Mount Galbraith in Golden, Colorado is a scenic 4.1-mile loop hike with quick elevation gain—ideal for training for Kilimanjaro, Everest Base Camp, or Colorado 14ers. Continue reading
Category Archives: Explore Colorado
This is all about the great outdoors. As an expert on travel and adventure in the Centennial State, I share my experiences in “Explore Colorado.” Since I lived in San Antonio and Houston for a total of 11 years, and travel back frequently, I share my adventures in the Lone Star State in “Explore Texas.” The “Explore the Outdoors” section features a plethora of adventures from La Bufadora near Ensenada, Mexico to walking the Swamp Rabbit Trail in Greenville, South Carolina. In “Explore the Parks,” I shares my many adventures in national parks from the desert of Joshua Tree National Park to the snow covered peaks of Rocky Mountain National Park.
A Perfect Day in Glenwood Springs: Hike, Hot Springs, and Historic Charm
For hiking and hot springs enthusiasts Glenwood Springs is a premier destination steeped in rich history and natural beauty. For centuries, the Ute people revered the area’s mineral waters, calling them “Yampah” or “big medicine,” and using the hot springs for healing and ceremonial purposes. In the late 1800s, settlers established the Glenwood Hot Springs … Continue reading
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Hiking Caribou Ranch in Winter: History, Solitude on Snowy Trails, and a Sweet Finish
This is a hike with a little bit of everything – forest, meadows, history, and a lovely creek. Caribou Ranch Open Space is about an hour drive from Denver. Near Nederland, the 2,151-acre open space sits between 8,300 and 10,000 feet. On a glorious morning, my friend Mindy and I decided to hike the Blue … Continue reading
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Winter Hiking in Golden Gate Canyon State Park: Exploring the Mule Deer Trail to Frazer Meadow
Golden Gate Canyon State Park between Golden and Nederland is a top spot for fall colors in Colorado’s foothills and very popular in summer, but in winter it transforms into a serene winter wonderland. If you love solitude, snowy trails winding through pines and aspens, and a hike with a dose of history, hiking the … Continue reading
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How to Spend a Day in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado
Spend a summer day in Red Feather Lakes hiking around Dowdy Lake, enjoying pizza and ice cream, and driving to historic Deadman Lookout. Continue reading
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Dowdy Lake Trail: An Easy Lake Hike Near Red Feather Lakes
Dowdy Lake Trail is an easy 2.3-mile loop near Red Feather Lakes with water views, ponderosa pines, quiet coves and interesting rock formations. Continue reading
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A Scenic 5-Mile Hike in Roxborough State Park
It’s easy to connect trails in Roxborough State Park for a loop hiking adventure. Continue reading
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One Night in Glenwood Springs, Colorado: Soak, Stay, and Savor History
Even if you only have one night, like I did on a road trip back to Denver, Glenwood Springs, Colorado, is a relaxing and rejuvenating destination. From soaking in therapeautic waters to staying in the historic Hotel Colorado still adorned with festive holiday lights in early January, this mountain town offers charm and tranquil for … Continue reading
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