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Silvershield Trail: Visit Dinosaur Tracks in Ouray, CO!
It is hard to believe that a town known as the “Switzerland of America” would have the longest known contiguous set of dinosaur tracks on earth until you see them with your own eyes. If you are looking for a unique hike that features an impressive collection of dinosaur tracks, Silvershield Trail in Ouray should…
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Bridgeport: The gateway to Big and Little Dominguez Canyons
Bridgeport Road off Highway 50 outside of Whitewater, Colorado provides access to two amazing canyon hikes. The road lets you access Big Dominguez and Little Dominguez Canyons. These are some of my favorite early-season hikes on the Western Slope. Once the snow is too crummy for XC skiing, I usually start hiking here to get…
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Rattlesnake Arches: Colorado’s answer to Arches National Park
Rattlesnake Arches is comprised of the largest concentration of natural arches outside of Arches National Park in Utah. They are located within Black Ridge Canyons Wilderness area in McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area. The lengthy hike to reach these arches will test your limits, but the spectacular concentration of arches is worth the effort. This…
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XC Skiing Colorado’s Western Slope. Some of my favorite trails
XC Skiing has quickly become one of my favorite activities for staying in shape for hiking season. It is a great way to get some exercise in the winter. It is also a perfect way to avoid the crowds and the hefty lift ticket prices of downhill skiing. The Western Slop of Colorado has some…
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The best hike in Canyons of the Ancients National Monument
I have been to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument a couple times, and this is my absolute favorite hike within the monument. This is a long hike, but it is relatively simple. There is not much elevation gain unless you decide to hike out of the canyon. There are so many unique archaeological sites…
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Cortez: where to stay when you visit Canyons of the Ancients
Cortez, Colorado provides the closest access to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. I have visited this National Monument twice now and have stayed at two different hotels in the area. These are my recommendations for where to stay in Cortez for your visit to this amazing monument. Where to stay on your visit to…
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Wiesbaden Hot Springs: A relaxing alternate to busier Ouray springs
Wiesbaden Hot Springs in Ouray, Colorado provide a secluded hot spring retreat away from the busyness of the more touristy Ouray Hot Springs. I have visited these hot springs a couple of times and have had a pleasant and relaxing experience both times. Visit the Wiesbaden for peace and relaxation If you are visiting Ouray,…
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Two of the best hikes to high alpine lakes near Silverton, Colorado
If you are planning to hike near Silverton, Colorado, these high alpine lakes should top your list of sites to see. These hikes are not for the unacclimated, however, as the elevation gain trip distances can present serious challenges to those who have not spent much time at high altitudes. This post contains affiliate links….
