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. …
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12 Incredible Colorado Hot Springs You Can Camp
Without a doubt, easing into some natural hot springs after a long day of hiking or fishing is one of the best feelings in the world. For thousands of years, people around the world have been seeking out hot springs to …
A Brief Snapshot of Colorado’s Fascinating Railroad History
Today, Colorado's old railroad tracks and passenger cars might look like nothing more than curious relics from another time, but rail was crucial for helping the state to become the place it is today. It's probably hard …
A Timeline of Colorado’s Mining History
The story of Colorado is inseparable from mining. From an internationally famous gold rush that flooded the area with powerful new people and ideas, to the founding of Denver, to a mining-related economic downturn that …
Colorado’s Charming Middle Park Region
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 to Coloradans than its sister park to the north, Middle Park. …
Colorado’s Rugged North Park Region
If you're looking for a vast and remote place to get lost in, Colorado's North Park region will do the trick, especially if you're fond of moose, outdoor recreation, and seemingly boundless stretches of untamed scenic …
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 …
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 …
9 Famous Natural Colorado Disasters
Compared to coastal states that are the most vulnerable to major disasters like earthquakes and hurricanes, landlocked Colorado doesn't top the list for disaster-prone states. But that doesn't mean it hasn't experienced …
8 Delicious Foods to Forage in Colorado
For some Coloradans, the double payoff of being out in nature and having the ability to round up incredible things to eat is a major selling point of living in the Centennial State. Foraging locally offers the …
20+ Best Colorado Lakes & Reservoirs
When most people think about nature in Colorado, their minds usually conjure vast mountain landscapes. Sure, the Centennial State is unrivaled in America when it comes to containing an astounding number of mountains …
Television Shows Based in Colorado
Between Colorado's impressive natural offerings, story-worthy historical legacy, and increasing visibility in modern popular culture, the state continues to be the setting for all manner of television shows. Many are …
The Colorado Western Slope
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. Despite accounting for 38% of Colorado’s land, the Western …
Mushrooms Found in Colorado––Deadly, Psychedelic, and Everything in Between
You might not realize it, but Colorado is home to one of the most diverse mycological habitats in the world. Particularly in the state's high elevation mountain regions, you'll find everything from choice edible …
Prominent Prisons in Colorado and the Inmates That Occupy Them
Colorado is undoubtedly a peaceful place, but it's also been the center of an immense amount of human-centered turmoil since achieving statehood in 1876. Like all places, Colorado experiences crime in large cities like …
How Colorado was Impacted by the 1918 Spanish Flu
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, life for virtually every human being on the planet is rapidly and dramatically changing. While what we're experiencing now feels unprecedented, a chillingly similar pandemic …
Rare Animal Species in Colorado That are Endangered or Threatened
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 faring well in our modern world. Everything from the impacts of climate …
10 Terrific Day Trips from Denver
There’s no doubt about it - with an almost 20% increase in growth since 2010, Denver is much more crowded than it used to be. Fortunately for residents, the capitol city also happens to be in close proximity to some of …
Can’t Miss Colorado Mountains
Without a doubt, Colorado boasts some of the best mountain recreation and scenery in the world. From the historic Sangre de Cristo Mountains of the south to more than 50 peaks scattered around the state that tower above …
Fascinating Animals that live in Colorado
When it comes to Colorado wildlife, the first animals most people think of are deer, moose, and black bears. But while each of the state's usual animal suspects boast interesting characteristics, some Colorado animals …
