Is there anything better than a small and charming mountain town? Actually, there is a small and charming mountain town that is easy to navigate and chock-full of things to see and do! To find this gem of a town, we recommend checking out the walkable Carbondale, Colorado. This small place will make its way to the very top of your bucket list in no time!

Located just south of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, Colorado is billed as the "Ultimate Rocky Mountain Hideout" for a great reason!
Carbondale, Colorado Chamber of Commerce
WIth views from downtown of the beautiful Rock Mountains, this small town has lots of big charm.
Home to nearly 6,500 residents, Carbondale, Colorado - unlike other mountain towns of its time - was initially settled as an agricultural hub, later turning to coal mining and, now, tourism.
Carbondale, Colorado Chamber of Commerce
And tourism looks good on it! With all of its fun shops and attractions close to each other, it's easy to get around.
When you visit Carbondale today, you will never run out of things to see and do, beginning with the shops and restaurants around the historic downtown, galleries, museums, and even parks all within walking distance.
Carbondale, Colorado Chamber of Commerce
Just plan on spending the day downtown and soaking in all of the fun.

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Depending on when you visit, you may take in one of Carbondale's many events and festivals, including the First Friday gallery and art walk, farmers' markets, Wild West Rodeo Series, and so much more.
Carbondale CO Tourism Facebook
We think this is one of the most fun things to do in Carbondale, Colorado.
Need we mention that Carbondale is also home to an incredible, easy-to-navigate Creative Corridor?
Carbondale, Colorado Chamber of Commerce
If you enjoy the arts, we highly recommend this thing to do in Carbondale. It's absolutely fascinating!
While it may not be within walking distance, Carbondale and the surrounding area also boast some of the best outdoor recreation (a la hiking and biking, rating and boating, and skiing) in the state!
Carbondale CO Tourism Facebook
It's hard to live in Colorado and not absolutely love the unique outdoors that surround you.
To learn more about the small and charming town of Carbondale, please visit the Chamber of Commerce's website.
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We think you'll find that that charming small town is one of the most walkable towns in Colorado!

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Megan McDonald | September 23, 2022

What is Carbondale, Colorado known for?

This small town outside of the Rocky Mountains is known for its small-town feel and proximity to excellent outdoor activities. Adrenaline junkies love to base their Colorado explorations from Carbondale, as Aspen is just a quick drive away for epic skiing. But the fun doesn’t stop when the winter season ends — bikers, trail runners, extreme skiers, and whitewater paddlers will all rejoice when the warm weather arrives and more fun things become available to do outside.

Is Carbondale, Colorado a good place to live?

We think so! Carbondale is an excellent location in the state of Colorado, as you are only a two-hour drive from Denver. The town may be small at 6,658 people,  but there’s a thriving downtown community in their historic district, and the restaurants and arts community is highly regarded in the state. As Aspen becomes more saturated, more and more people are becoming interested in the feisty and fun community of Carbondale.

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