In a state with so many beautiful mountainsides, it’s impossible for the kid in all of us not to want to slide down a few of them once the snow melts each summer. Several Colorado amusement parks have created alpine slides that zoom you down the hillside as fast as you can handle — all…

Cyclists the world over travel to Colorado for its amazing road-biking routes. The physical challenge of the lofty altitude (ideal for bragging rights) combines with amazing alpine views for a road-biker’s dream destination. Great mapping, 25 designated scenic byways just add to why cyclists love this state. A 2-hour, thrilling yet easy coast down 3,000 vertical…

A great way to explore Colorado’s wilderness areas is to rent an ATV and head off paved roads. Thousands of acres of national forest as well as 42 Colorado State Parks are a great way to access OHV trails.  Travel along backcountry routes in customized ATV Tours, where you’ll see incredible mountain ranges, learn about…

Colorado rafting begins each spring, when gravity and sunshine draw Colorado’s beloved winter snow down from the high country and into Colorado rivers for some of the country’s most amazing adventures. Find yourself on a raft passing by five 14ers on the Browns Canyon portion of the Arkansas River, carving narrow sections of the Cache la…

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve protects the tallest sand dunes in North America… and a whole lot more. From the valley floor to the crest of 13,000 foot peaks in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains the park contain ecosystems ranging from sand sheet to dunes to tundra. Days are typically sunny, and nights offer…

Scenic drive up the highest paved road in North America. Mount Evans is the road into the sky. Drive from 8,700 feet at Idaho Spring where you turn off Interstate 70 to 14,240 feet to the summit, and you will pass through 3 life zones, passing ancient trees, lakes and forest to the land above timberline….

The Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park is one of Glenwood Springs’ most popular attractions, featuring cave tours, kids’ activities, and thrill rides including: Alpine Coaster,  Cliffhanger Roller Coaster, Giant Canyon Swing, Giant Canyon Swing and much more. Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains the Adventure Park sits on top of Iron Mountain with breathtaking views…

Enjoy 108 degree pure natural hot mineral water in the grandeur of the great outdoors. The large modern Jacuzzi tubs are set on a Redwood deck, surrounded on three sides by a 6 ft. cedar privacy fence, open to the splendor of the unspoiled mountain side and sky above. Water flows from our springs at 125°…

Discover summer fun for the entire family. Lake Dillon is the largest lake in the area. Surrounded by magnificent mountain vistas, offering some of the most beautiful boating, fishing and world class sailing in Colorado.  Motorboats, Pontoon boats, and sailboats are available for exploring the lake, fishing or basking in the summer sun. The lake is…