My parents first took me skiing when we moved to Salida, Colorado when I was five years old. Though I can still recall the struggle of learning...
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.
Rails to Trails: Hiking Colorado’s Historic Railways
The history of the United States’ westward expansion cannot be properly told without stressing Colorado’s importance in the development of...
Camping + Glamping
Let’s face it: Coloradans love to camp. And visitors love to come to Colorado to camp. It’s no wonder. Our state is an outdoor playground of...
The Unsung Heroes of Colorado Trails
Without a doubt, Colorado has its fair share of outdoor activities. Many of the nature lovers who enjoy its numerous parks, forests, and trails...
Colorado: Your Unlikely Water Park
When people think of Colorado, most do not envision the state as a prime location for outdoor water sports and activities. Although it is known...
Beginner and Intermediate Bike Rides in the Pikes Peak Region
There are literally thousands of miles of mountain bike accessible trails in Colorado, from ultratechnical downhill thrill rides to mellow...
Hiking Colorado’s Alpine Lakes
For many, hiking in Colorado is all about the mountains. The spine of the Rocky Mountains bisects the state and defines the Continental Divide;...
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...