News from Monarch Mountain Lodge

A New Moon Holistic Fair - August 14, 9am - 5pm

2010-07-30T14:54:00.005-06:00

Don't miss the Holistic Fair - enjoy the day with the following activities:

Local musicians perform 9:30am - 11:00am
Jerry Arellano & Jimmy Trujillo

Mentalist "The Magic Dude" 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Performing magic tricks

Vendors from Tarot Card Readers to arts & crafts!
Location will be outside on the tennis courts at Monarch Mountain Lodge.

Ghost Hunting Workshop & Ghost Tours, Friday August 13!

2010-07-29T14:46:00.010-06:00

Canon Ghost Trackers are back!
Go on a real paranormal investigation Friday August 13!

Workshop - 7pm, $10 per person
Ghost Tours - 9pm till up to 3am (depends on the demand), $15 per person
Workshop & Ghost Tour - $20

Special Room rate at $69! Call to today to make your reservations at 800-332-3668.

Hill Climb Race July 17 & 18!

2010-07-01T05:00:00.002-06:00

Enjoy the wild Hill Climb Race up Taylor Mountain in Monarch on July 17 & 18!
You name it, they race it: cars, jeeps, trucks, ATV's...
Room rates are $79!
Call 800-332-3668 to make your reservation!

Colorado Hot Deals!

2010-06-18T14:20:00.006-06:00

Colorado Hot Deals are here in Monarch, Colorado!
Enjoy our 6-Day All-Inclusive Family Adventure for only $1325 for a family of 4! (+ 6.8% tax)

Sunday arrival to Friday departure, now till August 8!
This incredible HOT DEAL includes 5 nights' lodging, 5 continental breakfasts, 5 dinners, half day raft trip on the Arkansas River, one-hour horseback ride, jeep tour following the Garfield Mining Historic District with rock hounding, and a tram ride to the top of the Continental Divide!

Make your reservations today by calling 800-332-3668. Visit our website for full details at www.monarchmountainlodge.com

5-Night Summer Special at $195!

2010-06-18T14:32:00.007-06:00

5-Night Summer Special at $195!
Sunday arrival to Friday departure.
Book now by calling 800-332-3668.
Visit our website for full details at www.monarchmountainlodge.com.

Orphan Boy Rock Band at Monarch Mountain Lodge!

2010-05-17T19:49:00.003-06:00

JUNE 4 & 5, 2010
featuring
Orphan Boy, Reckless, Dogman, Groove Farmers, & Lazy Aliens!

Friday night 7pm to 11pm, features:
Lazy Aliens
The Lazy Alien Blues Band is an eight piece, Rhythm & Blues,
Blues Revue orginating from the sleepy little mountain town of Salida, CO.

Saturday 12 noon till 11pm, features:

Dogman at 12 noon - 2pm
Rock and Roll Band, 3 piece band, Salida, CO.
Rock and Roll Colorado Style, Docgman rocks! The Rocky Mountain Regions finest!

Groove Farmers at 2:30pm till 4:30pm

Reckless from 5:30pm till 7:30pm
From Blues to Rock'n Roll. Monument, CO

Orphan Boy from 8pm till 11pm
The Orphan Boy Rock Band plays classic rock - covers with a passion
for "Rock 'n Roll, the way you liked it in the first place." Denver, CO

ROOM & FESTIVAL $69 PER NIGHT BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY.

Reserve your room now at 800-332-3668!

Reckless Jan 30, 2010, Live Music

2009-11-25T06:00:00.003-07:00

January 30 "Reckless" returns to Monarch Mountain Lodge!
Enjoy live music by "Reckless" January 30 from 8pm till midnight from blues to rock & roll!

Special Package with Room/Band/Lift Tickets/ Skis or Boards:
Single $120
Double $178
3 People $236
4 People $292

Special Rate with Room & Band Only:
Single $70
Double $78
3 People $86
4 People $92

Band Only: $8 per person

10% Off Food Saturday Night!

Call 800-332-3668 or 719-539-2581 to make your reservations.

Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner at Monarch Mountain Lodge

2009-11-18T16:52:00.002-07:00

Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner at Monarch Mountain Lodge
Thursday, November 26, 11am till 8pm.

Enjoy music by Brian Rill from 2pm until 7pm!

Thanksgiving Buffet Menu:
Turkey, dressing, potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes, cranberry, salad bar & pumpkin pie!

$12.95 for adults
$6.95 for kids 6 & under

Call 539-2581 to make a reservation.
Walk-ins are welcome!

Halloween Party October 31 at Monarch Mountain Lodge!

2009-09-09T12:07:00.003-06:00

Halloween Party October 31 at Monarch Mountain Lodge with "Reckless"!

