Visitor Information

Looking for a new place to visit? Look no further! Glenwood Springs, Colorado is a family friendly vacation destination located 40 miles north of Aspen and 60 miles west of Vail.

Parks and Recreation Spotlight

We are excited to offer a variety of programs for your recreational needs. The Parks Department maintains 15 developed parks, totaling over 100 acres and over 4,000 acres of open space.

Economic Development Strategy

Economic development goals include maintaining the city's role as a regional center, promoting sustainable economic diversity, encouraging diverse businesses and industries, and continuing to encourage the development of affordable and attainable housing.

CONEZONE: 27th Street Business Access Jan. 18-21

The 27th Street entrance to ANB Bank, Penrose Plaza and Penrose Townhomes will be temporarily closed for concrete work beginning 6 PM on Saturday, Jan. 18 through 7 AM on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

Beginning at 6 PM on Saturday, January 18, the 27^th Street entrance to ANB Bank, Penrose Plaza and Penrose Townhomes will be temporarily closed for concrete work. Business and residential access will remain open via the S. Grand Avenue entrance. This clos...

New tobacco ordinances for 2020

Glenwood Springs City Council recently passed new legislation regarding tobacco laws in Glenwood Springs.

View a PDF of the tobacco ordinance fact sheet and frequently asked questions >>

Resolution 2019-34

• Establishment of licensing requirements for the retail sale of tobacco products. All tobacco retailers must have a license through the City of Glenwood...

City of Glenwood Springs files motion to intervene in quarry lawsuit

The City of Glenwood Springs has filed a motion to intervene in Rocky Mountain Resources’ (RMR) lawsuit against Garfield County government that is currently before state court in Garfield County.

RMR’s lawsuit alleges that Garfield County has no regulatory authority over operations at its Mid-Continent Quarry, located just a half mile from Glenwood Springs city limits, because the federal government also regulates the site.

In the motion ...

Christmas tree drop-off site now open

The Christmas tree drop-off site is now open until January 31 at the old rodeo grounds on Airport Road.

The City asks residents to follow the following regulations:

• Christmas trees only
• No yard debris
• Remove all tassels, lights, and ornaments from trees
• No trash or plastic

The site will be open from December 31, 2019 to January 31, 2020.

Visitor Information

Looking for a new place to visit? Look no further! Glenwood Springs, Colorado is a family friendly vacation destination located 40 miles north of Aspen and 60 miles west of Vail.

Community Campaign

Glenwood Springs campaign against the expansion of the Mid-Continent Quarry, a limestone mine threatening our community and economy.

City Newsletter

Want to know more about your local government? The City of Glenwood Springs monthly newsletter helps to keep the community informed on happenings in Glenwood Springs.