One thing for certain is there's no shortage of breweries in Fort Collins. With nearly two dozen breweries located within the city, and more regularly popping up, it’s clear that craft beer is a major part of the …
Archives for June 2022
Discover the Colorado Gold Rush on these Historic Mining Tours
The succession of gold rushes in North America was probably the start of the American dream. What was once an elusive reality of unparalleled riches suddenly became a promise waiting to be fulfilled for anyone brave …
Hiking into the Black Canyon of the Gunnison: The Gunnison Route
For the intrepid adventurer, a weekend trip to The Black Canyon of the Gunnison offers some of the most enjoyable scrambling in the state. One of the lesser known National Parks in Colorado, Black Canyon provides …
Camping near Walden and Gould, CO
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 …
How to Camp and do it Right
Ah, camping season in Colorado. Is there anything better? Colorado offers everything from front country car-camping in developed campgrounds to true wilderness experiences that take days carrying your pack to get …
Hiking Etiquette 101: Rules for the Trail
Whether you're heading out for an easy day hike near the city, planning to climb one of Colorado’s famous fourteeners, or backpacking for several days in some of the state’s national forests and wilderness areas, there …
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 …
Top things to do in Sterling, Colorado
Sterling is one of the principal cities on Colorado's eastern plains, located in the northeast corner. This rural city of nearly 15,000 residents offers a fair amount of things to see and do throughout the year. It's …
Find Gold in Colorado & Relive the West
In colorful Colorado, there is no hue that is as valuable as gold. Hidden throughout the towering Rocky Mountains and flowing within the state’s mighty rivers, Colorado is full of the coveted rock, although this has not …
Cool Off at 8 Colorado Swimming Holes
Even though life in the mountains can be frigid much of the year, taking a dip at one of Colorado’s swimming holes is a great way to cool off during the warmer months. Many outdoors enthusiasts like to embrace the …
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 …
Colorado Farmers Markets
Farmers Markets in Colorado are great places to purchase local produce, sample fresh ingredients, and browse handmade crafts. Spread throughout the state, shopping at one of these markets can not only be a fun and …
Rules of the Road and Traffic Laws in Colorado
If you plan on taking a trip to Colorado that involves driving, it’s a good idea to do some research on the traffic laws in The Centennial State. Doing so can go a long way in better ensuring you don’t take home a …
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, …