Come and enjoy Halloween at Monarch Mountain Lodge with entertainment by "Reckless"!

All inclusive evening with 1 night lodging, taco bar & live entertainment by "Reckless":
Single: $60
Double: $78

Taco Bar & live entertainment: $18 per per person!

Call now to make your reservations at 800-332-3668 or 719-539-2581.

Labor Day Weekend Getaway!

2009-09-03T06:00:00.001-06:00

Need idea's for last minute plans for your Labor Day Weekend?

Think about something new & try the Monarch Mountain Lodge's "Stay & Jeep Tour" package at $104.50 per person, double occupancy! Includes 1 night lodging & a two-hour High Country Mine Madness jeep tour.

Located off Monarch Pass, this trip has every thing you could want in a jeep tour: views, history, and excitement. We follow the trail of prospectors in the Garfield Mining District tht found abundant gold, silver, iron, marble and quartz. Bring your camera for the ancient Bristle Comb Pines and abundant wildlife of the area.

Visit our website for full details at www.monarchmountainlodge.com or call 800-332-3668.
Subject to 6.8% tax.

Calling All Artists & Patrons!

2009-08-27T06:33:00.004-06:00

What a wonderful way to enjoy the Fall Colors by participating with the 2nd Annual Colorado Mountain Plein Air Festival September 17 - 27, 2009. (Last year 55 artists participated!)

Artists will be painting in Monarch on September 20. The paintings will be judged at the Monarch Mountain Lodge that after noon with prizes to be given to the top 3 paintings!

Monarch Mountain Lodge is offering a FALL SPECIAL 5 NIGHTS FOR $195! (With this great savings, you might be able to purchase your favorite painting!) Subject to 6.8% tax.

Come support the artists by purchasing your favorite original artwork of Monarch, Buena Vista, & Salida area!

Ways you can participate:
1. If you are an artist, sign up for the festival & paint!
2. If you appreciate art, purchase art directly from the artists on the paintout days:
Sept 19 - Salida Farmer's Market
Sept 20 - Monarch Mountain Lodge
Sept 22 - Collegiate Peaks Overlook/Buena Vista
Sept 24 - Rock Run Gallery in Buena Vista
Sept 26 & 27 - Quickdraw at Riverside Park in Salida

3. Attend the scheduled events:
Sept 23 - Preview Party of Festival work at Virtuosity Gallery, Salida, 6pm
Sept 25 - Purchase Patron's Preview 5-6pm at Virtuosity Gallery, Salida. Open to public 6pm - 8pm.

4. Sign up to be a Purchase Patron at the 2nd Annual Colorado Mountain Plein Air Festival on Sept 25, 5pm - 6pm. Call Fred Hubicki to sign up at 719-530-9175 or Josh Been at 719-221-8964.
- Purchase Patrons pledge to purchase at least one show piece of artwork (average price $300)
- Enjoy yourself and the incredible values available at the Festival.
- Spread the word and bring your friends!

HUNTERS WELCOME!

2009-08-20T14:14:00.005-06:00

Hunters special at $195 for 5 nights at the Monarch Mountain Lodge!

Hunting season is just around the corner so reserve your room at Monarch Mountain Lodge and save big! The lodge has a relaxed atmosphere & offers everything you will need: Restaurant/Lounge, pool, hot tub, washers & dryers, WI-FI & more!

Units near Monarch Mountain Lodge: 56, 561, 57, 86, 681, & 551.
For more information on hunting in Chaffee County, call Salida Svc Ctr: 719-530-5520.

Make your reservation today by calling 800-332-3668 or visit our website at www.monarchmountianlodge.com
Subject to 6.8% tax.

Enjoy an Art - Filled Weekend at Salida Art Walk June 26 - 28, 2009!

2009-06-05T06:33:00.003-06:00

17th Annual Salida Art Walk - June 26-28, 2009!

Salida Art Walk is an annual arts celebration in Colorado's largest historic district — downtown Salida, Colorado. Stroll Historic Downtown Salida streets, enjoying the sights and sounds of the visual and performing art showcased in over 40 galleries, restaurants & shops.

Enjoy an art-filled weekend with nationally known artists, sculptors, & jewelers. An ever-growing field of stimulating art and artists are available to the art enthusiast. Come and discover for yourself why Salida has been named one of the "100 Best Small Art Towns in America" by John Villani.

Enjoy your stay up at Monarch Mountain Lodge, surrounded by the San Isabel National Forest,
for only $69 Sunday - Thursday & $79 Friday & Saturday nights!

