Compared to the Pacific Northwest or even the East Coast, Colorado is quite a dry place. While the state isn’t technically a desert, it is located in a semi-arid region where water is often sparse. However, there are …
Winter things to do in Colorado
10 Must-See Rocky Mountain National Park Landmarks
Dotted with pristine alpine lakes, soaring overlooks, and inviting meadows brimming with wildlife, Rocky Mountain National Park is full of fun things to do and sights to see all year long. The park contains some of the …
Best Day Hikes by Denver Under 3 Miles
For Denverites, one of the best perks of living in the city is having access to both “city life” and nearby hiking trails. But schedules can get busy, I-70 is always busy, and sometimes you just don’t want to spend half …
Learn Colorado’s Official State Symbols
You may not realize it, but Colorado is stacked with loads of state symbols that have been officially adopted by local lawmakers over the years. From fascinating wildlife you might not be familiar with to a flag, slogan, …
15 Fantastic Colorado Concert Venues Other Than Red Rocks
There are plenty of incredible concert venues around the state that are worth getting excited about. While Red Rocks is the most iconic music venue not just in Colorado, but potentially the world, it's only a small slice …
Free Days at Denver Botanic Gardens
Escape the hustle of the city at the Denver Botanic Gardens for free! See plants and wildlife from all over the world, year-round in the Mile High City, with select days offered with no entrance fee. With help from …
Best Fishing Spots around Denver Metro
While the Colorado Rockies are notorious for their trophy trout, you don't have to travel west of the Front Range to find a top fishing spot. You can find some of the best places to fish in and around the Denver …
Sports Stadiums around Mile High City
Denver's a big-time sports town, with professional teams competing in all the major leagues. To host these pro games, there are a myriad of sports stadiums capable of housing large, passionate crowds. There are …
22 Top Concert Venues in Denver Area
One thing that can’t be denied, Denver’s music scene is one to be appreciated and celebrated. From home-grown acts to national big-name performers, Denver draws in the crowd with its plethora of music venues that range …
12 Terrific Tourist Attractions in Colorado
Colorado is one of the most popular states for tourists and for great reason. It showcases some of the best attractions for visitors to discover year-round in this Rocky Mountain destination. Whatever kind of traveler …
Does Colorado have any Volcanoes?
Today, Colorado is not a literal or figurative hot spot for volcanoes by any stretch of the imagination. In the U.S., places like Hawaii and Yellowstone are much better known for their local volcanic activity than the …
Colorado’s Front Range––Much More Than Big Cities
Spend any amount of time in Colorado, and you're likely to come across the term "Front Range" sooner or later. To most Coloradans, the Front Range region conjures images of the state's biggest cities, an impressive line …
16 of Colorado’s Most Popular Breweries
Producing more beer per capita than any other state, Colorado is a beer-lover's dream. The Centennial State is home to over 300 registered breweries, allowing patrons to try locally made ales, lagers, and other fine …
Where are there wild horses in Colorado?
Nothing quite says the “Old West” like a pack of wild horses, and Coloradans may be closer to seeing a stallion in person than they think. There are estimated to be more than two thousand wild horses in the western part …
Colorado’s Rugged North Park Region
If you're looking for a vast and remote place to get lost, Colorado's North Park region will do the trick, especially if you're fond of moose, outdoor recreation, and seemingly boundless stretches of untamed scenic …
Colorado’s Charming Middle Park Region
Between the irreverent animated TV show of its namesake and its closer proximity to populated cities on the front range, South Park is typically more familiar to Coloradans than its sister park to the north, Middle Park. …
Native Wildlife Species in Colorado
Part of enjoying Colorado is being outside, whether that is skiing, hiking, climbing, camping, backpacking, or even wildlife viewing. For Coloradans and those visiting, the state’s wildlife is just as mesmerizing as the …
Rare Animal Species in Colorado That are Endangered or Threatened
Colorado's stunning wildlife might look just fine from the view of your car or on a mountain hike, but not every animal that calls the state home is faring well in our modern world. Everything from the impacts of climate …
Native Fish of Colorado
Fish have been introduced into Colorado’s streams since the 1870s, so they’ve been around for quite a while and they have helped turn Colorado into a fishing paradise. But the state was already home to about fifty-five …
Is Colorado a Good Place to Live?
As a state, Colorado has been consistently ranked by various publications as one of the best places to live in the United States. However, opinions on the subject of whether it's a good or bad place to live are …