Shauna Farnell

Cañon City is home to a bounty of uncrowded singletrack, with some trails, including the Canyon Rim Trail, giving riders spectacular views of the Royal Gorge. (Photo by Shauna Farnell/Special to The Denver Post)

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Outdoors |
Great Colorado mountain bike trails for newbies

August 4, 2023 at 6:45 a.m.

Mountain biking can be intimidating, especially for beginners venturing off familiar trails. Yet not every far-flung fat tire destination requires the skills to tackle rock drops, steep downhills and exposed...

Hannah Gallegos, 9, and Ella Gallegos, 11, ride a paddleboard in North Lake Park in Silverthorne on Sunday, July 10, 2022. "We spend a lot of time in Silverthorne, but it's our first time at this pond," their mother Sara Gallegos said. (Photo by Jintak Han/The Denver Post)

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Outdoors |
5 serene Colorado lakes to explore with your paddleboard

July 13, 2023 at 6:03 a.m.

When it comes to watersports, nothing matches the serenity – or scenery – of gliding across a mountain lake on a stand-up paddleboard.

Beaver Creek is a luxury destination that is also approachable.

Skiing |
A guide to the best of Colorado’s Beaver Creek ski resort

January 30, 2023 at 3:48 p.m.

Beaver Creek is a luxury destination that is also approachable.

No matter where you go around the state, there’s bound to be a fireside seat to sink into, as well as something strong to warm your belly.

Restaurants, Food and Drink |
10 cozy Colorado bars and restaurants for warming up this winter

January 13, 2023 at 12:07 p.m.

No matter where you go around the state, there’s bound to be a fireside seat to sink into, as well as something strong to warm your belly.

Travel |
Why Silverthorne is a great base camp for travelers seeking adventure

September 9, 2022 at 6:00 a.m.

Anyone who has visited Summit County recently has probably noticed that the town of Silverthorne is in the midst of a major renaissance. The high country town is now a...

Restaurants, Food and Drink |
10 of the best patios near your next Colorado adventure

July 6, 2022 at 6:00 a.m.

There’s no setting that allows you to soak up the magic of summer like a sunny patio, especially sipping a drink or refueling with a snack after a morning or...

Whether you're riding the Lunch Loops, ...

Outdoors |
On the Western Slope, you can hike, bike and camp even in the winter

February 7, 2022 at 5:15 p.m.

Hiking, biking and even camping opportunities abound in Colorado’s western desert throughout the winter months.

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