My friend Melissa and I have a fall foliage tradition. For several years now, we’ve gone leaf peeping in and around Breckenridge, Colorado, on or close to September 18th. Fall colors usually peak in Breckenridge around that date. This year the leaves peaked earlier than normal because of the hot and dry conditions. While they … Continue reading
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First Fall Colors in Colorado
Boreas Pass near Breckenridge is usually one of the first places in Colorado, and the country, for the aspens to start putting on their vivid display of autumnal hues. Normally, the golden aspens peaks around September 18-20 in that area. My friend Kristen and I took her Jeep out for a ride up Boreas Pass … Continue reading
Fall Gold Mine in Aspen Alley
The Colorado mountain town of Breckenridge has a deep mining history. Gold was found in the summer of 1859 and was just one of the metallics attracting those seeking to strike it rich. This time of year you can hit gold on a fall foliage treasure hunt. If your searching for a gold rush, head … Continue reading

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