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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Looping Trails for 5 Miles in Roxborough State Park
It’s easy to connect trails in Roxborough State Park for a loop hiking adventure. Continue reading
Easy Sunset Hike at Flatirons Vista Near Denver
With cold mornings here, you might opt for a late afternoon hike instead of a sunrise outing. Flatirons Vista is a great option and the trailhead is only 30 minutes from downtown Denver. It’s an easy and fairly flat trail with two loop options. It would also make for a great snowshoe outing when there’s … Continue reading
Hike to Forgotten Valley in Golden Gate Canyon State Park
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRH2bHuW/ This is a hike with a history lesson. It’s an ultra-family friendly hike to a historic homestead. Four generations of Swedish-Americans lived at the Tallman Ranch in Forgotten Valley in Golden Gate Canyon State Park. Take a picnic and fishing poles. There’s a pond stocked with trout. It’s a wonderful fall hike and easy … Continue reading

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