Calling all Basalt area residents and businesses – Give your feedback on tourism
The Basalt Chamber of Commerce is developing its first tourism strategic plan in partnership with the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) and the Destination Blueprint Program. Your participation is invaluable to the future of tourism management in Basalt and the midvalley. This critical work is part of our CTO Destination Blueprint effort, which is funded to assist Colorado destinations with strategic planning and recovery. To build a balanced plan that ensures sustainable growth and protects our quality of life, we need to hear from you. This is your opportunity to be heard – Data informed decision making is only possible if we have DATA!
Our Goal: Destination Stewardship
Our work follows the Colorado Tourism Office’s framework for destination stewardship, focusing on three core goals to build a resilient and welcoming community:
- Balance quality of life for residents with quality experiences for visitors.
- Support and protect our natural, cultural, and community assets.
- Ensure Basalt remains welcoming and sustainable for all.
For more details on the grant and our stewardship commitment, read our blog.
We can’t do this without you!
Quick links
For locals: Resident Sentiment Survey
For all: Community Open House on Tourism – November 12, 5–7 p.m.
For tourism industry stakeholders: Tourism Stakeholder Survey
Basalt area residents – Give your feedback on tourism
The Basalt Chamber wants your feedback on tourism’s impact. If you live in the Basalt area (the town of Basalt, El Jebel, and the surrounding unincorporated areas), share your perspective as a member of the community. This survey takes 8-10 minutes to complete.
As a thank you, respondents can enter into a drawing to win a $250 gift card to a chamber member of your choice and 2 passes to Iron Mountain Hot Springs.
Take the Resident Sentiment Survey
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE.
We want high participation and community feedback.
You’re invited – Join the conversation
Community Open House on Tourism
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 | 5-7 p.m.
Show up at any time to participate and give your feedback!
Basalt Regional Library – Community room
14 Midland Ave, Basalt, CO
Open to all
RSVP to the Community Open House
We invite you to join the Basalt Chamber of Commerce and the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) for an evening of connection and conversation about the future of tourism in the Basalt area. Meet local tourism professionals, network with community members, and share your ideas and vision for how tourism can best enhance our region. Your input will help shape the Basalt Chamber’s Destination Blueprint strategic plan – a collaborative plan to guide thoughtful, sustainable tourism for years to come. There will be interactive elements and light refreshments.
Tourism Industry Stakeholders
If you’re a local business owner or an industry professional in the tourism industry*, please also complete this survey. The survey is designed to help the Basalt Chamber of Commerce create a feedback loop with local tourism-related businesses to understand their strengths, outlook, barriers, and priorities.
Take the Tourism Stakeholder Survey
*For our purposes, the tourism industry includes, but is not limited to: retail, restaurants/food & beverage, lodging/accommodations (hotels, short-term rentals, campgrounds), travel services and experiences, outdoor recreation, entertainment, attractions, transportation, and real estate.