For many, hiking in Colorado is all about the mountains. The spine of the Rocky Mountains bisects the state and defines the Continental Divide;...
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.
Q&A with “Hiking Bob” Falcone
We sat down with Colorado Springs resident Bob Falcone, affectionately known as Hiking Bob. An avid hiker, outdoorsman, professional...
My First Fourteener
By Jeff Vandenbussche When my friends ask me why I picked Colorado as home, I simply reply: “The mountains are calling…I must go.” As I sit...
Parting Shot with Marisa Jarae
“Treasure the moments of smallness, the infinite microseconds of breathless flutters. Drink in the thrill and fear and sucker-punching joy....
Insider Secrets to Capturing the Colors of Colorado
One of the nicest things about living or visiting Colorado is that it has great year-round scenery. Blankets of snow on our highest...
Ouray's Perimeter Trail
Trail level: moderate Round trip distance: 4.2 miles Dog friendly Kid friendly Perimeter Trail on Google Maps (click to follow) Ouray...
Fresh Fun: Novel Ways to Enjoy New Snowfall
Given Colorado’s captivating mountain terrain and abundance of dry snow every year, it’s no surprise tourists flock to the Rocky Mountains...
IceVenture
No matter the time of year, Coloradans crave a relationship with mother nature. Ice climbing may be one of the most intimate winter experiences...
Colorful Rock Formations at Paint Mines Interpretive Park
Trail level: easy Round trip distance: 4 miles No dogs, horses, or bicycles, please! Paint Mines Interpretive Park on Google Maps (click to...
Take a Hard Hike: The Incline
Trail level: difficult Round trip distance: 5 miles (1 mile up the Incline, 4 miles down Barr Trail) No dogs, please! The Incline on Google...
Adventure at Altitude
At 14,110 Feet, Pikes Peak dominates the skyline above Colorado Springs, but it's only one of many 14ers in the state. The list of Peaks Ranges...