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Patrick McGuire

Patrick McGuire

About Patrick McGuire

Patrick McGuire is a freelance writer and musician living in the Mountain West.

Colorado Western Slope Cottonwood Pass

The Colorado Western Slope

January 4, 2026 by Patrick McGuire

If Colorado’s recreational offerings on or near the Front Range are becoming too crowded for your taste, look no further than the state’s Western Slope region. …

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Bald Eagle Chatfield Reservoir Frozen Lake Colorado

Are there Bald Eagles in Colorado

January 2, 2026 by Patrick McGuire

Since bald eagles are America’s National Bird, the numerous natural lands in Colorado that provide habitat for them can be thought of as being especially …

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Silver Dollar Saloon, Leadville, CO

Colorado’s 14 Oldest Bars and Saloons

December 31, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

Colorado is home to some of the oldest bars and saloons in the Mountain West. A few of these fascinating establishments even opened their doors long before the …

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Mount Evans, Colorad

What is Colorado is known for?

December 31, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

Colorado is known for a lot of things, but most of the world probably thinks of stunning mountain scenery when they think of the state. But in addition to the …

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Crested Butte New Years Eve, Colorado

What to do in Colorado if you don’t ski?

December 30, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

While Colorado is known across the world for its incredible ski resorts, not everyone who visits ends up hitting the slopes. So rest assured, there are plenty …

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Image of 2nd Time Around Thrift in Colorado

Denver’s Best Second-Hand Thrift Stores

December 19, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

Brimming with a healthy mix of corporate and mom-and-pop-owned stores, Denver is a solid location for thrifting. Whether you’re shopping for your next …

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Wanderlust Hostel, Gunnison, CO

10 Budget-friendly Hostels in Colorado

December 16, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

From a hip destination located in one of Denver’s most active nightlife spots to cozy mountain options near the state’s most exciting ski …

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Forest Canyon Overlook, CO

10 Must-See Rocky Mountain National Park Landmarks

December 13, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

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 …

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Ferril Lake City Park Denver Skyline Sunset

Relax at the Best Lakes around Denver

December 11, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

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 …

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Pikes Peak Sunset Colorado Front Range

Colorado’s Front Range––Much More Than Big Cities

December 6, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

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 …

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Gold Medal Fishing Waters in Colorado

November 30, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

Colorado is blessed with a plentiful offering of trout-filled lakes, streams, and rivers. Countless gorgeous and promising spots to fish provide decent …

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Dotsero Volcano Crater Colorado

Does Colorado have any Volcanoes?

November 14, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

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 …

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New Belgium, Colorado

Famous Companies Based in Colorado

November 11, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

Colorado is home to companies the world knows and loves. The state hosts major brands that you probably won’t be surprised to see on this list, but also …

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North Park Colorado Never Summer Mountain Range from Arapaho National Wildlife Refuge

Colorado’s Rugged North Park Basin

October 30, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

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, …

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Middle Park Colorado River cuts through green Grand County valley

Colorado’s Charming Middle Park Basin

October 30, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

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 …

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10th Mountain Division Ski Troopers Training in Colorado Circa 1943

The US Army’s 10th Mountain Division and Colorado

October 21, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

The thought of an elite group of skiers who scale cliff faces and fight bad guys atop mountains sounds like the stuff of predictable action movies. However, …

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Ferruginous Hawk on Nest

Rare Animal Species in Colorado That are Endangered or Threatened

October 17, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

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 …

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Golden hues on the Dallas Divide, an impressive and jagged line of mountains between Telluride and Ouray, Colorado.

When are the best times to visit Colorado?

October 15, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

Knowing when the best time to visit Colorado completely depends on what you’re hoping to see. A trip to see a special summer Red Rocks concert requires …

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Denver, CO

What is Denver, Colorado known for?

October 14, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

Asking what’s in Denver, Colorado, is a little like asking how to cook an egg. Sure, it’s not as big or influential a city as New York City, LA, or …

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Downtown Colorado Springs on Kiowa Street with Pikes Peak in background

What is Colorado Springs known for?

October 14, 2025 by Patrick McGuire

Colorado’s second-most populous and largest city in the state by acreage, there’s a whole lot in Colorado Springs. The Olympic City is famous for …

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