Planning Your Visit
Salida is at 7,050 feet elevation on US-50 in the Upper Arkansas Valley. The town has become a beloved arts and outdoor recreation destination with a vibrant downtown. Combine a fair visit with whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River or a hike in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness.
A Closer Look
The Chaffee County Fair, based in Salida, is a high-altitude agricultural gathering in one of Colorado's most picturesque mountain valleys. Salida sits in the Upper Arkansas River valley surrounded by more 14,000-foot peaks than any other mountain town in Colorado, and the fair is a beloved community event in this outdoor recreation mecca.
Fair Highlights
Livestock competitions, 4-H exhibits, agricultural and home arts competitions, rodeo events, carnival rides, local food vendors, and entertainment. The fairgrounds offer stunning views of the Sawatch Range and Collegiate Peaks.
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