Salida, Chaffee County, Colorado, USA

Salida is a city on the Arkansas River in central Colorado and the seat of Chaffee County. Founded as a railroad town in 1880, it occupies the Upper Arkansas Valley amid high mountain ranges. The river and nearby peaks make the area a base for boating, hiking and other outdoor recreation. Salida’s historic downtown includes commercial buildings from its rail and mining era. Artist studios and galleries helped establish a creative district that adds another distinctive element to the city’s economy and streetscape.