- Ouray has become Colorado’s best kept secret for enthusiastic travelers.
- It is a picturesque city full of rugged mountains and sparkling snow.
- The adventure-filled area is known as “the Switzerland of America.”
Say goodbye to influencer-filled Aspen and hello to the quaint town that’s been dubbed “America’s Switzerland” thanks to its stunning views and humble community.
Take a trip to the snow-capped mountains of Aspen, Colorado, and you’ll see that it’s become a favorite spot for celebrities to spend their money.
But as a new town joins the pack, well-heeled skiers are welcomed back to Aspen, while regular travelers have found their own hidden gem, said to be less “snobby” than other popular resorts.
This adventure-filled town, still located in Colorado, is known as Ouray. The picturesque area is filled with expansive cliffs and beautiful waterfalls.
The sparkling snow and translucent ice create a winter wonderland that leaves locals and visitors alike in awe as it offers a chilly escape from the elitist crowds of Aspen.
Say goodbye to influencer-filled Aspen and hello to the quaint town that’s been dubbed “America’s Switzerland” thanks to its stunning views and humble community.
Take a trip to the snow-capped mountains of Aspen, Colorado, and you’ll see that it has become the hottest place for celebrities to spend their money.
In addition to the towering cliffs, Ouray boasts a wealth of colorful buildings, making it the perfect spot for your next photo shoot.
Ouray is located in the heart of the San Juan Mountains and has become a destination known to travelers as the “Switzerland of America.”
It has also been dubbed Colorado’s best kept secret after Aspen achieved viral success when Hollywood heavyweights decided to make it their new destination.
The city is made up of rugged mountains and lies at an altitude of 7,800 metres.
Ouray has also been called the outdoor recreation capital of Colorado and its rich history dates back to 1876, when Ouray was incorporated just two months after Colorado became a state.
Until the 1980s, Ouray was known as a mining town. However, it soon turned to tourism and took advantage of its magnificent views.
And soon, Ouray became known for its offering of winter sports, including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice climbing.
It then became a world-class tourist destination that welcomed a large number of winter enthusiasts.
But as a new town joins the mix, well-heeled skiers are being welcomed back to Aspen as regular travelers have found their own hidden gem that is said to be less “snobby” than other popular resorts.
This adventure-filled town, still located in Colorado, is known as Ouray. The picturesque area is filled with expansive cliffs and beautiful waterfalls.
The sparkling snow and translucent ice create a winter wonderland that amazes locals and visitors alike, offering a chilly escape from the elitist crowds of Aspen.
Since becoming a tourist hotspot, the city has shifted its focus to its gleaming ice monuments.
To attract winter lovers, the city began hosting an Ice Festival, which attracts people to climb the translucent blue ice to reach the top of the snowy mountains.
The Ouray Ice Parks first opened in 1994 when mountaineer Jeff Lowe brought a few hundred people to see the stunning views.
And while Aspen may have influencers and the lucky hat brand Kemo Sabe, Ouray has a wealth of handmade jewelry and other goods that tourists can take home.
Ouray also has many museums that visitors can enjoy while there.