Go to the mobile version of this Web site.
An ancient forest, a wilderness river, a gentle mountain lake, a desert canyon and a dark canyon all await you in the backcountry reaches of Colorado this summer. Colorado is laced with hundreds of great hikes, but here are a few to get you started.
This is the ultimate trail fix, with the emphasis on "fix." When I've had an overwhelming week, I throw my snowshoes in the car and head for Mueller State Park for a stress-relieving hike. This park, perched in the montane life zone, is just minutes from my house, but I would make the trip even if the drive were longer.
Buck the trend and explore the forests surrounding Breckenridge on snowshoes instead of skis. You'll find everything you crave at the ski resort - quiet, undisturbed powder, no crowds or lines, no lift-ticket sticker shock. Snowshoeing is the perfect way to play in the snow for a day or on a moonlit night.
Nearly a quarter-century ago, Boulder banned mountain biking from all trails and fire roads within the city limits.
Learn some snowboarding basics from snowboard instructor/trainer Kevin Byford.
How is the economy affecting your skiing and boarding budget?
Colorado's weather can change quickly. Plan and be prepared with our driving safely checklist.
Watch a jubilant angler pull up a catch while ice fishing in Colorado.
Find out the distance from one resort town to another with our mileage map.
Plan on skiing, snowboarding or heading to the mountains this winter? Check out the activities in our special section.
Submit your wildlife, travel and scenic Colorado photos and vote for your favorite pictures.
Avid runner and skier Bob Findlay blogs each week about upcoming events and his favorite activities.