BARR LAKE STATE PARK Colorado Springs Iconic Pikes Peak is Colorado Springs’ showpiece, which features dozens of attractions, including the famed Garden of the Gods. See page 101 for more. Rocky Mountain National Park One of the nation’s top outdoor destinations, this natural wonder boasts 350 miles of trails, unparalleled wildlife sightings and Trail Ridge Road. A new seasonal Bustang route runs from Denver to the park. See page 110 for more. Drive: 1 hour, 30 minutes Summit County FROM TOP: COLORADO PARKS & WILDLIFE; VISIT AURORA. A popular snow-sports destination in winter, this region attracts visitors year-round with quintessential mountain towns and scenic vistas. See page 130 for more. Drive: 1 hour, 40 minutes Golden Historic downtown is packed with Wild West attractions and shops nudged up against dozens of mountain parks and hiking and biking trails. See page 163 for more. Drive: 1 hour, 30 minutes Drive: 25 minutes STANLEY MARKETPLACE COLORADO . COM 99