Colorado Vacation Stops

Three local entrepreneurs share their recommendations and why they love their town next to Rocky Mountain National Park.

These structures continue to crumble, and without continued maintenance and upkeep, might disappear forever.

From Bigfoot sightings to driving to the top of a 14,000-foot-peak, here are our tips to making the most of your time. Bonus? Most are free.

Don't miss these top sights one of Colorado's most authentic modern cowboy towns on the way to Rocky Mountain National Park.

Known for its lodging, small-town charm, and knowledgeable outfitters, Estes Park serves Rocky Mountain National Park and access to the national forest.

From a thriving restaurant scene to rare opportunities to learn about our nation’s ancient history, Cortez, Mancos and Dolores offer more than just uncrowded trails in one of Colorado’s most undiscovered corners. Here are the top 7 things to do in Mesa Verde country.

How has it gone from a western backwater to the heart of Colorado’s outdoor recreation and wine country? See our Grand Timeline.

Rugged and wild, Moffat County is Colorado’s last frontier where wide open spaces hold treasures too rare to be missed.

Base in Alamosa to explore Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve and dine in a farm-to-table restaurant.

You'll find a mix of hip restaurants and Old West charm in Durango. But its heart is the Durango & Silverton Railroad which attracts 200,000 riders per year.

Cinnamon rolls, eagles and craft brews in a refurbished temple await in Brighton, Colo. east of Denver

The Montrose area which offers world-class fishing and free cruiser bikes for the day. Then head to Colorado's deepest national park, Black Canyon of the Gunnison.

Sitting against the gorgeous Boulder Flatirons, Chautauqua is one of 25 National Historic Landmarks in Colorado and brings in thousands of visitors every year.

The tower and its garden marks the spot of suspended reason and suspect reality, instead welcoming a faithful appreciation of the unknown and unorthodox.

An hour from downtown Colorado Springs, this historic town is still churning out gold, but you won’t find any golden nuggets.

The top things to do in summer include sailing on the reservoir, enjoying local craft brews, and attending free concerts at the outdoor amphitheater.

There’s only one 14,000-foot peak in Colorado that you can reach by driving all the way up to the summit. It's 19 miles of hairpin turns to get donuts at the Summit House.

Scenic drives, stunning landscapes and strolls through a historic downtown await in Trinidad, Colo.

Go disc golfing, skateboard or bike at the Frisco Adventure Park just off of I-70, on the shores of the Dillon Reservoir.

Relax and restore–or get out and play hard. Famous for its thermal pools and nearby adventures, this town offers something for every type of traveler.

In the heart of the Rockies, raft in Colorado's newest national monument, Browns Canyon with neighboring small towns and hot spring resorts.

Ride a scenic tram to the mountaintop to explore caves in the heart of Iron Mountain, family-friendly attractions and thrill rides on Glenwood Canyon's edge.

Just minutes from Denver, Golden is quintessential Colorado, with world-class recreation, 20 cultural attractions, local charm, historic roots, and the Coors Brewery.

Granby sits along the Upper Colorado River, here a small, slow stream that’s a mere hint of the roaring giant it becomes 100 miles downstream.

Leaning up against the national park's west side, Grand County offers unparalleled outdoor opportunities without the crowds most ski towns have.

Grand Lake, Colo. is located just one mile from the West Entrance of the Park and is home to the largest and deepest natural alpine lake in the state.

Visit western Colorado at the base of Grand Mesa, the world's largest flat-top mountain. Come enjoy the wine, fruit, cranes and the Black Canyon.

Two hours from the western edge of Rocky Mountain National Park, add this mountain town to your vacation. Discover hidden gems, favorite hikes and restaurants.

Where crowds are scarce and backcountry roads, trails, and streams are abundant! Join the locals who seem to get outdoors as often as they get out of bed.

A quaint, unspoiled cowboy town that is surrounded by the Rockies and the confluence of three rivers. Go on a cattle drive followed by whitewater rafting.