Drive or take the cog rail, or if you're really crazy, run up the mountain. The view inspired the lyrics for "America the Beautiful"
Melt any muscle aches away in the world’s largest hot-springs pool. Mineral-rich waters between 90 and 93 degrees, a kiddie pool, water slides and mini golf add an element of playfulness.
Bushwacker, Happy Thoughts, Holy Cow! Some of the best terrain I have skied in my life. Double Black Diamond extreme runs as well.
St. Mary's Glacier is a nice beginner hiking area. They charge $5 for parking--or park along the road for free.
Feeling ambitious? Try hitting the trail at 10pm and go for a sunrise summit push. Catching the sunrise from the summit of Long's Peak is incredible. (Don't forget your headlamp!)
16 lifts, 1,167 acres of skiing, and 121 trails. One of the smaller ski resorts, however, the skiing is still breathtaking. And the town of Crested Butte is by far the most charming in Colorado.
Start your day on the eastern-facing slopes - Ruthie's, Strawpile, Bear Paw and the other Dumps. Then head to Back of Bell, Copper and Walsh's. By afternoon, find sun on Face and Shoulder of Bell.
Go to Bear Lake! It's gorgeous and a beautiful little winter wonderland when it's snowing!!!
This legendary, acoustically perfect summer concert venue is surrounded by towering red sandstone monoliths and Denver views. Trails take bikers and hikers through past striking rock formations.
Pull over for prime wildlife watching. More than 3,000 elk and 800 bighorn sheep live in Rocky Mountain National Park, and this U-shaped valley is a regular gathering spot for bugling elk.
Short hike to main fall, if you have time pack water and food and continue on to second fall. PS. Did you know that the main fall is on the Coors can?
This National Natural Landmark offers admission to some memorable scenery, featuring unusual sandstone rock formations up to 300 feet high silhouetted against the deep blue sky.
