Colorado is known for its mountain landscapes, breathtaking vistas and craft beers, and you can enjoy all of them for free.
Colorado has a lot of things to see and do that are inexpensive.
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You can explore the venue, check out the panoramic views, and then hit the many miles of trails through the surrounding meadow.
The Million Dollar Highway is located deep in the San Juan Mountains. The Uncompahgre Gorge is located between the towns of Ouray and Silverton and features steep mountainsides and a valley filled with fir trees and wildflowers.
The planning tip is to drive cautiously. Even in good weather the road is formidable. Pull outs can be used to take advantage. The Red Mountain Pass has a great view.
Each of the peaks in Colorado is a gift of breathtaking views from the top of the world. The variety of 14ers in the state allow access to all levels of hikers.
Whether you decide to hike the short 3-mile trail to Quandary Peak near Breckenridge, tackle a multi-day route to Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park or make a run at the tallest of them all, they all deliver.
There is an archaeological site on a vibrant desert landscape across the Colorado–Utah border. The villages were inhabited from 500 to 1300CE.
Several dwellings, kivas and sandstone towers are still standing today. The site is a testament to the skill and artfulness of its long-ago inhabitants, with roads and trails leading visitors through the site.
The Garden of the Gods features red sandstone rock with a mountain view. You can walk past mammoth boulders, jutting fins and exquisitely thin pinnacles in the park. Rock climbers test their nerves on towering walls while picnicking.
There are hands-on exhibits and knowledgeable rangers at the visitor center. There are guided tours of the park.
It's a good idea to come on a weekday to avoid crowds.
There is an artistic and cultural hub for the region located on a five-acre historic ranch outside of Aspen. The contemporary art gallery has works by renowned artists who can be seen by visitors.
There are a lot of free cultural events throughout the year.
It is possible to camp on federal lands away from established campgrounds in Colorado. You can enjoy camping in Colorado's national forests and BLM lands without having to pay any fees.
In Colorado, you can find mountain peaks, aspen forests, high desert mesas and river valleys.
Dirt roads are accessible to most camping areas. Look for tent symbols along the way if you stop at a Ranger station.
The best preserved ghost town in Colorado is St Elmo. More than 40 buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, most of which were built in the late 19th and early 20th century.
The saloon and billiards hall, courthouse and jail are some of the places visitors can see a glimpse into Colorado's past. There are small placards on each building that let you know about the history of the building.
It's popular on summer weekends, but a dirt road leads to St Elmo year-round.
More than 25,000 people attend the annual Frozen Dead GuyDays festival in the spring. The event celebrates Grandpa Bredo Morstoel, a Norwegian transplant who is frozen in a Tuff Shed waiting for his big thaw. There is a hearse parade, coffin races, polar plunge and frozen turkey bowling.
The weirder the merrier.
Colorado's beer is treated like a high art by the state. The Great Divide Brewing Company is one of the state's best. The brewery received 18 medals at the Great American Beer Festival.
First come, first served, are the free family-friendly tours of the downtown brewhouse. This is a good place to see how its masterpieces are made.
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