We moved to the Front Range of the Colorado Rockies in 2020. Since then, we visited a few magnificent locations around the area but nothing prepared us for how amazing the western part of the state is (aka the Western Slope).
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Many who don’t live in Colorado are scared of winter in this part of the country. Don’t be! Yes, we can get some snow, but it’s winter! Snow should happen! A bonus?: in winter, timed entry passes are not required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park. Here are some of our winter drives and walks.
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Known for its five peaks and the highest lift-served terrain in North America catering to skiing enthusiasts, Breckenridge is not only a winter wonderland but a great summer destination. Hiking its hundreds of trails, you’ll find inner peace among wild flowers and awe in mountain and lake views. Perched at 9,600 feet, the charming Victorian town of Breckenridge is small but full of attractions for everyone from Gold Rush history afficionados, to art appreciators, and to souvenir shoppers.
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One of the best things about living in Colorado is that we are never far from spectacular natural statements! Each season emphasizes a different beauty of the rugged landscape. We have the added bonus of having friends in high places: our neighbors and friends have a summer cabin near Lake Granby (which sits at 8,284 feet elevation), about two hours’ drive from where we live, just outside and west of Denver.
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Perched at almost 7,000 feet, Flagstaff (or Flag, as the locals endearingly call it) is home to Humphreys Peak, Arizona’s tallest mountain. The town welcomes avid skiers at the Arizona Snowbowl ski resort and star gazers at the Lowell Observatory. Nearby, one can discover ancient native pueblos in the Wupatki National Monument and explore the Native American cliff dwellings of Walnut Canyon.
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