Friday.... Gallery Previews 5-9 pm
Saturday.... Galleries open 10am-9pm
Sunday.... Galleries open 10am-4 pm

Monarch Pass Trading Post

2009-06-08T10:43:00.003-06:00

Monarch Pass Trading Post located at the Monarch Mountain Lodge is open Tuesday - Saturday 9am till 7pm.

Looking for that perfect gift? Stop by the Monarch Pass Trading Post & find gifts for everyone on your list from souvenirs, jewelry, local artist works, metal wall art & lamps, and much more!

For more information call the gift shop at 719-539-2581 x 1106.

Colorado Summer Fun is Here! Kicking off the summer fun with FIBArk June 18-21, 2009

2009-05-29T18:12:00.004-06:00

Kicking off the Summer Fun with FIBArk - First In Boating on the Arkansas! June 18 - 21, 2009.

America's Oldest and Boldest Whitewater Festival
Like a lot of good ideas, Salida's New Belgium FIBArk Whitewater Festival
evolved over a cup of coffee (or glass of beer). Now in the 61st year,
FIBArk continues to draw international competitors and 1000's of visitors
to Salida every year. This festival is about History, Great Beer, Wild Boats,
Free Music and Mountain Folk. This four day festival welcomes all generations
to a great time and positive vibe. Competitions in every aspect of boating is
the history of this festival but a parade, a hill climb, a skate completion,
a Hooligan race, a pancake breakfast, a carnival and so much more have made FIBArk
what it is today.

So come one, come all, to the most fun you may ever have on father's day weekend & save big on lodging at the Monarch Mountain Lodge for only $69 Sun - Thursday & $79 on Friday & Saturday nights! Call 800-332-3668 for reservations or visit our website at www.monarchmountainlodge.com.

For larger families that prefers a condo, contact Ski Town Condos for $150 per night! 866-539-7380. Each condo offers 2 bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, log beds, down comforters & a hot tub outside in the gazebo.

Visit the Monarch Mountain Lodge Booth at the Sportsman Expo!

2009-05-01T07:00:00.000-06:00

Come visit the Monarch Mountain Lodge at the Colorado Springs Western Sportsman's Expo May 15 - 17, 2009.

Monarch Mountain Lodge will offer a "Special Lodging Rate" only good at the expo - come check it out. Also, sign up for our drawing for 2: Includes 1 night lodging & a half-day Browns Canyon Raft Trip for 2! $166 value!

Address:

Phil Long Expo Center

1515 Auto Mall Loop

Colorado Springs, CO

Hope to see you at the expo!

2009 Ride the Rockies in Salida!

2009-03-12T07:00:00.002-06:00

Ride the Rockies will once more be traveling through Salida on June 16, 2009 - WELCOME BACK!

I hear most of the rooms are already booked in town.
Save a bit of money & stay at Monarch Mountain Lodge for $69 + 6.8% tax.

You will be starting your ride at Gunnison, after 47 miles you will be passing the Lodge with 18 miles to go to end your day in Salida. If you want to end your day early, early check-in is available.

Enjoy the hot tub, pool, & sauna at the end of your ride & have dinner with us at Cliffhangers Restaurant & Lounge at the Lodge.

Information about shuttles running between Salida & Monarch Mountain Lodge, $10pp each way:
1pm Monarch Mountain Lodge to Salida
3pm Salida to Monarch Mountian Lodge
3:20pm Monarch Mountain Lodge to Salida
7pm Salida to Monarch Mountain Lodge
(Other shuttle times can be arranged directly with Bob at 719-539-6089)

Contact us at 800-332-3668 or visit our website to make your reservation.

Spring Fling at Monarch Mountain Lodge for $74.95 per couple, May 2, 2009!

2009-04-14T13:36:00.009-06:00

SPRING FLING AT MONARCH MOUNTAIN LODGE @ $74.95 per couple, MAY 2, 2009!

Come & enjoy a "Spring Fling" evening, May 2, 2009, for only $74.95 per couple!
Includes 1 night lodging, dinner for 2, & live entertainment provided by
Bruce Hayes' R&B AllstarsFeaturing: Ernie Hatfield, Arnie J Green, Bones

* Dinner is 5 - 8pm at the Cliffhangers Restaurant

* Band & Dancing 9pm - 1am in the Taylor Room

Price:
Band only $8 per person;
Dinner & Band $35.99 per couple or $19.99 single;
Room, Dinner, & Band $74.95 per couple or $54.95 single
RSVP at 800-332-3668 or 719-539-2581

Spring Summer Fall Special: 5 Nights for $195!

2009-04-10T07:00:00.001-06:00

Monarch Mountain Lodge offers another incredible deal at $195 for 5 nights!

