Celebrate the 244th anniversary of our nation’s birthday with these 4th-of-July firework displays in Colorado by county. All of these wonderful displays are free to watch, so figure out the best place to see them and …
Archives for June 2020
Things to do in July in Colorado
It’s summertime in Colorado and we all know what that means…get outside! July days are hotter along the front range, eastern plains, and throughout the western slope. But up in the high country, temps settle in at a …
Camping near Walden and Gould, around North Park
The North Park region of Jackson County, centered around its county seat, Walden, makes for a terrific camping destination. The great outdoors surround in all directions with numerous campsites to choose from nearby …
Camping near Red Feather Lakes and the Cache La Poudre River
Although only an hour northwest of Fort Collins, Red Feather Lakes feels like a world away from the Larimer County seat. There are plenty of places to camp nearby town or south along the Cache La Poudre River. This …
Camping near Greeley and Pawnee National Grassland
Greeley is a college and agricultural town that acts as a gateway to Colorado's eastern plains. For those looking to explore the often-skipped eastern attractions like Pawnee National Grassland, while still being close …
9 Famous Colorado Figures Forgotten By Most
When most Coloradans think about influential people associated with their state, they dive deep into history and remember names like Molly Brown and Adolph Coors, or come up with a contemporary politicians like Jared …
7 Fun Places to Stand Up Paddle Board in Colorado
Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) is becoming an increasingly popular water based activity, especially in coastal areas. But you needn’t move to California, bleach your teeth and boast a bikini tan-line to enjoy paddle …
Camping near Telluride, Ophir and Rico
Telluride is one of Colorado's most beloved mountain towns and most secluded. Throughout the warmer spring, summer and fall months, people flock to town (usually for a festival) and look to set up camp somewhere. The …
Exploring the 9 Natural Wonders of Colorado
If you’ve never been to Colorado, you are missing out on some of the most gorgeous, scenic sights in the country. Whether it’s skiing or exploring the wide range of natural wonders from underground caves to the tallest …
11 Best Places to Kayak in Colorado
While Colorado is best known for its mountains, there are plenty of beautiful lakes and rivers where you can go kayaking. If you’re looking for more than just views, and also a little excitement on the water, then you’ll …
10 Fantastic Fishing Spots in Colorado
Colorado is increasingly popular as a fishing destination in the western world. Its many rivers, lakes, and mountain streams teem with cutthroats, rainbows, and browns. The state is loaded with lakes and rivers open …
Colorado’s Best Beaches
It’s true, Colorado is what people call a land-locked state, but if you look inside its borders you will find many lakes and reservoirs with miles of shoreline to enjoy. So, cool off this summer and discover some of …
Camping near Salida, Poncha Springs and Monarch, around the Arkansas River
Salida is one of the most popular mountain towns in Colorado, thanks to its scenic location on the Arkansas River and proximity to the front range. At nearly three hours drive from Denver, it's quite manageable, but yet …
Camping near Granby and Grand Lake, around the West Side of RMNP
Tucked away north of Winter Park lies the "Great Lakes of Colorado," sandwiched between the Grand County gems of Granby and Grand Lake. This region features a handful of alpine lakes, ranging from small and remote, to …
Camping near Breck, Dillon, Frisco, and Silverthorne, all around Summit County
Summit County is probably the most popular weekend destination for the millions living on the plains around Denver. Summer or winter brings in the masses, looking for the world class recreation like camping and skiing it …
Camping near Cortez, Dolores and Mancos, around Mesa Verde
Tucked away between Cortez and Mancos in Southwest Colorado, Mesa Verde is the state's second most visited national park (after RMNP). Along with neighbor Dolores, these three towns offers an abundance of outdoor …
Camping near Meeker and the Flat Tops
As the western gateway to the Flat Top Wilderness, Meeker attracts its fair share of adventure seekers. From hiking and fishing, to hunting and camping, there's a vast wilderness waiting to be explored east of …
Camping near Yampa and the Flat Tops
Tucked away forty-minutes south of Steamboat Spring on State Highway 131, Yampa is the eastern gateway to the Flat Top Wilderness. It's seasonally connected with Meeker, via the 2+ hour stretch of Flat Tops Trail Byway, …
5 Historical Figures That Transformed Colorado and Beyond
From personalities that continue to inspire to those who met tragically predictable ends, Colorado has been the home of many influential historical figures since long before it became an official US state in 1876. The …
Camping near Cedaredge and Collbran, around the Grand Mesa
The scenery from below or on atop of the largest flat topped mountain the world make for some dramatic campsites. The towns of Mesa and Collbran reside on the northern base of Grand Mesa, while Cedaredge sits on its …
