For the ones that are only beginning to discover The River’s Edge Motel Lodge & Resort and Ouray, we’d like to take a moment to highlight what the town is all about as it’s quite fascinating. Located near the San Juan Skyway, Ouray has a deep history spanning over 100 years and it has earned a nickname as “The Switzerland of America”.
Ouray was once inhabited by Ute Indian tribe, who affectionately called the San Juan Mountains the Shining Mountains”. For them, Ouray was considered a sacred ground renowned for its healing properties, lush foliage, and rich wildlife. Today, it’s still recognized for its vast, picturesque nature and numerous sights. Mountain climbing, photography, ice climbing, and jeeping remain perennially popular activities.
Ouray has the greatest number of 14,000-foot peaks in the country and despite Ouray’s age, the San Juan Mountains remain the youngest and steepest ranges of all the Rocky Mountains. Ouray is part of the larger Ouray County which also includes the nearby towns of Ridgway and Colona.
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This update is provided by The River’s Edge Motel Lodge & Resort. You’ll find five unique types of Ouray Colorado hotels at our location on the banks of the Uncompahgre River, and every single room has a view of the mountains. For more information on Ouray Colorado hotel specials, amenities, questions about hosting your special event, or hotel specials, please call 888-547-5962. You can also visit us at 110 7th Avenue.