28 Audio Stories 
 
LENGTH: 1.2 miles, 90 minute walk on average
STARTING LOCATION: On the F Street Bridge near the parking lot
ENDING LOCATION: Riverside Park
 
For the best experience, we recommend purchasing one ticket per person and using headphones. Sharing a single phone between multiple listeners can lead to a poor experience, as outside noise and traffic can interfere with the audio. Each person with their own ticket and headphones will enjoy a clearer, more immersive tour.
 
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Explore Salida’s Wild West Legacy: An Adventure Into the Past!
 
Step back into the rugged days of the Wild West with a self-paced audio tour. This immersive tour brings the town’s thrilling past to life, revealing 28 captivating stories from 1880-1900 as you stroll the historic streets of Salida, Colorado’s largest National Historic District.
 
From the rowdy saloons that once filled F Street to tales of shootouts and infamous outlaws, you’ll experience Salida’s vibrant history like never before. With automatically triggered audio and easy directions, you won’t miss a beat as you uncover the legendary figures, fires, and fortunes that shaped this town.
 
Featured Stops on the Tour:
F Street Bridge – Discover the town’s humble beginnings and how the railroad transformed Salida.
Riverside Park – Once the town dump, this site evolved into a lively community gathering spot.
Webb & Corbin Grocery – Stand before Salida’s oldest commercial building, a fire survivor and symbol of resilience.
The Palace Hotel – Witness the town’s crowning jewel, now vacation rentals but brimming with history.
Knights of Pythias Hall – Learn about the fraternal organization that brought unity to post-Civil War Salida.
 
Perfect for history buffs, adventurers, or curious travelers, this tour lets you uncover Salida’s unique past at your own pace. Featuring vivid storytelling, sound effects, and expert insights, it’s an unforgettable way to see Salida. 
 
With vivid storytelling, a soundtrack, custom effects and insider tips, you’ll see Salida in a whole new light.
 
Best time of day
The buildings and downtown are best explored in the daylight hours. Mornings and late afternoon are the least traveled times. Wear comfortable shoes!
 
Precautions
This is a tourist town and traffic doesn't always stop. Use caution when crossing streets.
You're at 7,000 feet elevation, so make sure to go at a pace that feels comfortable and pack water.
This tour is completely outdoors, so dress for the weather.
 
Handicap Accessibility: All sidewalks on this route have sidewalks that are wheelchair accesible. There are no stairs on the tour.