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Trail guides, gear reviews, and everything you need for your next Colorado adventure.
Hot Springs in Steamboat Springs, Colorado: Which One to Pick
Steamboat Springs has two main hot springs: family-friendly Old Town downtown and rustic Strawberry Park up a dirt road. Here's how to pick, plus a free soak.
James Peak Hike: Route, Trailhead, and What to Expect (2026)
The James Peak hike climbs from the St. Mary's Glacier trailhead to a 13,294-foot summit near Denver. Route, parking, difficulty, and the best months to go.
Conundrum Hot Springs: How to Backpack to Colorado's Highest Soak
Conundrum Hot Springs sits at 11,200 feet above Aspen, 8.5 miles up the trail. Here's the permit system, the hike, the 20 campsites, and what to pack.
12 Best Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park (2026 Trail Guide)
The best hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park, from the easy Bear Lake loop to the Sky Pond scramble and the Longs Peak Keyhole, with trail stats, timed entry permit tips, and what to pack.
Mount Elbert Weather: What to Expect Month by Month
Mount Elbert weather guide: the 14,440-ft summit runs 20-25°F colder than Leadville, snow falls any month, and September is the clearest time to climb.
Fourmile Canyon Creek Trailhead: A North Boulder Hiking Guide
The Fourmile Canyon Creek Trailhead in north Boulder opens onto Wonderland Lake, the Foothills Trail, and Hogback Ridge. Get parking, dog rules, and trail tips.
South Mineral Campground: The Ice Lake Basin Basecamp Near Silverton
South Mineral Campground sits at 9,800 feet near Silverton, right at the Ice Lake Basin trailhead. Here's the drive, the 26 sites, fees, and camping tips.
Loch Lomond Trail, Colorado: Hike, Drive, and Parking Guide (2026)
Loch Lomond trail near Idaho Springs, Colorado: the real hiking distance, whether you need 4WD, seasonal gate dates, parking in Alice, and the James Peak route.
Guanella Pass, Colorado: Scenic Byway, Best Hikes, and Where to See Moose (2026)
Guanella Pass is a 22-mile paved byway near Georgetown with Mount Bierstadt, alpine lakes, fall aspens, and some of Colorado's best roadside moose viewing.
Maroon Bells: A Complete Guide to Colorado's Most Photographed Peaks
How to visit the Maroon Bells near Aspen: reservations, the Crater Lake hike, the Four Pass Loop, fall color timing, and winter access, all in one guide.
Rainbow Gulch Trail: The Easy Walk to Rampart Reservoir (2026)
The Rainbow Gulch Trail is the shortest, gentlest way to reach Rampart Reservoir near Colorado Springs. Directions, distance, fishing, biking, and season tips.
Quandary Peak Weather: What to Expect Month by Month
Quandary Peak weather guide for 2026. The summit runs 20-30°F colder than Breckenridge, snow can fall in any month, and here's the best time to climb.