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Patrick McGuire

Patrick McGuire

About Patrick McGuire

Patrick McGuire is a freelance writer and musician living in the mountain west.

Hiking Uncompahgre Peak Montrose CO

12 Marvelous Hiking Trails near Montrose

March 14, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Situated between a stunning national park and some of Colorado's most iconic peaks, the city of Montrose is a perfect home base for hiking. If you're into challenging hikes immersed in vivid natural beauty, summiting one …

Cliff Creek Trail Gunnison County Colorado

10 Picturesque Hiking Trails near Paonia

March 13, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Nestled in western Colorado's picturesque wine country, Paonia is located near some of Colorado's most scenic and unforgettable hikes. This part of Colorado offers everything from the astounding grandeur of the Black …

Dominguez-Escalante NCA Hiking Delta Colorado

13 Amazing Hiking Trails near Delta

March 10, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Immersed in one of the most unique and arresting landscapes in Colorado, the small city of Delta is surrounded with excellent hiking opportunities. From serene nature walks to grueling high-elevation hikes, this area has …

Hiking Carbondale CO Lower Thomas Lake Mount Sopris

11 Scenic Hiking Trails near Carbondale

March 9, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Whether you call this stunningly gorgeous community home or are just passing through Carbondale, you happen to be in close proximity to some of the most scenic, challenging, and memorable hikes in the country. From easy …

Hiking Sand Canyon Trail. Canyon of the Ancients National Monument Ruins

7 Captivating Hiking Trails around Cortez

March 8, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Located in the sparsely populated southwestern corner of Colorado, the city of Cortex and the surrounding area is steeped in history, natural splendor, and adventure. If you live here or are just passing through, you …

Box Canyon Falls Hiking Ouray CO

8 Terrific Hiking Trails near Ouray

March 7, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Affectionately known as the "Switzerland of America," the charming town of Ouray is surrounded by immaculate and unforgettable mountain splendor. Situated beneath vast peaks and dense evergreen forests, Ouray is located …

Hiking Rainbow Trail Westcliffe CO

10 Wonderful Hiking Trails by Westcliffe

March 6, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Situated in south central Colorado between two vast mountain ranges, the town of Westcliffe is surrounded by phenomenal hiking opportunities. From pleasant paths that wind through serene meadows and forests to one of the …

Rich Creek Trail Upper Section Fairplay CO Fall Colors

13 Fantastic Hiking Trails around Fairplay

March 5, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Located at the northwestern edge of Colorado's expansive South Park region, the town of Fairplay is set in one of the state's most extreme, rewarding, arresting and landscapes. From imposing 14,000-foot peaks, to …

Spanish Peaks Hiking La Veta CO

8 Terrific Hiking Trails by Walsenburg, La Veta and Trinidad

March 4, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

The small southern Colorado town of Walsenburg is on the doorstep of some of the state's most rugged, remote, and beautiful landscapes, from the Spanish Peaks Wilderness to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the Greenhorn …

BLM Land Dinosaur Diamond Scenic Byway

7 Top Hiking Trails by Dinosaur & Meeker

February 27, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Perched in the vast desert landscape of northeastern Colorado, the tiny community of Dinosaur is located in an area that's ideal for remote, adventurous, and scenic hiking. There's a hiking trail for everybody in …

Continental Divide Trail Wolf Creek Pass

9 Terrific Hiking Trails around Creede

February 26, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Surrounded by rugged, mountainous wilderness, Creede is a near perfect home base for hiking excursions of every level of difficulty. This region of southern Colorado is full of terrific hiking trails within the San Juan …

Footbridge in Pine Valley Ranch Park Colorado

9 Exceptional Hiking Trails near Bailey

February 25, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

The town of Bailey isnโ€™t too far from Denver, but it might as well be on a different planet. Tucked underneath tall forested peaks and immense rock faces, Bailey has the great fortune of being surrounded by excellent …

Mount Princeton Jeep Hiking Trail

10 Terrific Hiking Trails near Buena Vista

February 22, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

fIf youโ€™re lucky enough to live in Buena Vista or are just visiting, you happen to be close to some of the most scenic and rewarding hiking areas in the United States. The tallest mountains in the state sit just to the …

Great Sand Dunes Hiking Sign near Alamosa CO

7 Great Hiking Trails around Alamosaย 

February 20, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

The southern Colorado city of Alamosa has a lot going for it when it comes to nearby options for hiking. Situated in the heart of the sprawling San Luis Valley, Alamosa is surrounded by immense peaks, natural wonders …

Downhill Ski Racer on Ruthie's Run Aspen Colorado

Brief Timeline of Colorado’s Ski and Snowboard History

February 1, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

When people around the world think of Colorado, many conjure idyllic images of skiers and snowboarders gliding down pristine, snow-covered mountains. Since skiing currently is so integral to the cultural and scenic …

New Belgium Brewing 1554 Beer in Fat Tire Glass Colorado

9 Famous Colorado Craft Beers

January 29, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Alongside abundant sunshine, world-class skiing, and legal weed, craft beer is an integral part of Colorado's cultural DNA. But in the context of its storied history, the state's relationship with craft beer is …

West Spanish Peak Trail near Trinidad CO

10 Top Hiking Spots near Trinidad

January 17, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

With an impressive amount of money funneling in to fuel arts and culture into Trinidad, this southern Colorado city is starting to get a lot of attention. In addition to the music, art, and food you'll find in this …

10th Mountain Division Ski Troopers Training in Colorado Circa 1943

The US Army’s 10th Mountain Division and Colorado

January 14, 2023 By //  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, unpredictably, this division of the US Army is very much real …

Sheraton Steamboat Resort Villas, CO

11 Best Ski-in/Ski-Out Hotels in Colorado

January 9, 2023 By //  by Patrick McGuire

There's something thrilling about a hotel you can ski into or out of, and, as you'd expect, Colorado has some great ones to consider for your next trip. Ranging in price, from reasonably affordable for the perks to much …

San Luis Valley UFO Colorado Orion Stars

The San Luis Valley’s Weird Legacy of UFO Sightings

December 28, 2022 By //  by Patrick McGuire

Whether you're an avid believer in visitors from outer space or a staunch skeptic, it doesn't change the fact that there's been a lot of weird things going on in the San Luis Valley for decades. It's a region that …

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