COME TO LIFE | Experience Colorado’s Fall Color Fall Color Experience Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley In the fall, Colorado is transformed into a natural arena of shimmering colors, with the state’s signature gold aspen trees serving as the main act. Everyone wants to see Colorado’s stunning autumn golds and reds, but it’s tricky to predict when and where the leaves will be showing off. September is the ideal month to spot fall colors, but you have to time it right. When one area’s color fades, another is just changing. A good strategy: Select travel dates in advance, but not destinations. Then go wherever the color is best. Continued on page 26. 24 1-800-COLORADO ANDREA SHAVER. Autumn is one of our best-kept secrets. Soak up our golden season by adding these activities to your trip itinerary.