The three alpine lakes sit inside a glacial basin carved out over thousands of years of slow, patient geological work. The ...

Some of Colorado's most popular trails require permits to manage visitor numbers and protect fragile ecosystems. Hanging Lake near Glenwood Springs operates under a mandatory reservation system. No ...

Have you ever imagined standing in a meadow where every shade of wildflower surrounds you while towering peaks frame the horizon? Colorado’s alpine meadows in August create this breathtaking scene, ...

Editor’s Note: The CT Series is a special series of hiking articles about the Colorado Trail (CT) that runs from May through October. The CT is a unique and well maintained continuous trail, spanning ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Colorado certainly has plenty of sun in the summer, but venture into the high country and you might even witness snow during the same period. Because of the ...

The Alpine Loop, a rugged byway winding through Colorado’s San Juan Mountains, is renowned for its stunning vistas, rugged terrain, and remote beauty. But behind its breathtaking landscapes is a ...

When I first visited Crested Butte to mountain bike, it was a bit of a rude awakening. I wasn’t prepared for the endless climbing, steep grades, and high-altitude suffering. Even after a few more ...