Dining
Colorado dining full
of variety
When it comes to regional cuisine, visitors to the state of Colorado have countless options available. There are restaurants located throughout Colorado that range from fine dining establishments serving exquisite cuisine to roadside eateries that specialize in frying Rocky Mountain oysters. Click here for an inside look at a few of the most celebrated restaurants located in Colorado
Regions
Regions - colorful as
our state
Colorado is an amazing state, featuring some of the most incredibly diverse geography, ecosystems, and weather in the country, but it's also a big state so it's important to know you're way around or at least understand the basic layout. There are six main regions of Colorado, all of which are very different, but all of which are worth visiting. Click here to get to know the regions.
skiing & snowboarding
Famous slopes are waiting
No two sentences could do the beauty of Colorado ski resorts justice. Just click here to read about all of the resorts featured on this site.
Wolf Creek Ski Resort
If you're not from the Colorado area, you may have never heard of Wolf Creek Ski Resort, but that's not an indictment of its quality by any means. It isn't conveniently located near Denver like Breckenridge, and it doesn't have the fame of Aspen or Vail, but Wolf Creek makes a strong claim as one of the best places to ski or snowboard, not just in Colorado but in the country. Read on to find out what makes Wolf Creek such a great winter sports destination.Eldora Mountain Resort
Eldora Mountain Resort is a ski resort located 21 miles west of Boulder, Colorado. Nestled at the southern end of the gorgeous Indian Peaks Wilderness, Eldora is popular among families as well as students at the University of Colorado, Boulder. With 680 acres of varied terrain and 300 inches of snow annually, Eldora is worth a trip. Read on to find out more about Eldora Resort, a gem that is off the beaten path.Silverton Ski Resort
At Silverton Ski Resort, located in the Rocky Mountains of southwestern Colorado, there is no better place for you to enjoy truly unfettered skiing or snowboarding. Silverton is easily one of the biggest challenges skiers can find in North America. It is the highest ski area on the continent with a peak of 13,487 feet, and the mountain is left in its natural state with no grooming or manmade runs. It’s skiing at its most primal and exciting! So read on to learn more about Silverton Ski Resort.
Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde National Park is an amazing and one-of-a-kind site located in the southwestern corner of Colorado, near the Four Corners area. Home to the Ancestral Pueblo people for 700 years, the expansive site features 600 cliff dwellings and over 4,000 documented archaeological sites. Situated in the high plateaus on the western slope of the Rocky Mountains, Mesa Verde is a marvelous landscape with expansive views of high deserts and peaks. Read on to find out more about the amazing sites that wait at Mesa Verde.Garden of the Gods
Garden of the Gods is a city park and geologically amazing site elegantly situated between the west side of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The park is predominately defined by towering red sandstone and white fountain formations. The park is a unique conglomeration of geology and landscape in Colorado and much of the West. Many family and recreational opportunities are available, including hiking, biking, technical rock climbing, horseback riding and a visitor center. Read on to find out more about this distinctive and exciting park.Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
The Black Canyon of the Gunnison, near Montrose, Colorado, is a national park of stunning beauty and wildness on the western slope of the Rocky Mountains. Carved by the Gunnison River, the Black Canyon National Park covers twelve miles of the 42-mile canyon and features one of the steepest canyon descents in the United States, with an average elevation change of 43 feet per mile, and a maximum of 240 feet per mile. The Black Canyon is a haven for explorative and scenic hiking, harrowing technical climbing routes and challenging kayaking. Read on to find out more about this distinctive and exciting canyon.
Vacation in Breckenridge
Although considered a vacation destination, Breckenridge is home to year around residents. This beautiful Colorado town was created during the Pikes Peak Gold Rush in the year of 1859, and was named after John C. Breckenridge, the Vice President of the United States at the time. Once a bustling gold mining and trading post, Breckenridge is now a renowned recreational hot spot. Continue reading below about this town situated in the northwestern section of Colorado.Vacation in Ouray
The city of Ouray, Colorado aka “Switzerland of America” is a popular tourist destination, offering a wide variety of things to see and do. Among the most popular are: Switzerland of America Inc. Jeep tours, the natural hot springs and the San Juan skyway. The city boasts several top-rated B&Bs for your stay as well as hotels and vacation rentals. Read on to find out more about what Ouray has to offer as a vacation destination.Vacation in Aurora
Aurora, Colorado, founded just before the beginning of the 20th century, was mainly built around the military industry. At first, the city was named Fletcher after its founder, however, in 1907, it was then renamed Aurora. In 1921, Aurora was the selected site for the Fitzsimons Army Hospital to treat World War I victims. The area grew rapidly during the Second World War, and in 1942, it became home to Buckley Air Force Base. Shortly after that, the city also welcomed Lowry Air Force Base. With the start of the 21st century, the city began to shift away from its focus on the military and focused more on its medical accomplishments. Read on to find out more about what Aurora has to offer as a vacation destination.
