Escape the heat in Denver and take a hike around Colorado’s newest state park. Staunton State Park opened in May 2013 and boasts a wide variety of terrain and trails. One of our favorites: Staunton Ranch Trail (pictured), where you can get lost—hopefully only metaphorically, of course—exploring wildflower-filled meadows.

Sarah Banks
Sarah Banks
Sarah produces, photographs and researches the photography in the print edition of 5280. In addition, she photographs and writes for 5280.com.