Calhan, Colorado

The Paint Mines just east of Colorado Springs are definitely worth exploring! The park itself isn't too large, but has a trail system of about 4 miles that loops you through the awe-inspiring rock formations. I'll let the photos do the talking.  You can learn more about the hiking trails in the i...

Colorado, known for its river canyons and snow-capped mountains, is a well-loved state by outdoor enthusiasts. The diverse terrain and stunning landscape is a recreator’s dream. Colorado Springs earned a No. 7 ranking on the list of the world’s top 25 emerging destinations in 2021 by TripAdvisor ...

The answer is YES! As you start, you’ll think "this isn’t so bad", but the gentle rise of the lower portion quickly turns into a quad-burning, legs-quivering, heart-pounding intense workout with a vertical elevation gain of 2,000 feet in just a mile. The straight up trail of over 2,700 stairs loo...