Front Range
The Front Range region derives its name from the range of Rocky Mountains just north of Denver. The mountains in this area are generally not as high as the Rockies of southwestern Colorado, but they're still high enough to get serious winter weather, and the presence of Colorado's two largest universities makes this region a lively and entertaining area all year. Read on to find out more about the Front Range.Denver Area
When thinking about Colorado, there's simply no way to get around Denver. At 5,280 feet, the "Mile-High City" is the state's capital and largest city, home to great sports teams, restaurants, theme parks, and other cultural attractions. You'll find everything a cosmopolitan city has to offer, plus easy access to the beautiful Rocky Mountains, which are only fifteen miles west of town. Read on to find out more about the Denver area.Northwestern Colorado
Northwestern Colorado is a diverse region incorporating red rock mesas and snow-capped mountain peaks, as well as the headwaters of the Colorado River. The majority of Colorado's most popular ski resorts, like Breckenridge, Aspen and Vail are also situated in this area. Northwestern Colorado doesn't have the same metropolitan appeal as Denver or Fort Collins, but it does have wonderful skiing and beautiful terrain. Read on to find out more about Northwestern Colorado.
Snowshoeing in Colorado
Snow shoeing in Colorado is a winter time activity that is growing in popularity. This simple form of hiking has been around for ages, however until recent decades has it become more modernized and done by everyone. As a way to reach ski runs and trails, skiers have been snow shoeing for quite a long time. Depending on one’s interests, snow shoeing can be either a really vigorous work out, or a relaxing trek through the snowy back country. Snow shoeing in Colorado, compared to other outdoor winter sports, is relatively inexpensive. Continue reading more about how to go snow shoeing in Colorado.Hiking in Colorado
When hiking in Colorado visitors have unlimited choices to explore. From relaxed to strenuous, the countryside of Colorado offers various hiking havens to trek through. Most all hiking trails in the state are not only easy to get to, but they also offer diverse landscapes. Flower dotted meadows, red rock formations, and rushing water falls beckon visitors to go hiking in Colorado. Read on to find information on where visitors can traverse the stunning lands of Colorado.Fly Fishing in Colorado
In the state of Colorado there are over 2,000 lakes and reservoirs as well as 6,000 miles of streams and rivers that offer visitors abundant fishing opportunities for both cold water and warm water species. For many, fly fishing in Colorado is a pass time that can be relaxing and exciting. Any fisherman will agree that being jerked back to reality while waiting on the "Big One" to bite is thrilling. In Colorado, cold water streams and lakes offer many varieties of fish like the native cutthroat trout, rainbow, brown, brook and lake trout. As for the warm water streams and lakes, there are perch, sunfish, walleye, catfish, bass, and others. Most all anglers know that if it swims, then it can be caught by way of fly fishing. Continue reading further about all things that concern fly fishing in Colorado.
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Red Rocks Amphitheatre is often considered to be one of the most exciting and acoustically excellent outdoor concert venues in all of the United States. Situated in the foothills west of Denver, Colorado, the natural stone amphitheatre offers an unforgettable concert experience through acoustics, location and atmosphere. Read on to find out more about Red Rocks Amphitheatre.Royal Gorge Route Railroad
The scenic landscapes of Colorado are a must see by railroad. Modern iron wonders with nostalgic details will take visitors on historic rides through the unbelievably beautiful "Centennial State" to see everything from majestic peaks to rushing rivers. Also, many of the railroads offer exciting dining options for tourists while on their journey. One such railroad that offers all these things, is the Royal Gorge Route Railroad. To find out more about riding the rails while viewing exceptional scenery click here to continue reading about the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.Air Force Academy
The Air Force Academy is a university and training ground for the future leadership of the U.S. Air Force. While much of the facility is geared towards the students and the Air Force, there are several interesting facilities that are open to visitors. These include a visitor center, church, football stadium and a B52 that was flown from 1952 to 1983. Set in a pristine location in close proximity to Colorado Springs, Colorado, the Air Force Academy is easily reached by guests and visitors. Read on to find more about the Air Force Academy.
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