COME TO LIFE Breckenridge Oktoberfest Fall Scenic Drives Load everyone in the car and discover pathways of fall color throughout the Rockies. The views are especially breathtaking on the Gold Belt Tour winding through Florissant, Cripple Creek and Cañon City, where you can take a mine tour or see ancient ecosystems at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. Uncover Kenosha Pass between Conifer and Fairplay, pausing to scout Segment 6 of the famed long-distance Colorado Trail. Reflect on some of our state’s scenic water sources along the Colorado River Headwaters Scenic Byway from Grand Lake to State Bridge. Rent kayaks and paddle on Lake Granby or discover cascades on the hike to Adams Falls. Festivals Don your lederhosen and raise your stein at Breckenridge Oktoberfest , where Main Street transforms into a lively stretch of beer tents, pretzel stands and Bavarian tunes set against golden aspens and ski-town charm. In Fort Collins, Tour de Fat brings out costumed cyclists, whimsical floats and live music in a mashup of parade, party and bike-powered fun. Head to Pagosa Springs for the Colorfest Hot Air Balloon Rally , where dozens of bright balloons lift off at sunrise over the San Juan River, followed by wine and food tastings downtown. 44 1-800-COLORADO BRECKENRIDGE TOURISM OFFICE
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