Because of Colorado's Wild West past and multiple mining rushes, the Southern Rocky Mountains are filled with historic towns. Some went belly-up and turned to ghost towns, while others burnt to the ground. Luckily, many …
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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 trails accessible to hikers, mountain bikers, skiers, and …
The US Army’s 10th Mountain Division and Colorado
The thought of an elite group of skiers who scale cliff faces and fight bad guys atop mountains sounds like the stuff of predictable action movies. However, unpredictably, this division of the US Army is very much real …
Which hot springs are near what Colorado towns?
Whether you're shredding the local ski slopes, hiking the region's highest peaks, or even just strolling the town's historic district, sometimes recreation is best paired with a soak in thermal hot springs. The Rocky …
Camping near Leadville and Twin Lakes
Colorado's highest incorporated city at 10,152 feet offers some spectacular camping in the close vicinity of majestic alpine peaks and lakes. Between Leadville and Twin Lakes, CO, there are many cool campgrounds and …
8 Great Glamping Spots in Colorado
Who says camping can’t be glamorous? Well, you certainly don’t have to be Daniel Boon to enjoy the outdoors in Colorado. With the latest trend in fancy camping, there are plenty of top glamping locations for those …
4 Ghost Towns near Leadville, Colorado
Clear Creek Canyon is full of ruins from Colorado's early mining days. There are four remaining ghost towns in the canyon, which lies just west of Clear Creek Reservoir from Highway 24. Clear Creek runs the length of …
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 …
The Top Events in Leadville, Colorado
Besides beautiful mountain scenery and a national historic downtown, there are many top events in Leadville. The town offers plenty to do, with a unique festival for everyone all year round. Cold weather and a high …
5 Historical Figures That Transformed Colorado and Beyond
From personalities that continue to inspire to those who met tragically predictable ends, Colorado has been the home of many influential historical figures since long before it became an official US state in 1876. The …
5 Best Hotels in Leadville, Colorado
Experience Colorado mountain living on cloud nine in the highest incorporated municipality in the country. Leadville features a slew of top hotels to accommodate travelers to Lake County. At nearly 10,200 feet …
Top things to do in Leadville, Colorado
Hidden up amongst the highest mountains in the state, Leadville is a place of big adventure. The Lake County Seat has an array of things to do all year long, from downhill skiing to hiking to an alpine train …
The Highest Elevated Towns in Colorado
Whether you're looking to beat the summer heat of Colorado's urban front range, or are just curious, the Rocky Mountains boast several towns at a very high elevation. From the largest incorporated city in the U.S. to one …
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 …
All Aboard! Colorado’s Top 10 Train Rides
Colorado's scenic train rides are some of the best in the country. From utility to tourist attraction, the state's railroad system has seen its share of twists and turns and ups and downs since its inception. Today you …
Explore These 5 Colorado Halls Of Fame
The hall of fame is a uniquely American creation. Other cultures have honored their famous artists and statesmen in museums. But it was the Americans, steeped in democratic tradition, who began voting on fame, actually …
What is Colorado is known for?
Colorado is known for a lot of things, but most of the world probably thinks of stunning mountain scenery when they think of the state. But in addition to the high country, the Centennial State is famous for lots of …
14 Charming Main Streets in Colorado
Colorado charms its visitors with its stunning landscape, from towering mountain peaks and deep canyons to its rushing rivers and vast mesas. But the state also lures in its visitors with its picturesque main …
3 Bucket List Trail Races in Colorado
[Charging up Pikes Peak Ascent. Photo: Bryan Oller] If you’re a trail runner, Colorado is like your veritable mecca. It’s home to a rich and diverse landscape, tons of varying weather, urban running locales and ones that …
White Mountain Tours: Get Your Zip On!
White Mountain Tours has been guiding guests through thrilling, unique adventures since 1990 on their 2,500-acre piece of private heaven. Located seven miles north of Leadville and fifteen miles south of Copper Mountain, …
