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Salida, Colorado

Mountain Goat Lodge

The Mountain Goat Lodge is set within 20 acres of rolling pastures at the foot of the famous Sawatch Mountain Range. Our resident goats roam the meadows, providing us with the milk, cheese, and yogurt for our tasty homecooked breakfasts and our cheese-making classes.

We are located in central Colorado in pristine wilderness, yet just 6 miles from the historic town of Salida. Each of our snug rooms has its own private balcony with breathtaking mountain views.

Winter at Mountain Goat Lodge

Your cozy basecamp for Salida, Colorado winter adventures

Experience the magic of winter in the Rockies at Mountain Goat Lodge, your ideal basecamp near Monarch Mountain. Located just minutes from downtown Salida, our lodge offers warm hospitality, stunning mountain views, and easy access to the area’s best winter activities.

Spend your days skiing or snowboarding at Monarch Mountain, snow tubing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, or exploring miles of scenic trails. Then unwind in nearby Colorado hot springs, including Mt. Princeton Hot Springs and the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center. After a day of adventure, return to your comfortable room, farm-fresh breakfast, and the relaxed mountain charm that makes Mountain Goat Lodge special.

Whether you're planning a ski trip, a romantic winter getaway, or a family vacation, Mountain Goat Lodge is the perfect place to stay in Salida, CO this winter.



Book your stay and make Mountain Goat Lodge your home for winter fun in Salida, Colorado.

Location

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Salida, Colorado, offers a captivating blend of outdoor adventure and artistic charm. Visitors can explore the Arkansas River for thrilling whitewater rafting or peaceful fly fishing. Hiking and mountain biking trails abound, providing stunning vistas of the surrounding peaks. The historic downtown, lined with vibrant galleries, boutiques, and eateries, beckons to art enthusiasts and foodies alike.

Classes

Indulge in the art of cheese-making! Learn how to milk a cow or goat and then how to process that milk into several different dairy products; for example soft and hard cheeses, butter, yogurt, buttermilk and sour cream. Relax, converse, and sample local treats. Stay the night as cheeses cure. Alternatively, explore goat ownership with our four-hour custom class, covering breeds, care, and more. For the new chicken owner, find out how amazing it is to keep chickens, ducks and turkeys in our Backyard Poultry class.

Rooms

Experience our diverse accommodations: spacious suites for luxury and comfort, charming retro campers for a touch of nostalgia, and cozy tipis for a unique outdoor stay. Choose your preferred style and immerse yourself in an unforgettable getaway surrounded by nature's beauty.

Gift Certificates

A Gift Certificate to Mountain Goat Lodge is an excellent gift for any occasion, whether celebrating an anniversary, birthday, wedding, retirement, or just to get away! This gift certificate is good towards any room on any night, subject to availability.

There's so much to do!

Our goats are the stars of the show here! Take a tour of the farm for a goat meet 'n' greet - you'll get to know them all and their wonderful personalities. Tours are free for paying guests. If you'd like to get up close and personal with our goats, we offer goat husbandry classes. Also available are classes in chicken keeping and cheese-making.

For the more adventurous, the historic downtown district of Salida is just 6 miles away. It's a tourist hotspot, with outdoorsy activities, sightseeing, shopping, and fine dining all on offer. Try your hand at hiking, climbing, ATV riding, whitewater rafting, and fishing to satisfy your inner thrill-seeker, or simply stroll the streets to absorb the area's rich history. 

Classes

At Mountain Goat Lodge, we go beyond offering comfortable rooms in Salida, CO. Enhance your stay with our diverse range of classes. Learn the art of cheese making, master the skills of goat care, or delve into the world of raising chickens and ducks. Expand your knowledge and create unforgettable memories.

Reviews

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Amy V.

What a wonderful bed and breakfast we happened upon! The bed and linens were superb, the views spectacular, and that breakfast…omg! Fresh blueberry pancakes, amazing sausage, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, and my favorite, a goat milk latte. Gina was an amazing host.

Meredith A.

Our stay here was wonderful. We came here as a little weekend getaway for our anniversary. Our room in the lodge was so cute and super clean. Gina and her husband were wonderful and accommodating. They made us delicious homemade breakfast and coffee.

Laura H.

Wow! Gina and her husband are fabulous hosts. We stayed here with our two year old twins and had so much fun. The breakfasts are amazing. Something different each day! The kids love the homemade yogurt! It is such a wonderful experience. The room was incredibly comfortable.