Where the legendary Western gunslinger John Henry “Doc” Holliday is actually buried depends on who you ask. Though historians and the general public posit that his remains are located in the Linwood Cemetery in Glenwood …
Landmarks
10 Colorado Highway & Railroad Tunnels
Tunnels are an incredible feat of human engineering. By boring out tons and tons of earth, we can make pathways through mountains and beneath water, making travel easier for everyone. Among the many well-built and …
Camping by Moffat Tunnel in Rollinsville
Tucked away in the Roosevelt National Forest, the Moffat Tunnel used to offer trips through the Continental Divide. Now it's widely popular for outdoor recreation, mainly camping, hiking, biking, and …
The 7 Remaining Drive-Ins of Colorado
While going to the movies may soon become obsolete with the rise of on-demand movies, there are still 305 drive-in movie theaters operating in the United States today, and Colorado is home to seven of them. Find out …
10 Captivating Colorado 13ers to Hike
When it comes to Colorado's mountains, those that stand 14,000 feet and higher are typically the ones that hog all the glory. But don't let the numbers fool you. Some of the most gorgeous views and challenging climbing …
Large and Powerful Dams of Colorado
You might not realize it, but most large bodies of water in Colorado are dammed up manmade reservoirs and not natural lakes. Like the rest of the American West, Colorado is quite dry and is trending even dryer because of …
Flatirons on Green Mountain in Boulder
Towering over the southwest of town, the Flatirons are Boulder’s most iconic rock formations. As a set of dramatic, pointed slabs, the Flatirons provide a beautiful background to the city and can easily be identified …
Starry Night | Colorado’s Dark Sky Community
Just after the sun has dipped behind the mountains in the tiny town of Westcliffe, the world seems to go quiet. All may appear dark but there is an entire other world waiting to be discovered if you’re willing to stay up …
Old Churches and Cathedrals of Denver
With Denver’s rich history, it’s no wonder that there are many architecture gems waiting to be discovered. One of the best ways to take in some of the city’s history and unique structures is to visit one of the many old …
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 …
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 the late 1800s. There are castles of varying architecture …
The Coolest Murals in Colorado Springs
The art scene in Colorado Springs has flourished over the last few years, spurred on in part by the Art on the Streets program as well as other local initiatives like the Knobhill Urban Arts District. This has left the …
Year Round Hiking in the Garden of the Gods
Colorado is known for being a winter destination, but there's more to the state than epic ski slopes. Explorers, skiers, and snow-lovers in general flock to the state during the winter months, but the southern part of …
Educational Field Trips in Colorado for All Ages
Field trips were always the best school days you could hope for. They're educational and got you out of the dull classroom and into the real world. Too bad most jobs don't have the pleasure of a field trip, though a …