Do you need a weekend away? There is nothing more relaxing and recharging than a change of scenery, and what better place to do that than one of our unique small towns? If you are ready to begin your weekend escape, we recommend checking out one (or all) of these 8 small towns in Colorado that are downright charming:
- Burlington
TripAdvisor/Jen S Nestled away on the Eastern Plains, Burlington is the epitome of Small Town, USA, thanks to its unique attractions and picturesque downtown area! Bonus? This town of 3,457 is home to the historic - and still-working! 1905 Kit Carson Carousel and the exciting Old Town (pictured).
- Creede
Jerry R. DeVault KSUJD/Wikimedia Commons If you want a small town with a big personality, look no further than Creede (population: 312). Recently named one of the Most Charming Towns in America by Esquire, Creede is an Old West community that boasts most of its original architecture, plus shopping and dining, art galleries, museums, and mine tours.
- Palisade
Flickr/Don Graham Welcome to Colorado Wine County via stunning Palisade! Home to just over 2,500 residents, Palisade - AKA the Peach Capital of Colorado - is THE place to be for both local wine and fresh produce, plus a jaw-dropping landscape courtesy of the surrounding plateaus and mountains.
- Mancos
Library of Congress/Wikimedia Commons Located in the southwest corner of Colorado, Mancos is worth visiting just for the locals (1,627 of them, to be exact) and delicious food; however, once people find out it is a mere 6 miles from the entrance of Mesa Verde, it becomes all the more enticing.
- Leadville
United States Department of Transportation/Wikimedia Commons Once a prosperous mining town, Leadville is now considered to be one of the Best Historic Towns in America via USA Today’s 10Best, thanks - in part - to its museums, old homes and businesses, and mining structures. In addition to the history itself, Leadville boasts a population of 2,742, plus live theater, festivals, and other special events.
- Ault
Flickr/Bradley Gordon If you are looking for “A Unique Little Town,” look no further than Ault!! (Get it?) Located in Northern Colorado, Ault - population: 1,947 - is home to a surprising number of things to see and do, including farms and orchards, tons of antiquing, and easy access to some of the area’s best outdoor recreation.
- Manitou Springs
CaroleHenson/Wikimedia Commons It may be relatively bigger than most towns on our list (with a population of 5,283), but Manitou Springs has arguably the best art scene in the state. When you visit, be sure to check out the town’s many murals and galleries, as well as special events and exhibits, street art, and shops.
- Dinosaur
Jeffrey Beall/Wikimedia Commons Never heard of Dinosaur (population: 173)? Truth be told, there aren’t tons of things to see and do - minus a few gas stations and diners - but it is the best place to stop on your way to the can’t-miss Dinosaur National Monument!
For even more of our favorite small towns, check out Here Are The 10 Most Beautiful, Charming Small Towns In Colorado.
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Address: Ault, CO 80610, USAAddress: Leadville, CO 80461, USAAddress: Burlington, CO 80807, USAAddress: Creede, CO 81130, USAAddress: Palisade, CO 81526, USAAddress: Mancos, CO 81328, USAAddress: Manitou Springs, CO 80829, USAAddress: Dinosaur, CO 81610, USA
- Burlington
TripAdvisor/Jen S Nestled away on the Eastern Plains, Burlington is the epitome of Small Town, USA, thanks to its unique attractions and picturesque downtown area! Bonus? This town of 3,457 is home to the historic - and still-working! 1905 Kit Carson Carousel and the exciting Old Town (pictured).
- Creede
Jerry R. DeVault KSUJD/Wikimedia Commons If you want a small town with a big personality, look no further than Creede (population: 312). Recently named one of the Most Charming Towns in America by Esquire, Creede is an Old West community that boasts most of its original architecture, plus shopping and dining, art galleries, museums, and mine tours.
- Palisade
Flickr/Don Graham Welcome to Colorado Wine County via stunning Palisade! Home to just over 2,500 residents, Palisade - AKA the Peach Capital of Colorado - is THE place to be for both local wine and fresh produce, plus a jaw-dropping landscape courtesy of the surrounding plateaus and mountains.
