Colorado: known for a snowy summers, world-class ski resorts and months of freezing temperatures. In actuality, we have some of the nicest springs, summers and autumns in the country. With a natural playground covering most of the state, there are plenty of things to do when the temperatures are not frigid where you can still be active and enjoy the outdoors.
1. Head to the slopes! Wait, what? You read it right. After the snow melts our beautiful (and steep) ski resorts turn into a mountain bikers haven. Opening in about mid-June you can go downhill mountain biking at almost all of the major resorts. And don’t worry, the ski lifts turn into bike lifts so no need to bike up, just down.
2. Enjoy the snowmelt by being a part of it. Raft in it! As a byproduct of the snow melting, Colorado has some of the best whitewater rafting in the world. Head down to Salida for the season kick-ofcalled Fibark, or raft under the famous Royal Gorge bridge.
3. Festivals galore. You don’t have to be a city-dweller to get the best of the social festivals of Colorado. If beer is your thing, the late July Breckenridge Beer Festival could be right up your alley. If you’re looking for a more family oriented festival, you check out the Telluride Bluegrass Festival or the Aspen Food and Wine Classic.
4. Soak in the Springs. Ok, technically you can do this year round, but visiting the natural hot springs of Colorado is always a fantastic idea. Head just 20 minutes up I-70 to Idaho Springs, or visit The Hot Sulfur Springs near Grandby, or head south for the Pagosa Hot Springs.
5. Watch a movie… on a mountain or in a park. So technically Red Rocks isn’t a mountain but it is one of the coolest us Coloradans get to brag about as an amphitheater. Film on the Rocks is weekly event, or for something in the city, there are multiple locations where you can relax in a park with a blanket and catch a flick.
6. Be a part of the old west. Get your cowboy hats and boots on and get ready to ride. There are tons of Dude Ranches around Colorado where you can bring the whole family for a be together and get in touch with history and nature in a hand-on experience.
7. Soar high above the trees. Zipline through the mountains above the trees for spectacular views and an exhilarating time. After the quick trip through the tree, head into Idaho Springs for a some dining, eating or a historical mine tour.
8. Go on a brewery tour. Colorado has more breweries per capita than any other state and they are spread out all around the state. Whether you stop in just for a pint or want to get the whole experience by getting a tour of the facilities, stopping in at a Colorado local brewery is a must.
Have you done one of these activities? Comment below and let me know how your experience was.
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