Colorado by Nature: The World’s Most Epic Volcanic Eruption

The world’s largest volcanic eruption—La Garita Caldera—occurred in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains about 28 million years ago.

Hike We Like: The Ouray Perimeter Trail

This incredible six-plus-mile trail has it all—waterfalls, natural pools, old miners caves—as well as extraordinary views of the town dubbed "the Switzerland of America."

Defy Gravity on One of Colorado’s Four Via Ferratas

Test your limits while dangling from the side of a cliff on one of our state’s European-style climbing adventures.

Finding Solitude in Utah’s Capitol Reef National Park

Utah’s Capitol Reef National Park serves up stupendous red rock scenery—without the frustrating summertime crowds you’ll encounter at other nearby parks.

This Invasive Insect Has Local Tree Huggers Worried

The spotted lanternfly may be coming to a tree near you. That's not a good thing.

These Colorado Boat Builders Are Making World-Class Watercraft

Landlocked craftsmen prove the best skiffs and sailboats have a touch of Rocky Mountain DNA.

Visit a Huge Bachelor Bat Colony at the Orient Land Trust

A small stretch of Colorado land houses a massive group of male bats—and other unexpected creatures.

Where to Work Remotely in Colorado’s High Country

The rise of the gig economy means many of us can do our jobs remotely while spending our weekdays exploring the mountains. We've got three suggestions for interim offices.

A Guide to Colorado’s Spectacular Wildflower Season

Colorado’s landscape bursts into a kaleidoscope of color every summer, when more than 3,200 species of wildflowers spring up all over the state. The high elevations hit their budding peaks this month, which means now’s the time to get outside and enjoy the abundance of hues. Here, our guide to where to go, the best ways to get there, and how to identify all those beautiful blooms once you find them.

4 Things to Know Before You Segment-Hike the Colorado Trail

One man offers his sage advice on how to tackle the 486-mile Colorado Trail, piece by piece.

Hike We Like: Herman Gulch Trail

This out-and-back near Idaho Springs leads to an alpine lake that is perfect for cooling off in the dog days of summer—plus you’ll get a great workout with stunning views.

Must-Ride MTB Trail: Canyon and Benjamin Loops in Betasso Preserve

This Boulder County preserve offers a quick (but first-rate) ride on the Canyon and Benjamin Loop Trails, with stunning views and a few leg-burning hills to boot.

Get Your Adrenaline Rush at These High-Elevation Roller Coasters

Celebrate summer in the Rockies with a heart-pounding descent down one of the state's six alpine coasters (plus, a new addition we're looking forward to).

Carbondale’s Cedar Ridge Ranch Is Back—With Alpacas

It took nearly a year of working with county regulators and support from an outside investor, but a family-run Roaring Fork Valley farm is once again offering overnight glamping, artist studios, and other guest experiences (alpaca yoga, anyone?) in an effort to prove that agritourism is a sustainable path forward for Colorado producers.

Hike We Like: Mt. Harvard

Fields of wildflowers and panoramic views of the Collegiate Peaks towering over the Arkansas Valley make every step of this straightforward fourteener a rewarding journey.

First Timer’s Guide: South Lake Tahoe, California

It's always a good time to visit this snow- and sun-kissed city in the Sierra Nevadas.

Hike We Like: The Continental Divide Trail to Fishhook and Lost Lakes

This beautiful excursion to two azure lakes near Steamboat Springs offers a tantalizing taste of Colorado’s portion of the 3,100-mile Continental Divide Trail.

Is Your Cat an Adventure Cat in the Making?

Laura Moss, author of Adventure Cats: Living Nine Lives to the Fullest, gives us a few tips on how to safely encourage your feline to join your next outdoor excursion.

Jet Boating Is the Most Thrilling Way to Enjoy the Colorado River

Jet Boat Colorado, the state's only jet boat tour operator, takes passengers on a exhilarating and scenic ride on a portion of the Colorado River you wouldn't usually get to see.

Top of the Town 2018: Sports, Fitness & Outdoors

Here are some of our favorite ways to recreate in 2018.

Why Pilots Still Can’t Land a Seaplane in Colorado

The latest effort to lift seaplane restrictions failed earlier in April. Here's how you can get your fix.

Two New Waterparks to Check out on Balmy Days

...and one more in the works that we're already excited about.

Meet the Squad Saving Crested Butte’s Wildflowers

We chat with Mountain Manners founder Sue Wallace.

The True Story of a Reluctant Forest Bather

Forest bathing sounds like a fad, but this twist on hiking provided just the mental reset one writer needed.

Six Cool Pairs of Colorado-Designed Sunglasses

These styles will protect your eyes from the brilliant Colorado sun, no matter what warm-weather activity you're pursuing.

Tap Into Colorado’s Western Roots at These Weekly Rodeos

In these mountain towns, rodeo is more than just a Fourth of July event.

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Take a Day Trip to Evergreen

Escape the Denver hubbub with a quick trip to this well-rounded mountain town.

4 Alternatives to Hanging Lake Trail

When Hanging Lake is teeming with tourists, try one of these nearby alternatives.

Backpacking (Sort of) in Glacier National Park

Sleeping at the historic Granite Park Chalet means you still have to hike in—but you don't have to pack a tent.