Archives for May 2020

How To Kayak With Your Dog This Season

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Can you go kayaking with your dog? Most likely yes! It really depends on whether your dog is ready yet for life on the water. Luckily, like sitting, staying and rolling over, most dogs can be trained to love kayaking …

Essential Gear Checklist for Family Camping

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[Camping with the family in the Rocky Mountains. Photo: Wesley Fryer] Family camping with your kids is one of the best ways to spend those long summer nights, forging lifelong memories and frolicking in nature. Whether …

10 Zen Nature Trips in Colorado

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With a state-wide stay-at-home in place throughout Colorado, people are looking for a moment of zen. While you probably can't visit these places now, when things settle and the day-to-day returns, consider a longer …

Don’t Hike Too Far Without This Important Gear

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Colorado is a world class hiking destination, with every kind of hike from simple strolls to epic 14,000+ foot peaks. Whether it's a day hike or an overnight backpacking trek, there are certain essential hiking gear that …

Waterfalls that Wow by Pagosa Springs

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There are four phenomenal waterfalls within a short drive of Pagosa Springs. These waterfalls span from easy to moderate in hiking difficulty and there’s even one you can see from the parking lot. So, there’s something …

5 Renowned Rock Climbing Spots in Colorado

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[Rock climber on Garden of the Gods. Photo: Michele ONeill] Colorado is revered for its mountain views and stunning scenery so it’s really no wonder that its landscape attracts the best rock climbing enthusiasts from …

Why Colorado is Made for Summer Vacation

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If you think of Colorado as solely a winter destination, you’re missing out on three other gorgeous seasons! Being “at altitude” means that most cities in Colorado escape the heat waves that plague other regions, but …

The 34 Colorado State Parks with Campgrounds

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Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW) oversees 42 state parks, 34 of which you can camp out overnight. Find state park campgrounds located all across the Rockies, front range and plains, suitable for a range of tent and …

5 Wondrous Waterfalls by The Springs

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If you're looking for a fabulous waterfall hike, there are several in the Colorado Springs area just waiting to be explored. Take your pick from among the favorite waterfalls, some of which require little more than a few …

Why Mountain Biking is Awesome in Colorado

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[In route to Green Mountain. Photo: Cody Wellons] Mountain biking is becoming increasingly popular every year, especially in a gorgeous place like Colorado. More and more urbanites worldwide are buying mountain bikes and …

8 Wonderful Waterfalls Hikes by Denver

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If you don’t have the time to drive deep into the mountains to see an amazing waterfall, how about hitting the trails closer to Denver? While many of Colorado’s best waterfalls involve trekking deep into the backcountry, …

3 Popular Paintball Fields in the Denver Metro

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[Dynamic Paintball's Novice team the Colorado Faction. Photo: Dynamic Paintball] Denver, Colorado is the perfect city for the person who loves paintball. The city has some of the most popular fields in the country …

Most Beautiful Waterfalls by Telluride

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With an abundance of outdoor activities available such as climbing, off-roading, hiking, horseback riding and more, Telluride has always had a draw for those who love the outdoors. The waterfalls around Telluride are …

Visiting Colorado During All Four Seasons

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Year-round people visit Colorado from all over the world, some well prepared, some completely winging it. Since we believe in a little of both, we share some important travel tips to keep in my while exploring …

7 Tips for A Smooth, Successful Colorado Roadtrip

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Colorado is a uniquely beautiful state, with some of the most breathtaking views and landscapes in all of North America. It's no wonder that many people desire to road trip within this beautiful state and could use some …