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Ouray officials, businesses encouraging tourism despite Gold Mountain fire nearby
U.S. Highway 550 has reopened outside of Ouray. People should "use their own judgement," firefighting...
Costs to visit Colorado’s natural wonders are adding up
Those looking to check out Colorado’s most popular natural destinations may have to start building...
This unusual plant is superblooming right now in Colorado with flowers 5 feet tall
Coloradans heading to the mountains in the next couple weeks will be treated to a...
Here’s how to get away in Colorado. Like really, really far away.
Looking for less crowded spots? We've got some suggestions.
Lemonade stand at 14,438 feet educates Colorado hikers about backcountry safety
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade on top of a 14er.
County has ‘zero tolerance’ for campers who violate tightening fire restrictions
Folks found violating fire restrictions in Summit County this summer will more than likely be...
Can summer festival season cure Telluride’s winter blues?
Telluride Bluegrass Festival kicks off summer of 'happy campers' after tough ski season.
Slow down! Enjoy these side trip adventures on the way to Las Vegas
Let the schedule go and enter the wildness of Southwestern open spaces.
A taste of ancient America is whatap new in Tucson’s food scene
Indigenous ingredients are shaping menus in the only U.S. city designated as a UNESCO City...
Colorado summer travel ideas, from glamping and hot air balloons to swimming and fishing
From city fishing and hot air balloon festivals to cozy retreats within driving distance, Colorado...
Some Colorado campgrounds won’t have water for visitors this summer
It's a 'bring your own' kind of summer when it comes to water, even at...
Visit the Old West at this ‘haunted’ saloon just outside Las Vegas
The Pioneer Saloon thrives as an antiquity with a pulse.
These adult summer retreats can help Coloradans escape burnout
Options range from survival camps to meditation retreats to song-writing bootcamps.
Sleep in a treehouse, hike with llamas, stargaze and more summer whimsy
Add a dash of playfulness to your Colorado wanderlust this summer.
Telluride Bluegrass Festival has a rare treat in the lineup: opera and banjos
Telluride Bluegrass is one of just a few places that soprano singer Renée Fleming and...
Pick your own flowers at these farms and garden centers in Colorado
Thanks to Colorado’s agricultural roots, locals aren’t limited to simply buying a bouquet, as many...
Here’s what you’ll pay for permits to visit Blue Lakes starting in 2027
The U.S. Forest Service is proposing $5 to $25 for day-use and overnight permits, respectively....
10 tree-house hotels in the U.S. for you to commune with nature in comfort
Raised in seclusion above the forest floor, these accommodations recall the simple joys of childhood.
Looking for beach vibes? Here’s where to find them in landlocked Colorado
Find a place to cool off in the water or have a beach-like experience on...
There’s a new wildflower festival this summer, and it’s closer to Denver
Colorado’s wildflower season is expected to arrive early this year due to warm and dry...
Big balloons will rise above Colorado’s heat this summer; watch ’em soar or take a ride
The world’s best hot air balloon festivals happen in and around Colorado; here’s where to...
Here are cheap summer flights out of DIA as airfare prices surge
The price to fly is surging as the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran has...
Entry fees for iconic Maroon Bells may rise next year due to funding deficit
Despite its popularity, the current recreation fee and reservation system don’t come close to covering...
How to save on summer travel based on latest trends report
The week for the best value for flights is the week of Aug. 10.
An Estes Park getaway can be about more than just the outdoors
The cabins at Castle Mountain Lodge are ready to go with firewood, television and a...
Colorado’s 10 most popular hikes, according to AllTrails
They include a chain of lakes in Rocky Mountain Park, a glacier and a wildflower-strewn...
US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support, AP learns
New U.S. policy revokes passports for parents owing over $100K, soon expanding to $2,500
Movie-theater hotel adds vintage Airstreams, Quonset huts in San Luis Valley
Opened in 2022, the Frontier Drive-Inn revitalized a historic outdoor theater that operated from 1955...
10 unique global hotels that are perfect for stargazing
People who want to get away from the city and experience the heavens’ natural splendor...
Denver bar ranked among the 10 best in the U.S., according to Food & Wine
This month, Food & Wine released its annual Global Tastemakers Awards, naming a Denver bar...
2 Colorado small towns rank high among the best in the West
Palisade and Breckenridge were named in USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards.
Gorgeous Colorado hike reopens this summer with new rules for hiking, camping, human waste
“We found a lot of piles of human feces and toilet paper behind almost every...
Lesser known (but really fun) things to do in and around Sin City
Kayak through a cave in the desert, visit the Las Vegas Neon Museum or walk...
These rain-soaked spots in the West might be having a superbloom
“Regionally, it looks like itap going to be a very good year,” said Dan McCamish,...
At this Durango inn, locals, visitors and a bygone era converge
Tracie Trotter has always been interested in history -- she even had two storage pods...
Is Aspen over? Another year of poor snow has loyalists rethinking trips
There’s no way to sugarcoat it: This season has been terrible for resorts.
Telluride’s inaugural skijoring event is ready to ride despite warm weather
This weekend, the town of Telluride will host its first skijoring competition despite unseasonably warm...
How tightening budgets, recession fears are impacting travel decisions
With cost of living skyrocketing, travel budgets may be on the chopping block.
Try these spa traditions from around the world without leaving Colorado
Iron Mountain Hot Springs has recreated Turkish hammams, Finnish barrel saunas and more
Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel offers a body, mind and soul reset
Jacumba today feels like what Marfa, Texas, must have been like before Donald Judd arrived.
US ski resorts turn to drones to make it snow amid dire drought
The idea of cloud seeding dates back to the 19th century.
Mushing through the Rockies: Plan a dogsled adventure for the whole family
As winter returns in Colorado, adventurous spirits turn to dog sledding for a unique alternative...
In Telluride, don’t order an espresso martini. Get a Flatliner cocktail instead.
The Flatliner is like many people in Telluride – it arrived as a tourist and...
DIA wants to shave 13 seconds off travelers’ train waits using newer cars
DIA just completed an initial $78 million partial fleet replacement, shifting from its 1995 steel...
Some of Colorado’s best (and most adventurous) mountaintop meals
From moonlit dinners reached on skis to multicourse meals atop high peaks, the journey is...
What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats
The airline began selling tickets shaped by the new policy in July.
How to find (and photograph) Colorado’s best snow-capped mountain views
From icy cliffs to picture-perfect pull-offs, here’s how to enjoy the best snow-draped drives without...
DIA hits 200 nonstop domestic destinations, tops among U.S. airports
Denver International Airport hit the 200 mark for nonstop flights to domestic destinations -- more...
Super Bowl LX guide: What to do within 10 miles of Levi’s Stadium
Silicon Valley computer history, heritage neighborhoods, museums, parks, restaurants -- and a mysterious 160-room mansion
Colorado’s gay ski weeks are more than just LGBTQ+ parties. They are tied to a mission.
But don't be fooled, they're still one helluva party.
Skip the busy Colorado mountains in the winter. Instead, go east.
Many Coloradans shrug off the Eastern Plains as flat and boring compared to the majestic...