Colorado by Nature: Rocky Mountain National Park’s Lumpy Ridge

The unique geological makeup of Estes Park’s dramatic, peaky backdrop—which boasts hundreds of climbing routes—has been more than a billion years in the making.

How to Play on Colorado’s Only Wild and Scenic River

Northern Colorado's Cache la Poudre River is the state's only waterway that's protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Just in time for summer, here are eight ways to enjoy this remarkable river.

The Ultralight Gear That Will Save Your Summer Backpacking Trip

Outfitters are making camping equipment that's leaner than ever.

High-Country Hut Trips: Babes In Woodland

High-Country Hut Trips: Ruby Jewel Yurt

High-Country Hut Trips: Lost Wonder Hut

High-Country Hut Trips: High Lonesome Hut

High-Country Hut Trips: Anna’s Cabin

High-Country Hut Trips: Cliff Yurt

High-Country Hut Trips: Jackal Hut

High-Country Hut Trips: The Sneffels Traverse

Electric Longboards Are Having a Moment in Denver

Knights Of The Air (KOTA) longboards struck a balance between a smooth ride and a high-quality motor. And their new boards are so popular it's been tough to keep them in stock.

Could “Horizon Walking” Become the New Peak Bagging?

Forget fourteeners. Leath Tonino is on a far more extensive mission—to explore every horizon he can see from his Crested Butte apartment.

Colorado Search and Rescue Teams Are Finally Starting to Use Drones

The little flying robots can help searchers find those who are trapped, injured, or sick more quickly.

Hike We Like: Stroll to Strawberry Park Hot Springs

This ‘walk in the park’ near Steamboat Springs is a great way for your muscles to earn a soothing soak in one (or all) of the rustic facility’s steaming mineral pools.

7 Colorado-Made Summer Gear Essentials

Outfit your summer with these new, warm-weather releases from local brands.

How Colorado Residents Made History in the Himalayas

Longtime Telluride resident and mountaineer Ben Clark and his team headed to Bhutan to set a record on one of the world's most daunting treks in 2016. A film which chronicles the treacherous experience, "The Snowman Trek," premiers in theaters on Thursday, May 17.

Hike We Like: The Narrows in Zion National Park

With the Virgin River tugging gently at your legs and the towering walls closing in, this trek through Zion Canyon is both cathartic and thrilling.

First-Timer’s Guide: Reno, Nevada

Now that DIA offers direct flights to the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, we've discovered there's more to the western Nevada locale than its proximity to Lake Tahoe.

Hike We Like: Red Mountain Trail

Not up for the Manitou Incline's grueling 2,744 stairs? Try this adjacent 2.6-mile out-and-back trail, with a summit that offers views of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs, and Garden of the Gods.

The Journals You Should Use to Plan Your Summer Adventures

These beautiful books can stand up to the elements.

Tracee Metcalfe, Vail Doctor and Everest Summitter, Talks Mountain Medicine

Tracee Metcalfe Dishes About Doctoring Near Everest's Death Zone

3 Unconventional Ways You Could Be Exploring Colorado

Replace your tried-and-true hikes and mountain bike excursions with jaunts by motorcycle, balloon, and rope.

10 Classic Western Landmarks You Should Visit Now

From Colorado's Black Canyon to Montana's Glacier National Park, here's our list of the Mountain West's 10 most iconic landmarks.

This Colorado-Made Travel Backpack Feeds Hungry Families

For every daypack sold, Adventurist Backpack Co. provides 25 meals to those in need through their nonprofit partner, Feeding America.

Hike We Like: Heil Valley Ranch’s Overland Loop

This relaxing stroll explores the newest trail in a beautiful ranch-turned-open space parcel in the foothills south of Lyons.

Sunny Stroeer Is on a 812-Mile Mission to Advocate for Wilderness Preservation

The Boulder-based ultrarunner and climber is on a self-supported journey on the Hayduke Trail to raise awareness for the protection of national monuments.

Hike We Like: Pulpit Rock Park Trail

The easily accessible route offers surprising solitude, despite its location near I-25.

Hike We Like: Lookout Mountain Trail

This short hike is the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of the Mile High City—without traveling too far from home.

The 5280 Guide to Mud Season

We found 24 reasons—from sublime spa deals to epic bike rides to effortless fly-fishing—you should head to the high country this spring.