COME TO LIFE Desert Getaways Cruise southwest to Mesa Verde National Park to take a relaxed drive on the Trail of the Ancients scenic and historic byway, stopping off to view Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings. Traverse sandy trails surrounded by high-desert wildlife like weasels, rabbits and scaly lizards. Advanced hikers can take in the natural wonder of Rattlesnake Canyon — the second highest concentration of arches in the United States — where you can hike or 4x4 through vaults of colorful layered sandstone. Over on the eastern plains, you’ll spot remains of Apatosaurus and Allosaurus at the Picketwire Canyonlands , a paleontological area south of La Junta with ancient dinosaur tracks big enough for you to sit in. Picketwire Canyonlands near La Junta You might notice that we love our activewear. And there’s a reason for that — weather conditions can change quickly, and we like to be prepared for whatever nature throws our way — like an afternoon thunderstorm that rolls in on a sunny day. From packing layers and comfy shoes to homegrown styles, check Colorado.com/ WhatToWear for packing tips. Rattlesnake Canyon near Fruita 36 1-800-COLORADO FROM TOP: PICKETWIRE CANYON/JAY DICKMAN; ERIC WUNROW WHAT TO PACK
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