Nature & Wildlife

A strenuous, high-elevation hike in the Mount Evans Wilderness that leads to a breathtakingly beautiful and remote alpine lake.

A popular and delightful hike in Colorado Springs' North Cheyenne Cañon that crosses a creek on a series of charming wooden bridges.

A fantastic Jefferson County park in Evergreen with an extensive network of trails for all skill levels among unique rock formations.

A short but rocky hike to a beautiful waterfall cascading down Chalk Creek Canyon near Mount Princeton.

A beautiful out-and-back trail that climbs through aspens and pines to offer fantastic views of the Gore Range and Lower Blue River valley.

A stunning, powerful waterfall accessible via a very short and easy trail on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park.

One of Rocky Mountain National Park's most popular and scenic waterfalls, reached by a short and beautiful hike from Glacier Gorge.

A scenic loop near Silverthorne offering spectacular views of the Gore Range and beautiful aspen groves, especially in the fall.

A world-famous trail in Crested Butte, renowned for its unbelievable summer wildflower displays and epic mountain views.

A versatile and enjoyable trail near Gunnison offering rolling terrain through aspen groves and open meadows with great views.

A scenic hike in the Red Feather Lakes area with classic Rocky Mountain views of forests, rock formations, and alpine lakes.

A very short, easy, and family-friendly hike near Pagosa Springs that leads to a beautiful and refreshing waterfall.

A classic high-country hike starting from the popular Hessie area, leading into the stunning Indian Peaks Wilderness.

A short and rewarding hike in the San Isabel National Forest leading to a beautiful, powerful 150-foot waterfall.

A challenging climb from Washington Gulch to Gothic Road, offering some of the most dramatic, panoramic views in the Crested Butte area.

The Warm Springs Trail is a multi-use path in the San Isabel National Forest offering solitude and wonderful views of the surrounding mountains.

Serene, pedestrian-only park along the Animas River in Durango with natural and hard surface trails, picnic areas, and river access.

Scenic viewpoint above Durango offering panoramic views of the city, Animas Valley, and surrounding mountains.

Popular recreation area on a large reservoir near Durango, offering motorized and non-motorized boating, swimming beach, and fishing.

Hidden gem park in Durango with a playground, picnic tables, and a peaceful creek setting, ideal for school-age children.

Popular multi-use trail near Durango providing access to the Weminuche Wilderness, ideal for hiking, biking, and backpacking.

Community park in Durango with picnic areas, restrooms, and direct access to the Animas River Trail, suitable for dog walking.

Serene riverside park in Durango with picnic areas, fishing access, and a boat launch for water activities on the Animas River.

Stunning 283-foot waterfall near Steamboat Springs with accessible overlooks and trails for hiking, snowshoeing, and ice climbing.

Stunning 6-acre botanical garden in Steamboat Springs showcasing over 60 diverse gardens at 6,800 feet, open spring to snow.