Outdoor fitness is practically synonymous with the Mile High City, where workouts often serve a bigger goal—whether that’s a marathon finish line, a fourteener summit, or a skimo weekend in the backcountry.
A $4.9 million restoration project rebuilt Hanging Lake’s battered trail, added climate-resilient infrastructure, and protected one of the state’s most beloved attractions.
Socks and ties are so passé. Instead, gift Dad one of these experiences this year.
Idaho’s Lower Salmon River delivers big scenery, kid-friendly camping, and just enough splashy adventure to keep everyone talking about it long after the takeout.
Whoever said “don’t let your babies grow up to be cowboys” clearly never took their kids to Granby’s 107-year-old C Lazy U Ranch. Plus: four more spots to saddle up for a quintessential Colorado vacation.
This turquoise tarn cradled below the Diamond of Longs Peak is one of the most popular hikes in the park—for good reason.
Hit the road or hop a flight to play the Colorado way—with a change of scenery.
This 3,900-acre uncrowded expanse is just 20 minutes from downtown Golden, but it offers solitude, serenity, and wildflowers aplenty.
Fish-stocking season on the Colorado River becomes a meditation on solitude, aging, and the deep comfort of knowing a stretch of water by heart.
There’s never been a better time to plan a Grand Valley sipping tour.
Moab isn’t ruined—you’re just hiking the wrong trails. These under-the-radar treks offer solitude, scenery, and a throwback to the desert’s quieter days.
Petroglyphs, empty campsites, and miles of red-rock terrain reward hikers willing to trade certainty for solitude in Big Dominguez Canyon.
Adam Miller started Revel Bikes in his Carbondale living room. Then he watched as a private-equity firm sent the company over the handlebars. Can Miller overcome crushing tariffs and a sputtering bike market to revive his business?
This Mother’s Day, celebrate your adventure mom by giving her what she really wants: sweat and rest.
These outdoor brands have made it a point to produce sustainable gear.
Looking for a trail to give your favorite out-of-towner a taste of Colorado’s natural beauty? Do so with one of these easier Front Range treks.
Just off Guanella Pass in Grant, Tumbling River Ranch pairs luxe cabins and creekside hot tubs with communal meals and activities for a surprisingly social—and restorative—mountain escape.
Come to this mountain enclave for the outdoor recreation, but stay for the friendly community vibe.
To mark the occasion, we spoke with Huberto Maestas, whose art helps keep San Luis on the map.
Don’t let April and May slip away without saving some serious dough on eats, adventure, and getaways.
