
Hike We Like: The Boulder Skyline Traverse
Ever wish the view never ended? It doesn’t on this all-day hike across Boulder’s ragged horizon.
Ever wish the view never ended? It doesn’t on this all-day hike across Boulder’s ragged horizon.
Explore one of Colorado’s most dramatic alpine valleys on this better-in-winter romp through the national park.
Soak in unobstructed views of the Flatirons and meander through serene wooded sections on this moderately challenging lollipop-loop.
This less-trodden trail in Rocky Mountain National Park ends at a frozen alpine lake, where you’re treated to views of Longs Peak and the beautiful Keyboard of the Winds rock formations.
This one-way route in the heart of Rocky Mountain National Park is a great intermediate snowshoe or backcountry ski adventure.
Instead of sitting in I-70 traffic this weekend, head south to enjoy this mellow snowshoe or ski trail along the historic Old Monarch Pass road to crest the Continental Divide for big-time vistas.
Century-old grave markers dot this easy, meandering hike through aspen-filled Central City Cemetery.
Break through a mixed forest with splashes of fall color to big-time vistas of the serrated skyline of the Continental Divide.
Score a panorama of yellow aspens on this fall-perfect, 4-mile round-trip to Lost Lake outside of Nederland.
Climb to the crown of the Front Range on an all-day adventure.
Choose your own adventure in this liquid labyrinth in northern Colorado’s high country.
This mellow hike is the easiest route up Green Mountain, the middle peak among Boulder’s five signature summits.
This stunning trail just outside of Morrison leads to an expansive summit with a 360-degree view of the Front Range and beyond.
This little-known trail in southeastern Colorado’s Comanche National Grassland leads to more than 1,300 dinosaur footprints exposed along the banks of the Purgatoire River.
With three frozen waterfalls and cascades to choose from, the main trail through this beautiful basin lets you select the destination and length of your next winter adventure.
It’s only two miles to this 8,020-foot summit near Colorado Springs, but you’ll need to climb more than 1,000 vertical feet and scramble over a few boulders to reach it.
Follow in pilgrims’ footsteps to view the iconic cross of snow that formed the centerpiece of a now-defunct national monument near Vail.
Visit glistening alpine lakes, fields of columbines, and one of Colorado’s last remaining glaciers along this lesser-known Brainard Lake highlight.
Van Bibber Park somehow delivers a paved trail with a natural vibe.
Bring Fido along for a romp through wildflowers while you enjoy gorgeous valley views.