The Place to Celebrate Summer Mancos is a small, energetic town within 10 minutes of Mesa Verde National Park. There is a vibrant arts scene, complete with massive, building-sized murals, and the friendly locals really love a festival. If you...
Sterling’s story began in the 1860s and 1870s, when pioneers settled along the South Platte River, drawn both to the fertile river bottomlands and to the chance to claim homesteads. The arrival of the Union Pacific Railroad in 1881 sparked...
Manitou Springs, founded in 1872, began as a popular spa-style resort town that specialized in the treatment of tuberculosis with its healing natural mineral spring water. Many Native American tribes peacefully shared access to the springs and considered the area...
Winter Wonderland Whether you’re looking to explore quiet trails through snow-frosted forests, hunker down with a good book and the perfect latte, or experience full-throttle adventure in the backcountry, January can be a wonderful time to visit Creede — a...
Located in the heart of the rugged San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado, Ouray is an unforgettable winter getaway offering alpine adventure as well as deep relaxation. Pronounced “yur-AY,” the mining town was incorporated in 1876 and named for the...
Durango was established in 1880 with the development of the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad, built specifically to transport ore, freight, and passengers. Today, Durango continues to celebrate its vibrant history with a year-round train service and a historic downtown...
