A cloud of snowflakes cut through the air, obscuring my view, as my body raced through it. Popping out the other side, I saw two trees narrowly...
Outdoor Recreation
Colorado beckons adventurers year-round with endless outdoor thrills. Hike fourteeners, ski world-class slopes, kayak rushing rivers, or mountain bike scenic trails. Whether you’re chasing powder in Aspen, exploring Rocky Mountain National Park, or rafting the Arkansas River, Colorado’s stunning landscapes offer unforgettable experiences for every skill level and season.
Colorado Fourteeners that Will Take Your Breath Away
The blood pounds in your ears with each plodding step forward. You gasp for breath in air that seems to have little to offer. You may be...
Let’s Go Hiking in Cañon City
The allure of Colorado’s natural wonders combined with easy access make for an unforgettable day in the mountains Cañon City, a town of around...
Camping It Up
Here in Colorado, we’re in love with camping. Okay, we may be obsessed with camping. Winter is so long and enduring that in the brief spell...
Art is Where You Find It
Throughout history, people have created and experienced art through the lens of Colorado’s memorable landscapes. Inspired artists explored...
Sit. Come. Stay.
Colorado Fun Guide asked Olive, a local corgi, to provide her best-kept secrets for both dogs and their owners on vacation. Cheyenne Mountain...
The Ultimate Guide to Colorado’s Fall Foliage: When and Where to See the Best Colors
Fall in Colorado is nothing short of spectacular, with vibrant foliage painting the landscape in hues of gold, red, and orange. While it’s a...
The Risky Fun of Peak Priorities
There is no such thing as an easy Colorado 14’er. Though some peaks may be easier to climb than others, all promise a difficult day of hiking...
Views from the Top
As an outdoor recreation writer, podcaster and advocate, it’s my job to be outdoors. Whenever I meet someone for the first time, and we discuss...
Giant Troll Finds Home in Victor
Just when the small mountain town of Victor needed a boost in visitors, Rita the Rock Planter came to the rescue. Designed and built out of...
Atta Boy
Two things are constant in Colorado: people love hiking and people love their dogs. It seems that wherever you go—dog parks, city parks,...
What a Long, Strange Trip
Editor’s note: Scott Rappold is a Colorado-based journalist who takes his job—and his fun—seriously. Please drink, eat and trip responsibly....