Guanella Pass is a remarkable drive between two major highways. This national scenic byway connects I-70 and Georgetown, to the north, with Highway 285 and Grant, to the south. It begins directly from downtown … [Read more...]
Adventure All Year in Estes Park
Many head to Colorado Springs to hike the trails when warm weather finally hits, and even more take to the slopes of Aspen and Vail during the winter. Estes Park, however, is just one of those perfect destinations where … [Read more...]
Spray Your Friends with Paint at Denver’s Blitz Paintball
With all the paint flying everywhere, paintball is sure to get your adrenaline going. And Blitz Paintball is one of Colorado's premiere places for to spray paint! Blitz has seven outdoor fields open year round, each … [Read more...]
Explore these 4 Unexpected Adventures in Manitou Springs
Downtown Manitou Springs. Photo: Zarani aka Vanitea I have lived and worked in Manitou for more than fifteen years, and like most “locals” have never really taken the time to explore all that this picturesque town has … [Read more...]
Get Down In The Canyon At Castlewood Canyon State Park
When people come to visit Colorado, they immediately head for the Rockies or spend their days scouring Denver for locally sourced delicacies that just can’t be found in other cities across the U.S. Hikers are looking for … [Read more...]
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 a crystal turquoise lake suspended on the edge of a cliff. … [Read more...]
Families Spring into Action in Colorado Springs
Too many times parents forego their desired vacation destination because it’s unclear whether it will be a good trip with the kids or not. Families are always on the lookout for places the little ones will love. … [Read more...]
Powder Addiction: Snowcat Skiing on Jones Pass
Snowcat skiing with Powder Addiction. Photo: Scott Hefel Just a short 45 minutes from Denver, atop Jones Pass, Powder Addiction snowcat skiing offers not only thrilling backcountry powder adventures, but also a crew … [Read more...]
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 found … [Read more...]
Grand Adventures: Divide and Conquer!
Grand Adventures has the only 12,000-foot snowmobile game in town when it comes to conquering the Continental Divide. You can truly see for miles from up there, surveying Winter Park Ski Area and Fraser Valley … [Read more...]
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 months, most travelers miss out on the opportunity to … [Read more...]
Saddleback Ranch: Year Round Action in Steamboat Springs
Saddleback Ranch is a fourth generation, 8,000 acre, actual live working cattle ranch located just 17 miles from Steamboat Springs. Wayne and Luanna Iacovetto purchased Saddleback Ranch from Luanna's father, Jim … [Read more...]
Power to the Powderhounds: Backcountry Skiing in the San Juan Mountains
Photo: San Juan Untracked Off-piste: Existing or taking place on snow that has not been compacted into tracks. Off-piste skiing: Of or relating to skiing on virgin snow off the regular runs. It’s safe to say that … [Read more...]
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, … [Read more...]
T-Lazy-7 Ranch Snowmobiling: Splendor in the Snow
T-Lazy-7 Ranch, Aspen’s oldest working ranch, has exclusive snowmobile rights to the White River National Forest at Independence Pass and all the way up to the Maroon Bells, two majestic “fourteeners” at 14,163 and … [Read more...]
4 Winter Motorcycle Rides from Denver
Once winter sets in, it feels like an eternity before riding your motorcycle is an option. On the rare chance that we do get a day or two of good weather, it’s nice to know there are some rides that aren’t riddled with … [Read more...]
Let the Good Times Adventures Roll in Breckenridge
Photo: Good Times Adventures For over 30 years, Good Times Adventures has given Breckenridge residents and visitors the exhilarating time of their lives, racing across 40 miles of trails in some of the most gorgeous … [Read more...]
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 opportunity to experience the quiet beauty of a landscape … [Read more...]
What’s the oldest continually operating ski area in Colorado?
Ski slalom. Photo: David_Chinoy Once a week we throw out a Colorado trivia question. Find out how well you know the Centennial State. Scroll down to see how you … [Read more...]
Dogs With Heart: Durango Dog Ranch Sled Tours
Photo: Durango Dog Ranch Gregg and Gretchen Dubit have been running the snowy Southwestern trails with their sled dogs for over 20 years. Their Durango Dog Ranch is located in Hesperus, 20 minutes west of the county … [Read more...]
