[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1647914783017{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text] History of the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Nestled in the heart of Colorado, the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park stands as a testament to both human ingenuity and the breathtaking beauty of nature.…
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1647914783017{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text] How the Royal Gorge Fire Started In the early part of summer in 2013, the Royal Gorge Region of Southern Colorado saw a wildfire spark that would later scorch through the landscape, threatening and…
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1647914783017{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text]From the Great Pyramid of Giza to Rome’s famous Colosseum, we all know of the iconic Wonders of the World. This list of stunning natural destinations and historic human-built monuments is recognized throughout the globe.…
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1647914783017{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The 150th anniversary celebration of Cañon City has been running all year long, but it really starts to kick into gear this season! Find festivals, concerts, and more in the Royal Gorge Region now until…
1. It only took 7 months to build the Royal Gorge Bridge… A team of about 80 brave men constructed the Royal Gorge Bridge in just seven months! Starting on June 5th, 1929, the men began building what would be…
Spanning the landscape of the Royal Gorge Region are golden valleys, a mountainous skyline, and sheer cliffs found within the Royal Gorge. It is no wonder our local area has been featured in several movies and films of the past…
The fall time is a perfect time to cross off the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park Via Ferrata on your list of “must-do things in Colorado this fall.” The lack of crowds, perfect weather, and fall color displays truly make…
In 1929, the world’s highest suspension bridge was constructed — The Royal Gorge Bridge. Although the Royal Gorge Bridge may no longer hold that title, let’s think about where we were in terms of technology in 1929. In 2020, a…
This year has been a whirlwind! With the closures around Colorado and the United States, we are finally able to welcome all of you wonderful visitors inside our park — just in time for Memorial Day weekend. The Park is…
There are so many fun and interesting facts about the Royal Gorge Bridge. From how it began, to all of its impressive intricacies, here are a few tidbits to remember the next time you’re exploring this Colorado wonder. Construction…
