Nederland: Diamond Lake Trail
Wind through quiet pine forest to wide-open views and a crystalline alpine lake tucked into the foothills of the Indian Peaks.
Fort Collins: Arthur’s Rock Loop in Lory State Park
Lory State Park boasts 30 miles of sinuous trails through the foothills, like this view-packed trek to the park’s marquee high point.
Nederland: Boy Scout Loop
Romp through a miniature aspen forest, snag views of the snowcapped Indian Peaks, and find solitude on this hidden gem of a hike.
Golden: The Golden Gate Canyon State Park Loop
On a crisp bluebird day, this epic hike in the closest state park to Denver offers plenty of fall color and vistas for hikers, bikers, and equestrians.
Why Michelin Green Stars Set Colorado Restaurants Apart from the Rest of the U.S.
The Centennial State’s challenging climate doesn’t make obtaining the sustainability-focused award easy. But on Tuesday, we earned four.
4 Great Bike Rides for Seeing Fall Foliage in Colorado
Each route offers the opportunity for a leaf-peeping adventure on two wheels.
Aspen’s Ruggerfest Returns For Its 55th Year This Weekend
Catch the storied Gentlemen of Aspen as they attempt their third tourney victory in a row. And maybe down a pint or two with the team afterward.
The Little-Known Story Behind Leadville’s New Memorial to Irish Immigrants
The city will officially unveil its Irish Miners’ Memorial this weekend in remembrance of the 1,100 immigrants buried in unmarked graves.
Alpine Lake Bagging: Where to Stand-Up Paddleboard in the Sky
Soak up the last bits of summer by packing a paddleboard for your next trip above treeline. Here are some of our favorite mountain lakes to laze around on.
Get 2 Courses (and Wine) for Less Than $50 at These 7 Bib Gourmand-style Restaurants
Michelin named nine Bib Gourmand restaurants in Colorado for high-quality meals at decent prices. Here are seven more we think should’ve made the cut.
Road-Trip Restaurant: The Saloon at Ouray’s Western Hotel
Chef Nic Weber offers a tasting counter experience infused with heritage ingredients and techniques at Ouray’s newly renovated hotel.
Where Have All the Downtown Denver Parking Meters Gone?
Finding a spot to stash your vehicle in downtown Denver is no longer easy. Here’s why—and how you might need to adjust your expectations going forward.
Is Leadville’s Courtney Dauwalter the GOAT of Ultrarunning?
The Colorado endurance athlete just accomplished a historic trail running feat, so we figured it was worth comparing her to another GOAT, Michael Jordan, to see how she stacks up.
What the Denver Broncos Can Learn from the NBA Champion Denver Nuggets
The Broncos have been a mediocre to flat-out bad team for years. The Nuggets are NBA Champions. What can the blue and orange learn from the champs? We have a few thoughts.
14 of Denver’s Best Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants
From fresh pastas to hand-tossed pizza to vegan sushi, here’s where to find the city’s finest plant-based fare.
Fox and the Hen is a Hot Spot for Morning Munchies
The LoHi eatery serves playful, early day eats from chefs Carrie Baird and Michael Fox.
Onward & Upward
A letter from the editor of 5280.
How Lucina Eatery & Bar is Making Dining Out Fun Again
Lucina Eatery & Bar invites diners to give themselves over to the culinary traditions of Latin America, South America, Spain, and the Caribbean.
3 Colorado Honey Brands to Buy Now
With pollinators in peril, it’s never been more important to support our local bees and beekeepers. Thanks to these makers, it’s also deliciously easy.
Why Luis Benitez Believes The Outdoor Recreation Industry Needs A Seat In Washington, D.C.
Benitez wants to harness his past experience as the first director of the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office to create a similar entity in the federal government. But can the accomplished mountaineer get Americans—especially Beltway politicians—to see the benefit of coordinating our outdoor adventures?
