What to do in Colorado if you don’t ski?
While Colorado is known across the world for its incredible ski resorts, not everyone who visits ends up hitting the slopes. So rest assured, there are plenty …
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Stay Overnight in Colorado’s 10th Mountain Backcountry Huts
Plan your next mountain adventure with the 10th Mountain Division Hut Association. Choose from more than 30 backcountry huts connected by over 350 miles of …
5 Reasons to Visit Mesa Verde this Winter
In the A.D. 1200s, the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde were home to ancestral Pueblo Indian people. Today, visitors come from all over the world to explore the …
20 Things To Do this Winter in Colorado
Admiring the winter season is easy when there are so many fun activities to indulge in Colorado. From traditional downhill skiing and snowboarding to fishing on …
What to do Before, During and After an Avalanche
If you plan on being outdoors in the mountains during winter, avalanche preparedness isn’t just a nice thing to be familiar with; it’s information …
10 Best Colorado Snowshoeing Spots
Snowshoeing is a great way to explore Colorado’s wilderness each winter. You’ll connect with nature on a snowshoe trek. Luckily, the Rocky Mountains …
How Common are Avalanches in Colorado?
Colorado’s mountains are a paradise for skiers, snowboarders, and snowmobilers, but enjoying outdoor winter recreation in the state carries serious risks. …
Colorado Ski Resorts with Gondola Rides
There’s something special about riding a gondola up the ski slopes, especially in a place as pretty as Colorado. You’re comfortably covered by walls …
Where in Colorado Gets the Most Snow?
If you’re looking for the most snow in Colorado, you’ll have to head uphill. Tucked into some of the high-elevation areas throughout the state, Colorado’s Rocky …
The Coolest Cabin Rentals in Colorado
Colorado is home to some of the most scenic and relaxing cabin, hut, and yurt rentals in North America. From basic accommodations set in majestic state parks to …
Snowshoeing Vallecito Creek Trail, The Weminuche Wilderness
You don’t have to give up hiking or long walks in the woods just because there’s a foot or two of snow outside. In fact, having a foot or two of snow is a great …
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 …
Bring Your Dog Cross Country Skiing at Bayfield’s Vallecito Lake
Love your dog and love to have fun in the snow? Want to have some fun away from the crowds? The Vallecito Nordic trailhead is a great option for you, your dog, …
Planning Your First Colorado Ski Hut Trip
Now that you’re in the Rocky Mountains, how about taking your very first hut trip? Colorado is home to the best and most exciting backcountry huts, offering …
6 Great Places to Snowshoe in Boulder County
Boulder, Colorado provides great outdoor recreational opportunities, year round. During the winter, one of the most popular and accessible recreational …
Trio of Colorado’s Coolest Winter Hikes
It’s easy to see why the Centennial State attracted 86 million visitors in 2017. While tourism may be expected to slow down over the winter months, things …
Winter Walk to Steamboat’s Fish Creek Falls
Steamboat Springs is well known throughout Colorado for its champagne powder skiing, natural hot springs and sensational shopping & dining. Over the winter …
How to Make Snowshoes on a Budget
[Tennis racket snowshoes. Photo: instructables.com] Trudging through the snow in regular boots is a very exhausting experience. It doesn’t take very much weight …