An Adventurist’s guide to colorado

Colorado is packed with adventure and it won’t disappoint you. Colorado truly has it all; the best of the nature for all the adventure and spectacular cities for all the other recreational activities you can think of. This guest post is by Emma who writes for the blog Live Life Adventurously has it all covered. Read on to know about some of the wonderful adventures you can take in beautiful Colorado.

1. go skiing

Wow is this one obvious. Everyone knows Colorado boasts some of the best skiing in the United States. My favorite resort is Breckenridge, which has a ton of great blue runs so I can take it easy and enjoy skiing.

2. swim in hot springs

Colorado has tons of hot springs scattered throughout the state, but I believe that the one in Glenwood Springs is most well-known. These are naturally warm pools of water that will soothe and relax your muscles (especially after a day of skiing).

3. see a concert at Red Rocks Amphitheater

Red Rocks Amphitheater is a concert venue located in Morrison, CO., about 40 minutes West of Denver. It’s a natural, outdoor amphitheater carved in some red rocks. It’s an awesome place to be outside and enjoy the Colorado summer.

4. see a Rockies Game at Coors Field

GO ROCKIES! Yes, our baseball team is not the best, but baseball games are fun. It is America’s past time after all. Plus, who can beat the views of Denver and the mountains from the stadium? My recommendation? Go on the 4th of July because the stadium has a firework show immediately following the games. The fans get to sit on the field and watch the show.

5. visit the Garden of the Gods

Located in Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods is yet another awesome natural rock formation that hosts a really cool way to climb around rocks and see the beauty that Colorado mountains have to offer.

6. hike the Incline

We Coloradans can be pretty crazy. On our days off, instead of taking it easy and watching TV, we go hike a short hike that rises 1,000 ft in elevation. This hike would be the Incline in Manitou Springs. It’s a good workout that we call casual.

7. run in the BolderBoulder

If you’re in Colorado for Memorial Day, sign up for the BolderBoulder. It’s a 10K race around the city with thousands of people. It’s a great race in the Boulder community, and you get to hang out with some of the coolest people in Colorado.

8. walk along Pearl Street

After you’re done with the BolderBoulder (or whenever you find yourself in Boulder), walk along Pearl Street. There are some great shops, amazing restaurants, cute little playgrounds, and fun street performers to enjoy.

9. eat at Beau Jo’s Pizza

Have you ever put honey on your pizza crust? Probably not. At Beau Jo’s, multiple bottles of honey are already sitting at the table when you arrive. When your pizza finally gets to your table, you will love their mountain-pie style pizza, and dip the crust in some rich honey. I’m hungry now. Find the original in Idaho Springs, or eat at other locations in Boulder, Arvada, Denver, Evergreen, Fort Collins, or Steamboat Springs.

10. run on the Sand Dunes

Who doesn’t love piles of sand? Find some massive ones at the Sand Dunes park located near Alamosa. Spend the night camping there, but be careful because the dunes can be extremely windy. You may have to run across the sand dunes because your feet may be so hot!

11. hike a 14er

Again, we Coloradans generally do not like to sit around for a day. So we like to wake up early to go hike a mountain whose peak is about 14,000 ft. Hiking a 14er makes you hike this mountain with an elevation gain up to 14,000 ft or further (hence the name 14er). It’s a great way to get outside and get some exercise, as well as see some amazing views and feel like you’re on top of the world. I recommend Grey’s and Torrey’s Peaks.

12. walk along 16th Street Mall

Similar to Pearl Street, 16th Street Mall is a pedestrian-only street that runs from Union Station to the Denver Performing Arts Center. 16th Street boasts shops and amazing restaurants, plus a free MallRide to get you from one end to the other.

13. eat a meal in Union Station

Located just at the end of 16th Street Mall, Union Station is a popular place for locals and tourists alike to grab a bite to eat. It’s a train station for trains and buses running around Colorado, but the architecture and some of the restaurants are worth the trip. I recommend the Kitchen Next Door or Mercantile & Dining. Both are amazing and should be checked out!

Do y’all have any other suggestions for places to go in Colorado? I’d love to hear what some of your must-do’s in Colorado are! Thanks for checking this post out and definitely venture around the website some more!