- Mancos
Library of Congress/Wikimedia Commons Located in the southwest corner of Colorado, Mancos is worth visiting just for the locals (1,627 of them, to be exact) and delicious food; however, once people find out it is a mere 6 miles from the entrance of Mesa Verde, it becomes all the more enticing.
- Leadville
United States Department of Transportation/Wikimedia Commons Once a prosperous mining town, Leadville is now considered to be one of the Best Historic Towns in America via USA Today’s 10Best, thanks - in part - to its museums, old homes and businesses, and mining structures. In addition to the history itself, Leadville boasts a population of 2,742, plus live theater, festivals, and other special events.
- Ault
Flickr/Bradley Gordon If you are looking for “A Unique Little Town,” look no further than Ault!! (Get it?) Located in Northern Colorado, Ault - population: 1,947 - is home to a surprising number of things to see and do, including farms and orchards, tons of antiquing, and easy access to some of the area’s best outdoor recreation.
- Manitou Springs
CaroleHenson/Wikimedia Commons It may be relatively bigger than most towns on our list (with a population of 5,283), but Manitou Springs has arguably the best art scene in the state. When you visit, be sure to check out the town’s many murals and galleries, as well as special events and exhibits, street art, and shops.
- Dinosaur
Jeffrey Beall/Wikimedia Commons Never heard of Dinosaur (population: 173)? Truth be told, there aren’t tons of things to see and do - minus a few gas stations and diners - but it is the best place to stop on your way to the can’t-miss Dinosaur National Monument!
For even more of our favorite small towns, check out Here Are The 10 Most Beautiful, Charming Small Towns In Colorado.
TripAdvisor/Jen S
Nestled away on the Eastern Plains, Burlington is the epitome of Small Town, USA, thanks to its unique attractions and picturesque downtown area! Bonus? This town of 3,457 is home to the historic - and still-working! 1905 Kit Carson Carousel and the exciting Old Town (pictured).
Jerry R. DeVault KSUJD/Wikimedia Commons
If you want a small town with a big personality, look no further than Creede (population: 312). Recently named one of the Most Charming Towns in America by Esquire, Creede is an Old West community that boasts most of its original architecture, plus shopping and dining, art galleries, museums, and mine tours.
Flickr/Don Graham
Welcome to Colorado Wine County via stunning Palisade! Home to just over 2,500 residents, Palisade - AKA the Peach Capital of Colorado - is THE place to be for both local wine and fresh produce, plus a jaw-dropping landscape courtesy of the surrounding plateaus and mountains.
Library of Congress/Wikimedia Commons
Located in the southwest corner of Colorado, Mancos is worth visiting just for the locals (1,627 of them, to be exact) and delicious food; however, once people find out it is a mere 6 miles from the entrance of Mesa Verde, it becomes all the more enticing.
United States Department of Transportation/Wikimedia Commons
Once a prosperous mining town, Leadville is now considered to be one of the Best Historic Towns in America via USA Today’s 10Best, thanks - in part - to its museums, old homes and businesses, and mining structures. In addition to the history itself, Leadville boasts a population of 2,742, plus live theater, festivals, and other special events.
Flickr/Bradley Gordon
If you are looking for “A Unique Little Town,” look no further than Ault!! (Get it?) Located in Northern Colorado, Ault - population: 1,947 - is home to a surprising number of things to see and do, including farms and orchards, tons of antiquing, and easy access to some of the area’s best outdoor recreation.
CaroleHenson/Wikimedia Commons
It may be relatively bigger than most towns on our list (with a population of 5,283), but Manitou Springs has arguably the best art scene in the state. When you visit, be sure to check out the town’s many murals and galleries, as well as special events and exhibits, street art, and shops.
Jeffrey Beall/Wikimedia Commons
Never heard of Dinosaur (population: 173)? Truth be told, there aren’t tons of things to see and do - minus a few gas stations and diners - but it is the best place to stop on your way to the can’t-miss Dinosaur National Monument!
