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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Florence

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Florence, Colorado

Updated September 8, 2021

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Desert Reef Hot Springs

This naturally-sourced hot spring is now home to a clothing-optional resort.
The Herrick Sawmill

Florence, Colorado

Herrick Sawmill

An abandoned sawmill from more than 134 years ago stands testament to the ambition of one man.
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Prospect Heights Jail

This 19th century jail was mainly used to incarcerate the drunk and disorderly.
6 miles from Florence
Skyline Drive

Cañon City, Colorado

Skyline Drive

This razorback ridgeline has doubled as a scenic drive since the early 1900s.
8 miles from Florence
The Garden Park Fossil Area.

Cañon City, Colorado

Garden Park Fossil Area

The site of the "Bone Wars" between two rival paleontologists during the dinosaur rush of the 19th century.
11 miles from Florence
Royal Gorge Bridge

Cañon City, Colorado

Royal Gorge Bridge

The highest bridge in America was built for an almost unnervingly small amount of money.
12 miles from Florence

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Phantom Canyon Road

The narrow mountain road that carves a path between Florence and Victor is tied to ghost towns and ghost stories.
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