The Platte Canyon Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the opening of the new Bailey Visitors Center, located at 81 Main Street, in the heart of downtown Bailey.

The Visitors Center, made possible through a partnership with Park County, which provided the space, was brought to life in just a matter of weeks—and with a budget of under $500.

"This was truly a community-powered project," said Mark Linne, President of the Platte Canyon Chamber. “Thanks to generous donations of furniture, fixtures, and time, and a lot of elbow grease from our Chamber Board, we were able to get this vital resource up and running with almost no cost.”

The center is designed to serve both visitors and locals, providing maps, business directories, recreational guides, brochures, and other information to help people make the most of their time in Bailey and the surrounding area. The space also highlights local attractions, shops, eateries, events, and outdoor activities.

As part of a broader effort to improve the visitor experience in Bailey, the Chamber is also working to add a video monitor and outdoor kiosks that will provide information 24/7 and is exploring additional ways to make Main Street more welcoming and accessible. In the meantime, public port-a-potties have been placed near the Visitors Center, addressing the long-standing challenge of having no public restrooms on Main Street.

The Chamber envisions the Visitors Center as a hub to boost tourism, support local businesses, and help travelers see Bailey not just as a drive-through town—but as a true destination.