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 are full of free trails to access such amazing sights. There are …
Clear Creek County
Colorado’s Best Small Christmas Towns to Visit
What better way to spend Christmas than in a quaint mountain town, blanketed with snow and colorful Christmas lights that seem to light up the sky? While you’ll find almost every town in Colorado celebrates the season in …
Handsome Historic Districts of Colorado
Take a peek into Colorado’s past with a visit to one of these historic districts. Each one has blocks lined with colorful old buildings, many of them original from the town's Old West heydays. From the Front Range to …
11 Colorful Autumn Drives in Colorado
Come September the aspens begin to glow! Fall is one of the best times to tour the Rockies. The leaves usually begin changing in early September and last no longer than mid-October. It all depends on the weather, so be …
Exploring the Caves and Caverns of Colorado
Some of the most stunning landscapes on Earth are found in Colorado, and for good reason. This amazing state is home to so many different microclimates, ecosystems, and geological marvels that it would take an entire …
Find the Ski Shack on Loveland Pass
Loveland Pass is probably the most skied backcountry terrain in all of the Rockies. On any given winter day you'll find hoards of skiers and snowboarders waiting for a lift back to the top. Last weekend I …
Camping near Idaho Springs, Georgetown and Guanella Pass
Idaho Springs and Georgetown are a couple of the most accessible mountain towns from the Denver Metro. Both are often overlooked for nearby Summit County, but these towns of Clear Creek County offer a gateway to some …
Spend the day or night at these 15 Colorado Hot Springs with Lodging
After a long, rewarding hot springs soak, the last thing you want to do is drive somewhere. Why not be only steps from your bed? These Colorado hot springs resorts all offer overnight lodging, with options varying from …
Top things to do in Idaho Springs, CO
One of the closest mountain retreats to the busy Denver Metropolitan Area, Idaho Springs offers tourists and locals plenty to do year round. Enjoy nearby winter ski trips or summer drives up the local 14er, Mt …
4 Best Hotels in Georgetown, Colorado
Tucked away on the south side of Highway 70, 12 miles east of the Eisenhower Tunnel, Georgetown is a quaint gem with several top hotels and accommodations. Because of its distance of 45 minutes from downtown Denver, it …
Top 4 Cool & Unusual Hotels in Idaho Springs
Idaho Springs is one of the easiest mountain towns to reach from the Denver Front Range. It makes a great basecamp for exploring the Rocky Mountains, while still benefiting from the capital city's proximity. Enjoy the …
Ice Fishing beside I-70 in Georgetown
Georgetown Lake is visible from I-70 and one of the main attractions in Clear Creek County. Year round the lake gets use, especially for fishing. The lake begins to freeze over around November and ice fishing …
Roundup of Black Hawk’s Lavish Casinos
Out of all the places to gamble in Colorado, Black Hawk takes the cake with largest number of casinos. This list contains the notable casinos for year round gambling in Black Hawk, Colorado. Those of you that think …