Spring, Summer, and Fall for only $195 + 6.8% tax for 5 nights with a Sunday arrival & a Friday departure!

Offer good April 12 - November 20, 2009. Few restrictions apply: no housekeeping, Sunday arrival, Friday departure.

Call us to make your reservations at 800-332-3668 or book online at http://www.monarchmountainlodge.com/.

Thank you & enjoy this incredible deal!

$1095 6-Day Family Adventure for a Family of Four!

2009-03-30T07:00:00.004-06:00

Planning your family Summer Vacation - check out this incredible package filled with Colorado Outdoor Adventure for only $1095!

6-DAY FAMILY ADVENTURE - NEW & IMPROVED - FOR $1095!

$1095 FOR A FAMILY OF 4 AT MONARCH MOUNTAIN LODGE!

Memorial Day through Labor Day 4 PM Sunday Arrival & 10 AM Friday Departure
Includes 5 nights lodging, 5 continental breakfasts, & the following activities for your family of 4:Half-day River Rafting, Hikes, Fishing, Hot Springs pass with a 300-foot long water slide, Boat Tour through the upper Black Canyon, Horse Ride, Jeep tour following the Garfield Mining Historic District with rock hounding, and a Tram Ride to the top of the Continental Divide!

Of course, an incredible deal like this can’t be without a few restrictions. We think you will find them to be no bother at all. Daily house keeping is not included. Towels may be exchanged at the front desk.

* Subject to 6.8% tax.

Call us at 800-332-3668 or visit our website at http://www.monarchmountainlodge.com/

Monarch Spring Skiing at its Best!

2009-03-23T07:00:00.000-06:00

$69 Spring Skiing Special at Monarch Mountain Lodge!
Stay for only $69 per room now till April 12, 2009. ($30 savings!)

Enjoy the Spring Savings even more by asking us how to get "2 for 1" ski vouchers for Monarch Mountain ski area. ($54 for 2 lift tickets!

Call us today at 800-332-3668.

Visit the Monarch Mountain Lodge booth at the Bridal Show March 15, 2009

2009-03-13T13:27:00.004-06:00

Come visit the Monarch Mountain Lodge booth at the Heart of the Rockies Bridal Show Sunday March 15, 2009. The show is at the Salida SteamPlant Theater and Event Center 11am - 4pm, free admission.

Address:
Salida Steam Plant Theater and Event Center
220 West Sacket St.
Salida, CO 81201
719-530-0933

Look forward to seeing you at the show!
Lela, Group Sales
Monarch Mountain Lodge

6-Day Family Adventure Package @ $1095!

2009-03-09T07:00:00.002-06:00

This is our 3rd summer for Monarch Mountain Lodges' 6-Day Family Adventure Package.
Listening to our guests, we have made changes you won't want to miss at the same great price!

6-DAY FAMILY ADVENTURE - NEW & IMPROVED - FOR THE SAME GREAT PRICE OF $1095!

$1095 FOR A FAMILY OF 4 AT MONARCH MOUNTAIN LODGE!

Memorial Day through Labor Day 4 PM Sunday Arrival & 10 AM Friday Departure
Includes 5 nights lodging, 5 continental breakfasts, & the following activities for your family of 4:
Half-day River Rafting, Hikes, Fishing, Hot Springs pass with a 300-foot long water slide, Boat Tour through the upper Black Canyon, Horse Ride, Jeep tour following the Garfield Mining Historic District with rock hounding, and a Tram Ride to the top of the Continental Divide!
Of course, an incredible deal like this can’t be without a few restrictions. We think you will find them to be no bother at all. Daily house keeping is not included. Towels may be exchanged at the front desk. Subject to 6.8% tax.

Check out all of our summer packages on our website under "Specials & Packages".

Thanks & let us know when you can check-in at 800-332-3668!

First Blog Special from Monarch Mountain Lodge

2009-03-05T10:47:00.003-07:00

Monarch Mountain Lodge is offering $69 room rates between March 23 - April 12, 2009 (a $30 savings!).

Enjoy the deep savings even more by asking how to get "2 for 1" ski vouchers for $54!

Contact us at 800-332-3668, or visit our website!

Drink Specials at Monarch Mountain Lodge

2009-02-16T15:31:00.003-07:00

After a full day of skiing at Monarch Mountain, plan your Apres Ski back at Monarch Mountain Lodge!

Cliffhanger's Restaurant & Lounge offers Happy Hour daily from 4pm - 7pm
enjoy our $3 drink specials!

Grab a quick shower or soak in the hot tub after a fun day on the mountain, and then relax right here with one of our happy hour drink specials before a great dinner here at Cliffhanger's Restaurant.

No need to drive anywhere, you are home at the Lodge!