Colorado was my first US Air Force duty assignment, and what a blessing it was. From hiking 14ers along the Front Range to dispersed camping in the San Juan mountains, this page is dedicated to recommending the best destinations that I was fortunate enough to visit.
I hope these blogs serve as a catalyst for your next 3- or 4-day weekend adventure!
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All my Colorado Adventures
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The Most Unique Hike in Colorado: The Abandoned Skagway Powerplant
The most unique hike in Colorado: an abandoned powerplant that served electricity for over 60 years until a 5-foot-high wall of water crashed through the canyon and obliterated everything in sight.
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5 Easy 14ers Close to Denver
This guide will give you a blueprint to bagging (i.e. summiting) all the 14ers in the Front Range of Colorado
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The Best Things to do in Colorado Springs
An insider-approved blueprint for navigating a military town full of tourist traps. This list will help you discover hidden gems and local secrets!
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The best things to do in Rocky Mountain National Park
An insider's guide to fully exploring Colorado's most iconic National Park
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What to do in Crested Butte
The Wildflower Capital of Colorado
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How to Hike Pikes Peak
Of all the 14ers along the Front Range, Pikes Peak is by far one of the easiest to access and one of the most rewarding
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Double the Challenge: Tips for Hiking Grays and Torreys Peaks
Grays and Torreys are a great intro to 14ers because you get to bag TWO 14ers in the same day AND you'll see tons of mountain goats!
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Longs Peak Adventure Guide: Summiting Colorado’s Treacherous 14er
Embark on an exhilarating, first-hand journey through Colorado's Rockies with this guide to summiting Longs Peak, Colorado's deadliest 14er!
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Voyaging to Crystal Mill: Hidden Secrets of a WWI Powerplant
An 1892 powerhouse turned photogenic landmark and an interview with the 6th generation owner
