Five of the Best Hiking Trails in Colorado
Hiking is a big part of outdoor recreation in Colorado. There are a number of places to hike, depending on the views you want and how difficult of a hike you’re looking for. Here are five of the best places, from the Front Range to the Western Slope, where you can hike Colorado and enjoy […]
Real Colorado Skiing – Monarch Mountain Review
Monarch Mountain is a quaint and remote ski “resort” that sits on the continental divide about two hours east of Montrose Colorado. The term “resort” is relative in that this is not necessarily a destination ski-in ski-out poo-poo noses-up kind of place. Monarch Mountain dubs itself ,“Real Colorado Skiing”, and I am one to agree. […]
Engineer Mountain Pass Snowshoe Adventure – Ouray Colorado
This moderate-to-difficult snowshoe adventure (depending on snow depth) is a really fun jaunt just 10 minutes south of the town of Ouray Colorado, and close to an hour drive south from Montrose Colorado. From Ouray, head up Red Mountain Pass via Highway 550 toward Silverton. After you pass through the first tunnel and the waterfall […]
Enjoying the Beauty of Colorado National Parks
If you’ve been living in Colorado for very long, you probably already know that there are some beautiful national parks here. Even in you don’t live in Colorado, you might have seen the parks during a vacation. Either way, there’s a lot of beauty to enjoy and appreciate no matter which Colorado National Park you […]
Three of Colorado’s Most Popular Ghost Towns
Colorado has so much to consider when it comes to outdoor recreation options. If you like treasure hunting or historical information, one of the options you might want to consider is the exploration of one of its 1,500 ghost towns. There are locations all around the state, from the Western Slope to the Front Range. […]
Four of the Best Hunting Options in Colorado
Four of the Best Hunting Options in Colorado When it comes to hunting there are few, if any, places better than Colorado. With game to hunt such as moose, deer, and elk, along with a number of other outdoor recreation activities to enjoy, you won’t be at a loss for things to do. You might […]
The Six Best Colorado Fishing Spots
The Six Best Colorado Fishing Spots There are lots of great places to fish in Colorado, but if you really want to have an outdoor adventure catching salmon, trout, and other fish for recreation or food, you’ll want to choose your spot carefully. The wrong patch of water could mean a long day without much […]
Top 3 Camping Destinations in Colorado
Top 3 Camping Destinations in Colorado If you’re looking for camping and other outdoor recreation options in Colorado, you have a lot of great choices. There are trails and campsites all over the state. From the Front Range to the Western Slope, living in Colorado means being close to nature almost all the time. If […]
7 Lessons I Learned After Buying a House For the First Time
When I decided to buy my first home, I had no idea what to expect. I didn’t know what to look for or what questions to ask. Fortunately, I was able to make it through the process thanks to a little patience and lots of help from others. Now that I’ve got some great knowledge […]
Best Rafting/Stand Up Paddleboarding in Colorado
Outdoor recreation and the state of Colorado are practically synonymous with each other. From rafting and enjoying the fun of a stand up paddleboard (SUP) to taking on the rapids and spending time exploring all the beauty nature has to offer, there’s something for every outdoor enthusiast. Here are four of the best options for […]