Prominent Prisons in Colorado and Their Famous Inmates
Colorado currently has 20 state-run prisons run by the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC), and four federal institutions. As of 2022, there were 17,168 …
Landmarks
Colorado’s Largest Major Rivers
When Colorado’s famous snow melts in the spring, it fuels the state’s gorgeous rivers. This large Western state is home to more than 107,000 miles of rivers, …
Dinosaur Fossils Found in Colorado
Whether you live in Colorado, vacation there, or just briefly visit on your way through (but really, you should stay a while), you already know about its …
8 Famous Pedestrian and Highway Bridges in Colorado
Bridges have been the cornerstone of landscape architecture since Roman times, so it’s no surprise that throughout Colorado, many styles of bridges are found. …
Drink from Manitou’s 8 Mineral Springs
Manitou Springs is more than just a quaint resort town and suburb a few miles west of Colorado Springs – it’s where “The Springs” got its name. The …
6 Captivating Colorado Castles to See
Who knew that Colorado had so many castles? A day trip touring the myriad of enchanting Colorado Castles is a chance to experience the royalty and grandeur of …
Hiking by Pulpit Rock at Austin Bluffs Open Space in Colorado Springs
North of downtown Colorado Springs, Pulpit Rock is a popular natural rock feature and namesake for the 500-acre Pulpit Rock Park located within the Austin …
Wondrous Winter Road Trips In Colorado
Road-tripping is an American pastime, and traveling in Colorado should be too. Year-round its changing seasons provide unique opportunities for cross-state …
The Eastern Plains of Colorado
The eastern plains are an integral part of Colorado’s culture and history. Covering almost a third of the state this region offers unique terrain, towns, …
10 Must-See Rocky Mountain National Park Landmarks
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 …
Sports Stadiums around Mile High City
Denver’s a big-time sports town, with professional teams competing in all the major leagues. To host these pro games, there are a myriad of sports …
Colorado’s Front Range––Much More Than Big Cities
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 …
Does Colorado have any Volcanoes?
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 …
Exploring the 9 Natural Wonders of Colorado
If you’ve never been to Colorado, you are missing out on some of the most gorgeous, scenic sights in the country. Whether it’s skiing or exploring the wide …
4 Roadside Art Stops in Eastern Colorado
Art can take on many different forms and appear in some of the most obscure places and it does exactly that on Colorado’s Eastern Plains. While most venture to …
The Continental Divide through Colorado
Everyone has heard of the Continental Divide that runs north and south throughout North America. But so much of what makes up the divide is only read about or …
Colorado’s “Spaceship House” by I-70
It’s a spaceship! It’s a UFO! It’s… just a home on a hill in Genesee, Colorado?! Catching the eyes of motorists driving west along Interstate 70 every day, …
What is Colorado Springs known for?
gAs 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 …
Discover these Ice Caves in Colorado
If you live in Colorado or visit the state regularly, you already know it’s a state shaped by remarkable natural landscapes found in places like the …
Exploring the Alpine Tunnel by Pitkin, CO
Colorado’s rich history of the railroad system is made evident throughout many parts of the state. One of the more impressive historical displays of Colorado’s …