Colorado
It's hard to beat what the Rockies have to offer. A plethora of world-class skiing in the winter, and all the hiking, backpacking, camping, mountain biking, and rafting you could hope for in the summer. Looking for a challenge?Maybe try your hand at one of Colorado's 14,000 ft peaks (there's somewhere between 53 and 58, depending who you ask).
Top Adventures in Colorado
Hike to Hanging Lake
4.7
3.2 mi
/ 1004 ft gain
Hanging Lake is a beautifully unique natural wonder. Surrounded by dramatic, pine tree lined cliffs, a unique community of hanging plants thrive beside waterfalls cascading in to this glimmering turquoise pool of water. If this isn’t enough to entice you- the trail leading up to the lake is rather delightful.
Following Dead lake creek, there is no shortage of photo opportunities along the way. ...
Climb and Hike in the Garden of the Gods
4.7
If you are new to the area a stop by the visitor center can helpful to get a map of the trails and roads in the area as well as obtaining a climbing permit (one is needed to climb and is free).Once you have entered the area there are multiple trails and pull outs that you can explore. Many of the trails are paved and most of the year easy to follow. During the summer expect crowds during the da...
Backpack to the 3 Crater Lakes
5.0
6.5 mi
/ 2100 ft gain
After turning on to Co. 16 (Tolland Rd.) from 119 at Rollinsville, drive about 8 miles down the dirt road along South Boulder Creek. The road will dead end at Moffat Tunnel where you'll find ample parking in a gravel lot with restrooms.You'll begin your hike along sweeping meadows until you enter Roosevelt National Forest where you'll hike along the South Boulder Creek. Enjoy a casual incline a...
Backpack to Mirror and Crater Lakes
4.6
15 mi
/ 2500 ft gain
Start at the Monarch Lake trailhead (where there is a $5 parking fee unless you have one of the national lands passes) and follow the cascade creek trail around the north side of the lake. After about 1.5 miles the trail splits with the Arapaho pass trail, follow the cascade trail to the left as it rises through the forest. The trail continues to rise steadily in places and moderate in others u...
Hike to King Lake
5.0
11 mi
/ 2500 ft gain
The normal route from the east side is via the Hessie trailhead outside Nederland Colorado. From the west it is most often accessed via the short trail from Rollins pass, which is open in the summer. As noted above, it is also a lake and area ripe for creating your own adventure. The description will be based on the normal route but feel free to use your imagination and combine off-trail advent...
Strawberry Park Hot Springs
4.6
No matter the time of year, if you are going to be anywhere near Steamboat Springs, Strawberry Park Hot Springs is a can’t-miss experience. Steamboat is known primarily as a ski resort, but the area also offers amazing hikes and fishing in the summer, and top-notch leaf-peeping in the fall. Add area attractions like horseback riding, Jeeping, hot ballooning, museums, and more … and there is no ...
Colorado camping, hotels, and more
Avon, Colorado
Bright Condo with Pool & Hot Tub - Near Gondola
This bright and fresh 3BR/3BA Beaver Creek West condo is just a 9-minute walk from the Riverfront Express Gondola! Enjoy on-site resort a...
From $169/night
Winter Park, Colorado
Mountain-View Townhome with Private Hot Tub
This three-story 3BR/2BA townhome at Kings Crossing Place in Winter Park is the perfect destination for your next family ski retreat or s...
From $156/night
Silverthorne, Colorado
Serene Condo in Wildernest - Close to Ski Resorts
Enjoy views of lush green trees and clear blue skies at this 2BR/2BA Silverthorne condo nestled near the top of Wildernest. Take in mount...
From $121/night
Vail, Colorado
All-Seasons Condo with Balcony | Walk to Gondola
Ideally situated in the All Seasons complex at Golden Peak, this 2BR/2BA Vail condo offers free on-site parking, an open floor plan, and ...
From $348/night
Frisco, Colorado
Union Creek Townhomes
These beautiful, multi-level townhomes offer all the amenities you'd want in a mountain escape; including pine-framed windows looking out...
From $202/night
Breckenridge, Colorado
Ski-In, Walk-Out Townhome with Pool & Hot Tub
The perfect location for skiing and sightseeing, this 3BR/2BA Breckenridge townhome is less than 100 yards from the slopes, with ski-in/w...
From $236/night
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More Colorado Destinations
- Estes Park
- Larimer County
- Aspen
- Boulder
- Durango
- Golden
- Nederland
- Allenspark
- Colorado Springs
- Idaho Springs
- Breckenridge
- Buena Vista
- Ward
- Grand Lake
- Leadville
- Crested Butte
- Carbondale
- Dillon
- Evergreen
- Frisco
- Mesa Verde National Park
- Walden
- Bellvue
- Littleton
- Cañon City
- Fort Collins
- Ridgway
- Telluride
- Divide
- Franktown
- Gypsum
- Lyons
- Minturn
- Montrose
- Silverton
- Vail
