Outdoors & Rec

Our list features lazy rivers to challenging rapids, and highlights nearby spots to explore.

These breathtaking hikes take you to waterfalls, alpine lakes and scenic views in Rocky Mountain National Park.

“We wanted to further dismantle those perceptions about what it means to be Black and Brown in the outdoors,” says Angel Massie.

Colorado Railbike Adventures will allow groups of four to pedal along the second-oldest train tracks in Colorado.

Don’t stick to the rivers and the lakes that you’re used to: This is the perfect time of year to go chasing waterfalls.

Get on the right track.

After moving to Denver, Michael Tormey realized how many hiking paths criss-cross the city, and he created a loop for urban explorers.

Meet up with Mother Nature at Rocky Mountain National Park.

Spring is in the air. You can tell, because the air stinks. Blame the Callery pear.

“We know it’s the people’s park, and the people are going to make it the most beautiful park this summer.”

If you want to wait until 2045, there will be a full eclipse right over Colorado. But in the meantime…

The co-founders plan to open two brick-and-mortar locations in Colorado before the end of the year.

The “boutique hot springs” and botanical gardens are owned by a longtime local family with a background in mining and agriculture.

The cold and the ice aren’t the only considerations.

Bundle up and pack a traction device to experience these ten winter hikes near Denver. Discover trails for all skill levels, plus where to find unique features like ruins, alpine lakes, and backcountry ski routes.

“There’s a real goal to get people outside, get more kids outside. There’s a real focus on equity and equitable access to the outdoors.”

“The outdoors is the lifeblood industry of the State of Colorado, contributing more than $62 billion to the state and supporting over 500,000 jobs.”

One of the last independent ski resorts in Colorado will be purchased by Alterra Mountain Company, one of the biggest ski conglomerates.

Remote trails and Nordic centers.

Colorado’s reputation as the “Switzerland of America” is well deserved, but if cutting turns on a ski slope isn’t what you’re about, there are plenty of other options..

Discover what’s new at resorts and ski areas in Colorado for the 2023-24 season, including new lift-serviced terrain, on-mountain dining, sustainability efforts and acquisitions.

While the NWS has issued a winter storm advisory, A-Basin will open this weekend.