colorado
Colorado is one of the places I know best, so this archive covers hiking, skiing, camping, road trips, and favorite mountain towns from years of living there.
This archive currently includes 19 posts for colorado.
'10 Best Winter Hikes Near Denver for Scenic Adventures'
My picks for the best winter hikes near Denver, from Loveland Pass and Brainard Lake to Butler Gulch and St Mary's Glacier — with dog-friendly trail tips.
Discovering Fall Foliage in Colorado: A Guide for Adventurers
My favorite places to see fall foliage near Denver — golden aspens at Kenosha Pass, the Abyss Trail, Golden Gate Canyon, St Mary's Glacier, and Loveland Pass.
Colorado Summer Road Trip Map
A two-week Colorado summer road trip itinerary with mountain towns, camping ideas, scenic drives, and favorite outdoor stops across the state.
Car Camping with a Mini Cooper: Tips, Gear, and Locations
Everything I learned car camping across Colorado in my MINI Cooper — developed vs dispersed sites, Black Canyon stargazing, packing lists, and dog tips.
A Guide to Planning Your Ski Trip in Steamboat Springs Ski Resort in Colorado
How I plan ski trips to Steamboat Springs — ski-in/ski-out stays, Strawberry Park Hot Springs reservations, night skiing, and the Fish Creek Falls hike.
Guide to Visiting All 4 National Parks in Colorado: Rocky Mountain, Great Sand Dune, Black Canyon and Mesa Verde
My guide to all four Colorado national parks — Rocky Mountain, Great Sand Dunes, Black Canyon of the Gunnison, and Mesa Verde — with camping and hike tips.
Top Ski Mountains Near Denver on the IKON Pass
My ranking of the Ikon Pass mountains near Denver after skiing them all — Aspen Snowmass, Steamboat, Winter Park, Copper, A-Basin, Eldora, and Taos.
The Ultimate Guide to Aspen Snowmass Ski Resort: Lodging, Dog-Friendly Tips, and More!
My winter guide to Aspen Snowmass — where to stay in Snowmass Village, skiing Long Shot, and taking my dog Sora on the slopes after the lifts close.
Things to do in Grand Junction Colorado
My dog-friendly weekend guide to Grand Junction: driving Colorado National Monument, hiking Dominguez Canyon, and wine tasting in nearby Palisade.
Exploring the Southwest: Ouray vs Telluride Summer Guide
Ouray or Telluride? I've stayed in both and break down which to choose, plus Blue Lakes and Ice Lake hikes, hot springs, the via ferrata, and camping.
The 16 Best Summer Hikes Colorado
My favorite summer hikes in Colorado from my years living there, including Blue Lakes, Sky Pond, Maroon Bells, Hanging Lake, and Dominguez Canyon.
Summer Guide to Maroon Bells and Aspen Colorado
My summer guide to Maroon Bells and Aspen: shuttle and parking reservations, dog-friendly trails, Independence Pass, Twin Lakes, and photography tips.
Hiking Blue Lakes trail in Colorado
My guide to hiking Blue Lakes Trail near Ridgway, Colorado — yes, you can swim in the icy alpine lakes — plus camping at the trailhead and Mt Sneffels.
9 Places to Fly Your Drone in Colorado
My favorite places to fly a drone in Colorado, from Loveland Pass Lake and Ouray to Kenosha Pass fall colors, Twin Lakes, and Dominguez Canyon.
Top 10 Outdoor Things to Do Near Denver Colorado
My favorite outdoor adventures near Denver: the Telluride via ferrata, hiking a 14er, whitewater rafting in Clear Creek, alpine lakes, and hot springs.
Denver to Seattle Roadtrip: Best Stops and Sites to See
A scenic Denver to Seattle road trip route with favorite stops in Wyoming and Oregon, plus practical notes on what is worth the detour.
Female Solo Camping: Reflections & Tips
What I learned solo camping in Colorado with my dog Sora: managing fear, my full packing list, choosing a campsite, and safety steps before you go.
Cultivating a Beautiful Single Life: Part II
Part II of my single life story: leaving Denver for Seattle, a second chance at love, another breakup, and the three goals that helped me rebuild.
Denver, you were good to us.
Reflections on my year in Denver with Sora — over 60 hikes, pandemic loneliness, heartbreak, and growth — and why I packed the car and moved to Seattle.