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 Spots in and near Colorado
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
Garden of the Gods Loop
4.74.28 mi / 581 ft gainIf you are new to the area a stop by the visitor center can help to get a map of the trails and roads in the area as well as obtain a climbing permit (one is needed to climb and is free). Once you have entered the area there are multiple trails and pullouts that you can explore. Many of the trai...Read more -
Glenwood Springs, Colorado
Hanging Lake
4.73.06 mi / 1168 ft gainHanging 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 rathe...Read more -
Nederland, Colorado
3 Crater Lakes via South Boulder Creek
5.06.92 mi / 1804 ft gainAfter 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 ent...Read more -
Granby, Colorado
Mirror and Crater Lakes via Cascade Creek Trail
4.614.94 mi / 2421 ft gainStart 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 ...Read more -
Nederland, Colorado
King Lake via Hessie Trailhead
5.011.32 mi / 2375 ft gainThe 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 ...Read more -
Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Strawberry Park Hot Springs
4.6No 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 a...Read more -
Larimer County, Colorado
Sky Pond via Glacier Gorge Trailhead
4.78.43 mi / 1765 ft gainStart at the Glacier Gorge trailhead on Bear Lake Road. Parking is limited so it is advised to get there very early. It's a longer hike so plan on taking a full day to complete or stay overnight to enjoy more of the scenery. Within the first mile on the Glacier Gorge Trail you will pass by Alber...Read more -
Aspen, Colorado
Conundrum Hot Springs via Conundrum Creek
4.316.77 mi / 2717 ft gainAfter picking up your required overnight permit, start your morning with a coffee in Aspen, then drive out 15 min to the trailhead at the end of Conundrum Creek road. The trail is a straight shot 9 miles up the valley, through expansive meadows and an always incredible view of the mountains and ...Read more -
Pitkin County, Colorado
Four Pass Loop in the Maroon Bells
4.825.99 mi / 7566 ft gainUpdates will be posted here. The Four Pass Loop begins at Maroon Lake, famous for its iconic view of the Maroon Bells (Maroon Peak and North Maroon Peak), deemed the “most-photographed spot in Colorado.” After taking in this majestic view, continue to walk down the Maroon Lake Scenic Trail unti...Read more -
Evergreen, Colorado
Maxwell Falls
3.43.95 mi / 928 ft gainLocated just outside of Evergreen, this beginner hike is a great escape from the city for a few hours. There are three different options to hike to the falls: Maxwell Falls Lower Trail (4 miles), Upper Maxwell Falls Trail (1.1 miles), and Maxwell Falls Bluffs Cliffside Trail Loop (5 miles). On th...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Royal Arch Trail
4.43.32 mi / 1220 ft gainRoyal Arch Trail climbs up Boulder's famous Chautauqua Park to an archway formed by sandstone rocks that tower over thirty feet high. Start at the Chautauqua Trail Station by the Ranger Station, and continue up Bluebell Road for 0.7 miles. You will then arrive at a more forested area, where you ...Read more -
Larimer County, Colorado
Nymph, Dream, Emerald, and Haiyaha Lakes
4.94.51 mi / 1125 ft gainFrom the Bear Lake Trailhead, the path to Nymph Lake is a moderate paved trail. At the lake there are several places to sit and take in the scenery. This is also where you'll find the most people. From here, continue up the trail towards Dream Lake. On the way, the trail forks. The left will take...Read more -
Golden, Colorado
Capture Sunrise from Lookout Mountain
3.7Lookout Mountain sits just above Golden and provides one of the best easy-access viewpoints near Denver. The mountain provides numerous vantage spots along the road up, with the best at a rock outcropping just below Buffalo Bill's Gravesite & Museum (with easy parking).If you're hoping to ca...Read more -
Evergreen, Colorado
Hike Panorama Point at Corwina Park
4.72.7 mi / 640 ft gainJefferson County, the "Gateway to the Rockies" has dozens of great parks and trails. One of the best, however, is often overlooked, as it is sandwiched between bigger and more popular parks. Corwina Park is a small section located off Hwy. 74, near the village of Kittredge. Sitting between the po...Read more -
Aspen, Colorado
Explore the Maroon Bells & Snowmass Wilderness
5.0The beautiful and iconic Maroon Bells-Snowmass wilderness is home to some of the most amazing scenery and adventures to be had in all of Colorado. It is world-famous for the Maroon Bells, two challenging 14ers just outside of Aspen, Colorado. The third 14er, Pyramid Peak is also considered a clas...Read more -
Cascade, Colorado
Manitou Incline
4.73.8 mi / 1949 ft gainIf you're ready for a fitness challenge like no other, look no further than the Manitou Incline. The trail climbs the remnants of an old cog railway bed, gaining 2000 feet of elevation in less than a mile. Busy all year round, the popular trail is used by everyone from Army Rangers and Olympic ho...Read more
Top Activities
Top Places
- Boulder
- Estes Park
- Nederland
- Aspen
- Buena Vista
- Larimer County
- Durango
- Golden
- Breckenridge
- Colorado Springs
- Idaho Springs
- Allenspark
- Crested Butte
- Grand Lake
- Leadville
- Ward
- Evergreen
- Mesa Verde National Park
- Carbondale
- Dillon
- Frisco
- Ridgway
- Telluride
- Walden
- Wellington
- Littleton
- Bellvue
- Divide
- Fort Collins
- Lake City
- Silverton
- Cañon City
- Meeker
- Steamboat Springs
- Westcliffe
- Ouray
Camping and Lodging in Colorado
Frisco, Colorado
Copper One Lodge
Copper One makes for a perfect basecamp for adventure, entertainment and buzz. You can't get much closer to the American Eagle and Flyer ...
From $154 / night
Frisco, Colorado
Bridge End
Bridge End is just 150 yards from the American Eagle Chair Lift, by way of the covered bridge over Ten Mile Creek.
From $117 / night
Gunnison County, Colorado
Lakeview Gunnison
Overview
Lakeview Campground is located on Taylor Park Reservoir, at an elevation of 9,400 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing ...
Dillon, Colorado
Prospector
Overview
At an elevation of 9,000 feet, Prospector Campground is in the heart of Summit County in the White River National Forest.The sit...
Leadville, Colorado
Camp Hale Memorial
Overview
Camp Hale Memorial Campground sits at an elevation of 9,200 feet, offering guests a wonderful setting for recreation and relaxat...
Breckenridge, Colorado
Peak One
Overview
Peak One Campground is located on the Dillon Reservoir near the town of Frisco, offering an abundance of recreational activities...
