Adventure : Page 2

Tap Into Colorado’s Western Roots at These Weekly Rodeos

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

By Rejena Carmichael

Baggage Claim

By Daliah Singer

Take a Day Trip to Evergreen

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

By Jeff Waraniak

4 Alternatives to Hanging Lake Trail

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

By Paul Cuno-Booth

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.

By Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan

The Best Camera Bags to Capture Adventure in Colorado

Now there’s no excuse for going on an adventure without your (D)SLR camera.

By Jeff Waraniak

How to Explore Jackson, Wyoming During the Offseason

From art to wildlife to pastries, you can find it all in this remote yet chic mountain town.

By Daliah Singer

Inside Edge

Taos Ski Valley is carving out a new future by leaning into the past—and Coloradans are paying attention.

By Amanda M. Faison

The Best Paddling Adventures in the West

Colorado and its neighbors may not have access to open water, but they're hotbeds for paddle sports of all kinds nonetheless.

By Lindsey B. Koehler

The Guide to the Four Corners

Thirty-two reasons to make the 420-mile drive to the Four Corners region.

By Kasey Cordell

Fresh Fairways

A par-72 championship golf course is coming Berthoud, marking a rare (but welcome) new development in Colorado.

By Daliah Singer

Hike We Like: Crater Lakes

This forested trail through the James Peak Wilderness leads to a pair of sparkling, trout-filled lakes nestled beneath the Continental Divide.

By Terri Cook

The Fjällräven Classic Returns to the Colorado Rockies for a Third Year

The Swedish outdoor brand’s annual multi-day trekking event will take place June 27-29 in Summit County.

By Tyra Sutak

7 Wheelchair-Accessible Outdoor Activities in Colorado

Your guide to some of the most inclusive and accessible state parks and trails in Colorado.

By Julia Talen

Don’t Miss the Timberline Cruiser Regatta

Frisco’s wacky celebration of sailing and all things summer will take place on June 23.

By Terri Cook

Women’s Wilderness Empowers Girls to Love the Outdoors

For 20 years, the Boulder-based nonprofit has helped girls learn outdoor skills through backpacking excursions, rock climbing camps, and day hiking trips. Now, they're expanding their focus to reach even more communities.

By Victoria Carodine

Heading Outside This Summer? Great! Please Adventure Responsibly

The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and the Colorado Tourism Office have released Care for Colorado, a new set of principles designed to encourage both tourists and locals to be better stewards of the outdoors.

By Daliah Singer

First-Timer’s Guide: Lyons, Colorado

One of Colorado’s best kept adventure town secrets is just a short drive from Denver.

By Tyra Sutak

Hike We Like: Eagle’s View Loop

Enjoy green meadows, shady forests, and great views of America’s Mountain along this classic foothills hike near Conifer.

By Logan Abbott, Terri Cook

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.

By Lon Abbott, Terri Cook

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.

By Katie Coakley