Sawmill Trail Breckenridge
The Sawmill Trail is just a few steps from downtown Breckenridge at the bottom of the Snowflake lift. An easy hike that is kid friendly and takes about an hour round trip.
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Elitch Gardens: Holding a Lofty Place in Denver History
“Not to see Elitch’s is not to see Denver.” That sign on the giant Ferris wheel greets guests as they enter the Elitch Gardens theme park in downtown Denver, which, in 2010, is marking its 120-year anniversary. The slogan may…
The Wild Animal Sanctuary: Keeping Creatures Safe in Keenesburg
Lions and tigers and bears – plus wolves, bobcats, coyotes and other large carnivores – call the Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado, home. The sanctuary, 30 miles northeast of Denver, provides 320 acres of grassland habitat and shelters to…
Top Five Gunnison Activities: Water Sports
At 7,700 feet of altitude and inside a river basin, Gunnison, Colorado is a well-endowed setting for summer fun and high adventure. Check out Gunnison for iconic outdoor Rocky Mountain activities like rafting and fly fishing, or try something new…
Step Back in Time: Loveland’s Sweetheart of a Museum
The tidy city of Loveland is known for its sculpture shows every August. But, make no mistake, this city serves up art year-round — on the streets, in the parks and at the Loveland Museum/Gallery in the heart of downtown.…
Colorado Camping: Mesa Verde National Park a Favorite
Colorful Colorado just seems to be built for family camping because it’s packed with magnificent scenery, fascinating history and superb outdoor adventure. Of all the great places where our family has camped in the U.S. and Canada, we rank Mesa…
The Cellar: A Boutique Wine Shop in Fort Collins
Nestled in the charming town of Fort Collins lies a boutique gourmet wine shop called The Cellar. I went to their popular wine tasting event they host every Saturday and, needless to say, I was not disappointed. This charming boutique…
Snow and Spas: Stay in Keystone
Keystone is one of Colorado’s many premier ski locations. Cradled amongst the vistas of the Continental Divide and steeped in thousands of acres of wilderness, Keystone makes for the perfect location for Colorado vacation skiers, snowboarders, and outdoor enthusiasts. With…
Ahhhh, Spa! Englewood’s Inverness Feels Like a Retreat
Driving to a strip mall and clumping my clothes into a corner of the massage room isn’t really my idea of a spa experience. So I am a bit uneasy about visiting a hotel spa located in a business park.…
Scenic Byway: Trail Ridge Road
In an alpine meadow carpeted with lush grasses, newborn white-spotted elk frolic under the watchful eyes of their mothers. Travelers edge their cars onto the shoulder of Trail Ridge Road, opening their windows to gaze at the endearing wildlife “nursery.”…
Summer Fun: 5 Free Activities to Do in Golden
As summertime comes to Colorado, so does the onslaught of outdoor enthusiasts. But you don’t have to leave the Denver area to find adventure. Golden, just west of Denver, offers a variety of free activities year-round that are especially fun…
Chicago Basin: A Photographers Dream
If the Mobil Travel Guides rated wilderness, Chicago Basin would certainly garner five stars. It is nestled high in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado, one of the most rugged and seductive alpine regions to be found in the…
Outdoor Activities Make Spring Come Alive in Steamboat Springs
When most vacationers think of Steamboat Springs, Colorado vacations, they instantly think of snow and snow sports, but this community offers numerous things to see and do once the snow melts. In fact, the vast number of outdoor activities available…
Five Boulder Attractions You Can Enjoy for Free
Boulder, Colorado vacations in the summer provide a wide mix of things to do, many of which center on the outdoors. With weather at its best in the summer months, you can spend much of your time exploring this beautiful…
Summer in Steamboat Springs: 7 Ways to Play
One of the great joys of summer is getting outside and enjoying the sun. With its 300-plus days of sunshine, Colorado summers are as long as the mountains are tall, and one place to enjoy the blue skies and mountain…
The Brown Palace: Denver’s Historic Gem
Beneath a grand ceiling of stained glass, the soft ringing of teaspoons as they hit saucers echoes through the atrium lobby of Denver’s historic Brown Palace Hotel. The sound of Afternoon Tea is coupled with melodious piano being played for…
Peaks Trail: Four Seasons of Play
Most people traveling the nine or so miles between Breckenridge and Frisco make use of Colorado Highway 9 or the bike path that parallels it. But when powered by foot, mountain bike or ski, the Peaks Trail is by…
Zip Lining Through the Rockies: Finding Your Teen’s Inner Tarzan
My 19-year-old, Henry, is pretty set on being as “manly” as possible at all times. Yet even he looked a bit askance at the sight before him. “You mean I’m going to just be hanging on that little cable over…
Leanin’ Tree Museum and Sculpture Garden of Western Art
6055 Longbow Drive Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: 1.303.729.3440 or 1.800.777.8716 x5 www.LeaninTreeMuseum.com Boulder’s Leanin’ Tree Museum and Sculpture Garden of Western Art Enjoy our FREE museum exhibiting 250 paintings and 150 bronze sculptures by 100 artists. This is a…
Find Family-Friendly Fun in Colorado Springs
While many Colorado towns were settled by miners and ranchers, the appeal of Colorado Springs, the second largest city in Colorado, was its climate and culture. In the late 1800s, it was known as “Little London” since it had many…
Bumps for Boomers: On Aspen Mountain
Atop Aspen Mountain, we clip into short fat skis. Just over 3 feet long, these twin-tipped “skiboards” would look trendy on a teen, but that’s not us. We’re a group of gray-heads for whom the term “hip” is usually followed…
Lure of the Flies: Knee Deep in Cold Water
Bubbles rise and a strange chortle comes from beneath the pond’s murky surface. It’s the sound of trout laughing. The fish, doubling over in gill-splitting glee, watch my first attempts to fly cast. For practice, my guide and instructor, Steve,…
Small Town: Big Dining
Most towns of 800 people are lucky to have a diner or two, let alone a full-service restaurant. But Ouray has bucked the trend of boring small-town fare. This tiny mountain town, often called Colorado’s Little Switzerland, has 19 food…
Unparalleled Parking: Reserve Space Before Heading to DIA
It happens all the time: You’re a little late out the door and you hit bad traffic on Interstate 70 on your way to the airport. You barely have enough time to make your flight, but now you’re circling the…
Summertime in Colorado: Music’s In the Air
Summertime in the Colorado mountains delights the ears. Tumbling streams, warbling birdsong, wind whistling down the canyons… every day is an open-air concert. But the Rocky Mountains also happen to be home to four nationally-recognized festivals with world-class musical offerings…
Evergreen Eateries: A Full Range of Dining Options
Less than 30 miles west of Denver, Evergreen, Colorado, is perfectly located between the metropolis and the mountains. The area is home to hiking trails, bike paths, scenic views — and more than a few restaurants to tempt your taste…
Mush! Frolic In the Snow With the Dogs
Every time Nick Miller, manager at Krabloonik Kennels, starts to hitch up his team, they go crazy. “They love it,” Miller says. “As soon as they realize they’re going out, they get excited, even if they’ve already been out that…