Mountains

Dotsero – The Only Active Volcano in CO

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Located in the census-designated place of the same name, Dotsero is an active volcano found in Eagle County, Colorado. Standing tall with a peak elevation of 6,783 feet, Dotsero last erupted approximately ​​4200 years …

Pulpit Rock in CO Springs Austin Bluffs

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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 Bluffs Open Space. Found within city limits, it is very easy to …

Flatirons on Green Mountain in Boulder

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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 …

Does Colorado have any Volcanoes?

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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 much better known for their local volcanic activity than the …

What’s the Mountain on the Coors Can?

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Wilson Peak, the mountain on the Coors Can, is one of the most iconic alpine peaks in the world. Standing at 14,023 feet in elevation, Wilson Peak is the highest point in San Miguel County, and its image has been used to …

10 Captivating Colorado 13ers to Hike

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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 …

Golden’s Lookout Mountain Road + Trail

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If you're living in a busy Colorado city somewhere along the densely populated Front Range, you're lucky to be located in a place with quick access to vast forests, tall peaks, and laid back mountain towns. At just under …