[Janet's Cabin of 10th Mountain Division. Photo: Ed Ogle] Plan your next mountain adventure with the 10th Mountain Division Hut Association. Choose from 34 backcountry huts connected by over 350 miles of trails … [Read more...]
7 Exploratory Hikes At Mesa Verde National Park
[Cliff Palace, Mesa Verde National Park. Photo: Srikanth Jandhyala] Mesa Verde National Park is one of the most breathtaking national parks in the West, but unlike Zion and the Grand Canyon, it tends to be off the beaten … [Read more...]
8 Best Day Hikes for All Seasons in Fort Collins
[Sunrise trek by Horsetooth Reservoir. Photo: Steven Bratman] Fort Collins is Colorado's fourth largest city, nestled in the northern foothills of the Front Range. It's gorgeous all year long, with mild enough weather … [Read more...]
How to Survive and Prevent Wild Animal Attacks in Colorado and the Rest of the United States
[Handsome coyote poses in Adams County, Colorado. Photo: Tony's Takes] Animal attacks happen. According to Wilderness and Environmental Medicine, no less than 1882 animal attacks occurred in the US during an eleven year … [Read more...]
Tips For Hiking Safely With Your Dog in the Wild
[Devil's Backbone hike with the dogs. Photo: Sharlee H] Colorado is a spectacular place for hikers, and it's even more fun when you take your furry friend along on the hike. Most visitors hike the trails during the … [Read more...]
Majestic Birds of Colorado
[American Dipper. Photo: Robert Pruner] Colorado is home to several species of birds and certainly has no shortage of picturesque backdrops for them to nest and roost. For those who consider themselves “Birders” and want … [Read more...]
7 Heavenly Hikes around Crested Butte
[Overlooking the Crested Butte valley from atop Mt Crested Butte.] Better known as an "adventure" mountain resort, Crested Butte also offers dozens of hikes ideal for summertime excursions. Scenic trails abound … [Read more...]
3 Dazzling Day Hiking Destinations in Golden
[North Table Mountain in Golden, CO. Photo: BeerAndLoathing] If you enjoy being outside, taking in those scenic views as you get your work out in, and live in the Denver Metropolitan Area, then you should really check … [Read more...]
Colorado’s Snakes: What, When & Where
[Prairie rattlesnake basking on a gravel road running through sandhills in Weld County, Colo. Photo: Andrew DuBois] Some travelers may feel a little uneasy about the idea of encountering a snake on their vacation. … [Read more...]
These Top 7 Aspen Hikes are Worth the Trek
[Top of the Sunnyside Trail. Photo: DigitalWheelie] Mention Aspen, Colorado and most people will instantly think of snow-covered slopes and some of the best skiing in the entire country. Aspen is all that of course, and … [Read more...]
5 Dazzling Hikes around Colorado Springs
The natural beauty of Colorado Springs invited explorers to the base of Pike’s Peak in the early 1800s, and it has been a hub for those who relish the outdoors ever since. Hikers rejoice in the many, many trails … [Read more...]
6 Family Hiking Trails for Summer in Telluride
[Soaking up the scenery high above Bear Creek Falls. Photo: Pat Gaines] Located among Colorado’s San Juan Mountains, Telluride is simply a gorgeous place for hiking. There is an abundance of hiking trails in town, with … [Read more...]
10 Zen Nature Trips in Colorado
[Maroon Lake. Photo: Carl BSr] Do you want to take a break for a while from the buzzing city life and be one with nature? How about taking a breath of some fresh air outside the city and enjoy the spectacular sight of … [Read more...]
Hiking along Hanging Lake Trail
One mile up within the rugged terrain of Glenwood Canyon lies the Hanging Lake. This National Natural Landmark is a geologic wonder: waterfalls that spill into a crystal turquoise lake suspended on the edge of a cliff. … [Read more...]
10 Easy, Moderate & Difficult Estes Park Day Hikes
[Overlooking Nymph Lake in the early morning. Photo: John B. Kalla] As the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Hit the trails this summer and discover … [Read more...]
5 Fantastic Colorado Day Hikes Under 5 Miles
[Aerial view from Gem Lake Trail. Photo: Keith] Colorado is a world renowned destination for all kinds of tourists and adventurers looking to experience the great outdoors. If it’s going to be your first time visiting … [Read more...]
6 Outstanding Overnight Backpacking Hikes in Colorado
[Sunset on the CDT. Photo: BLM] Colorado is a hiker's paradise, full of hidden overnight treks and magnificent multi-day trails. It's among the best places in the world to be for stunning hiking trails. Whether … [Read more...]
Don’t Hike Too Far Without This Important Gear
Colorado is a world class hiking destination, with every kind of hike from simple strolls to epic 14,000+ foot peaks. Whether it's a day hike or an overnight backpacking trek, there are certain essential hiking gear that … [Read more...]
Hiking into the Black Canyon of the Gunnison: The Gunnison Route
["Painted Wall". Photo: Mobilus In Mobili] 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 … [Read more...]
Dino Tracks, Rock Art & Historic Ruins at Picketwire Canyonlands
If you have had the opportunity to visit the Picketwire Canyonlands, at least once, you would understand why hundreds of families come here to spend their holiday each year. Time spent in this historic place is always a … [Read more...]
