Colorado

Most people put away their backpacks when winter rolls around, but the adventurous few just switch from hiking boots to skis or snowshoes. Colorado is home to the famous 10th Mountain Division Hut System, a set of stunning mountain ski cabins, as well as other public and private winter getaways i...

Ah, the Maroon Bells. One of the iconic landscapes of the region. While unofficially recognized as the most photographed scene in the country, one trip to Maroon Lake in the early morning and you can quickly confirm it for yourself. Dozens of photographers lining the shore of the lake, at times s...

Now that summer is beginning to show itself in the high country, it's time to think more about getting out and enjoying the beautiful car camping destinations throughout the Front Range. Although not an exhaustive list, this list should give you an idea of where to start and some of the beautiful...

Born and raised in Colorado, I was spoiled for most of my life with some of the best natural landscapes and outdoor adventures available anywhere in the U.S. If you love being outside and exploring, Colorado will have so many options for you that it can be daunting to figure out just how to exper...

Colorado is home to a pretty spectacular variety of backcountry huts, stunning mountain ski cabins, and other public and private winter getaways in the high country. The huts offer shelter from the biting winter cold as well as a base for winter adventures like backcountry skiing. Here are a few ...

How can you explore Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in just two days, you might ask? Either you finally have your two days off of work after a long forty hour week and you’re located in Colorado, or you might be on your next great American road trip and only have two days to explore N...

Nestled right up next to the Rocky Mountains, it isn't too hard to find amazing hikes near Denver. While winter never really wants to say "goodbye" to the Rockies, as the warmer days of spring start getting thrown in the mix, it's a good time to get out and hit the trail. Dust off - or defrost - ...

Colorado is known for its tall mountains and great winter sports. This is all I thought the state was good for but now, after spending 17 days in this sunny state I have been proven wrong first hand. With driving, kayaking, climbing, hiking, camping, exploring and drinking you can have one wild e...

My gear organization didn’t always look this way. I had spent years dreaming of someday having a well-organized gear room. During that time, I had grown accustomed to sifting through giant plastic totes, rummaging under the bed, or searching in random backpacks attempting to find that one piece ...

Think hiking season in Colorado ended with the arrival of snow? Think again! If you’re not afraid to bundle up and get your blood pumping for warmth, a winter hike or snowshoe in Colorado has a lot to offer the outdoors enthusiast. Don’t leave the stunning winter scenery to the skiers. Get up clo...

Whether you're climbing, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hiking, or any of the other outdoor activities that are immediately accessible in Boulder, Colorado, the Adventure Lodge (A-Lodge) is one of the finest accommodations you can find. With options ranging from camping, hostel-style bunks, ho...

This is an informational post for anyone planning on visiting Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) this summer, and probably into fall as well. Be prepared for changes as the park opens up under Covid-19 restrictions. The biggest change that you will find is the mandatory timed entry reservation y...

Denver is full of family-friendly activities, both on the streets of its welcoming downtown and out in the mountains that made this city famous. Whether you're in Denver for a weekend or live here year-round, there's no shortage of outdoor fun to be had with your little ones in tow. Here are a fe...

Most people think of Fort Collins as the loud beating heart of Colorado’s thriving microbrew community, and it is, but it is also a proud gateway to the Rocky Mountains: positioned right up against the Front Range and a mere 45 minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park, and even less to the Cache...

Originally posted on out-spiration.com Freedom to Roam Ahhh, the exhilarating feeling of open fields and rushing waters; the golden aspens glimmering in the wind; those pristine mountains capped in snow; the freedom to roam. Here in the United States we pride ourselves on our park systems and pub...

Two years ago I released "Colorado - A Living Landscape", a 5-year time-lapse project featuring fall in Colorado. Last year I set out to create the same powerful visual connection as the first film, but with my drone. This is Colorado's most incredible season and locations as seen from the air. ...