "one of Colorado's best kept secrets." It is open year round and offers a wide range of services, including a ski and snowboarding school with group and private lessons, a children's center and a lodge located three miles east of the ski area. Many consider Monarch much more low-key and relaxing than some of the other bigger resorts in the state. You'll find 670 acres of terrain at Monarch, with trails ranging in difficulty from beginner to expert, and for the more adventurous, guided snowcat tours are available on an additional 900 acres of terrain. Other activities available at Monarch, besides downhill skiing, include snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, ice fishing and snowshoeing. The lifts do not operate in summer, but the lodge is available for private parties, weddings, reunions, etc. The charming town of Salida is just 18 miles from Monarch and offers a variety of lodging options, as well as unique shops and art galleries, and the Salida Hot Springs Pool. There are tons of other activities in the Monarch area, as well, such as hiking, horseback riding, camping, mountain climbing and golf. Mountain biking is exhilarating along the Rainbow Trail and the Monarch Crest Trail, and the fishing opportunities are excellent on the Arkansas River or one of the other many pristine lakes and streams in the area.

Surrounding areas: Salida, Colorado (17.1 mi), San Luis Valley, Colorado (17.1 mi), Buena Vista, Colorado (23.0 mi), Almont, Colorado (29.9 mi), Gunnison, Colorado (33.0 mi), Twin Lakes, Colorado (37.6 mi)

Monarch Vacation Rentals

Monarch Hotels and Resorts


Hotels & Motels
Salida Super 8	525 W Rainbow Blvd	Salida, CO	16.6 mi.	(719) 539-6689
Comfort Inn	315 E Rainbow-us Hwy 50	Salida, CO	17.1 mi.	(719) 539-5000
Econo Lodge	1310 E Hwy 50	Salida, CO	17.1 mi.	(719) 539-2895
Holiday Inn Express	7400 W US Hwy 50	Salida, CO	17.1 mi.	(719) 539-8500
Rainbow Inn	105 E Hwy 50	Salida, CO	17.1 mi.	(719) 539-4444
Woodland Motel And Residence Inn	903 W 1ST	Salida, CO	17.1 mi.	(719) 539-4980
Best Western Vista Inn	733 Hwy 24 N	Buena Vista, CO	23.1 mi.	(719) 395-8009
Super 8 Motel	530 N U S Hwy 24	Buena Vista, CO	23.1 mi.	(719) 395-8888

Monarch Weather & Climate

Central Colorado has a more complex climate than most states in the United States. Even places a few miles apart can experience entirely different weather depending on the topography of the area. The valleys are classified as a semi-arid, continental climate, which becomes a mountain or alpine climate at higher elevations. Humid microclimates may also exist in some places. Abundant sunshine and low humidity is typical in all areas. Summers are mild to warm, and thunderstorms can cause a sudden drop in temperature. Winters are cold and snowy, especially in the higher elevations of the Rocky Mountains. Solar radiation penetrates the thin atmosphere high in the mountains, which results in very pleasant temperatures during the winter. This is why skiers are often pictured in very light clothing, even though they're surrounded by snow.

Month	High Temp	Low Temp	Rainfall	Ocean Temp
January	41°F	11°F	1.38 in.	-
February	45°F	14°F	1.16 in.	-
March	50°F	21°F	1.29 in.	-
April	57°F	27°F	1.24 in.	-
May	67°F	35°F	1.27 in.	-
June	78°F	43°F	0.98 in.	-
July	83°F	48°F	1.52 in.	-
August	80°F	47°F	1.89 in.	-
September	74°F	39°F	1.39 in.	-
October	63°F	28°F	1.07 in.	-
November	49°F	20°F	0.99 in.	-
December	41°F	12°F	1.17 in.	-

Monarch Map & Transportation



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The closest airports in the area are Harriet Alexander Field (0V2) located about 14 miles east of Monarch in Salida, Colorado, the Central Colorado Regional airport (7V1) located approximately 21 miles northeast of Monarch in Buena Vista, Colorado, the Gunnison Crested Butte Regional airport (GUC) located roughly 33 miles west of Monarch in Gunnison, Colorado, the Leach airport (1V8) located around 54 miles south of Monarch in Center, Colorado, Aspen Pitkin County Sardy Field (ASE) located about 55 miles northwest of Monarch in Aspen, Colorado, and finally the Silver West airport (C08) located approximately 62 miles southeast of Monarch in Westcliffe, Colorado.

Monarch Attractions


Amusement and Theme Parks
Santa's Workshop	Cascade	CO	76.5 mi.

Water Parks
Hyland Hills Water World	Federal Heights	CO	114.8 mi.

Golf Courses
Salida Golf Club	Salida	CO	17.6 mi.
Collegiate Peaks Golf Course	Buena Vista	CO	22.9 mi.

Ski Areas
Crested Butte	Crested Butte	CO	42.7 mi.
Ski Cooper	Leadville	CO	49.0 mi.
Aspen	Aspen	CO	52.4 mi.
Aspen Highlands	Aspen	CO	52.4 mi.
Snowmass	Aspen	CO	52.4 mi.
Tiehack	Aspen	CO	52.4 mi.
Breckenridge Ski Resort	Breckenridge	CO	66.7 mi.
Beaver Creek	Vail	CO	76.0 mi.
Vail	Vail	CO	76.0 mi.
Loveland	Georgetown	CO	87.0 mi.
Sunlight Mountain Resort	Glenwood Springs	CO	88.3 mi.
Telluride	Telluride	CO	91.3 mi.
Winter Park	Winter Park	CO	97.9 mi.
Powderhorn Resort	Mesa	CO	107.2 mi.

Zoos and Aquariums
Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Park	Colorado Springs	CO	83.1 mi.
Pueblo Zoo	Pueblo	CO	94.5 mi.
Denver Zoological Gardens	Denver	CO	109.3 mi.

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