COLORADO Your Perfect Adventure Is Here Soak Up Our Water Relax on a lake shore, book a whitewater-rafting trip, paddle through serene lakes or soak in mineral-rich hot springs surrounded by stunning landscapes. Spend a Night Under the Stars Experience the wonders of the night sky in one of our International Dark Sky Parks and Communities, where the stars shine brighter and mountains are bathed in moonlight. Explore Our Parks & Monuments Our parks invite you to discover hidden waterfalls, hike trails lined with golden aspens, gather around a cosy campfire and uncover the endless adventure inspired by nature. Discover Your Favourite Mountain Town Explore a new downtown with each visit (or many towns in one). Taste their unique local flavours, browse their artisan shops and enjoy quick access to each area’s most scenic escapes. Live Our Western Heritage Denver skyline Discover Colorado’s Wild West through its Indigenous history, frontier mining towns, and rugged collection of dude and guest ranches. Loveland Just south of Fort Collins, Loveland is a hub for art lovers, known for its numerous galleries, bronze foundries and public-art programs. While its Valentine’s Day traditions earn it the title of Sweetheart City, its craft breweries, parks and proximity to the Rockies make it appealing year-round. CAPTAIN COLORADO PHOTOGRAPHY/VISIT DENVER; TONY LITSCHEWSKI Find Your Sense of Adventure Whether it’s scaling peaks, embarking on a culinary tour or finding peace in nature, your adventure in Colorado can be as thrilling, tasty or relaxing as you choose. Eat & Drink Local Savour award-winning cuisine and explore nearly 650 breweries, wineries, distilleries, cideries and meaderies that make Colorado a top dining destination. Estes Park Estes Park, 70 miles (113 kilometres) from Denver, is the eastern gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. Visitors can enjoy a scenic riverwalk, explore quaint shops and local eateries in the village, take a ride on the aerial tramway or spot wildlife along a hiking trail. Its stunning mountain backdrop sets the stage for an unforgettable experience in the Rockies. Take a Scenic Ride Journey along 26 scenic byways and 10 scenic railroads for unforgettable views that reveal the state’s true nature. Experience Our Arts & Culture With 30 Creative Districts, museums, galleries, local events and historical theatres, Colorado’s arts scene invites you to see creativity shaped by the land itself. Boulder Just 35 miles (56 kilometres) from Denver, Boulder is renowned for its culinary scene, outdoor recreation and colorful cultural events. Whether hiking, biking, paddleboarding or rock climbing, visitors find adventure in its natural surroundings. Designated “America’s Foodiest Town” by Bon Appétit magazine, it teems with acclaimed restaurants and an action-packed events calendar. Enjoy Our Wildlife Colorado is among North America’s top wildlife-watching destinations, home to 960 species across mountains, plains and rivers, as well as over 50 birding trails. COLORADO . COM 15
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