7 Mesmerizing Hikes at Mesa Verde
Mesa Verde National Park is one of the most breathtaking national parks in the West, but unlike Zion and the Grand Canyon, it tends to be off the beaten path …
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Visit Ancient Puebloan Ruins in Colorado
Evidence of Colorado’s early Native American cultures exists at sites across the state, existing in various forms from ancient tools and pictographs to …
7 Captivating Hiking Trails around Cortez
Located in the sparsely populated southwestern corner of Colorado, the city of Cortex and the surrounding area are steeped in history, natural splendor, and …
Camp at these Colorado Casino RV Parks
With some of the most scenic drives in the country, Colorado is a great place to spend time on the road, touring the Rocky Mountain landscape in a recreational …
The Original Natives of Colorado
Colorado, like most states, has its squabbles between “locals” and “outsiders”, or “natives” and “newcomers”. The original Coloradans are the Native Americans …
Trio of Fantastic Four Corners Road Trips
In the late summer and early fall, it’s hard to beat a road trip through the four Corners region, the place where the states of Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, …
3 Private Colorado Hot Springs with Lodging
Private Colorado hot springs are abundant and extraordinarily diverse in their offerings. As you’d expect, lodging rates for your oasis are higher than a …
6 Best Wineries near Durango, Colorado
Not to be missed in Durango and the surrounding area are the local artisans producing wine and cider. Tasting these local beverages can add to the experience of …
5 Great Museums near Cortez, Colorado
Southwestern Colorado is rich in archaeology and American Indian culture. Located near the towns of Cortez and Dolores, and Mesa Verde National Monument, …
Camping near Cortez, Dolores and Mancos, around Mesa Verde
Tucked away between Cortez and Mancos in Southwest Colorado, Mesa Verde is the state’s second most visited national park (after RMNP). Along with neighbor …
2 Best Hotels in Dolores, Colorado
Nestled amongst canyon walls where the Dolores River runs through, the small town of Dolores is the perfect home base for exploring the Western Slope of …
Double Down at Colorado’s 2 Indian Casinos
Colorado’s Native American casinos are found within the Ute Mountain National Reservation, where the Southern Ute Tribe has lived officially since 1897. …
8 Best Hotels in Cortez, Colorado
Visit the archeology star of Colorado! Cortez boasts a range of great hotels and vacation rentals to accommodate Montezuma County visitors. There’s plenty …
3 Best Hotels in Mancos, Colorado
Located just six miles east of Mesa Verde National Park, the small town of Mancos is the perfect place to stop in or stay awhile when visiting the national …
Top things to do in Cortez, Colorado
Resting between the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument and Mesa Verde National Park, the small town of Cortez is bursting with culture and archeological …
Snow-free Winter Hike on Sand Canyon Trail
When you need a break from snow and ice, try the red rock of McElmo Canyon and the Sand Canyon Trail in southwestern Colorado. The lower part of this trail in …
7 Things You Maybe Didn’t Know Were in Colorado
Colorado’s gorgeous mountain scenery and world-class skiing attract quite a bit of tourist attention. But there is more to Colorado than just snowcapped peaks. …