Enjoy diverse hiking trails in scenic Colorado hiker towns catering to all skill levels, offering unforgettable adventures. Stay close to hiking trails at hotels in picturesque mountain towns like ...

Colorado is home to incredible historical sites that showcase its rich past. From ancient Puebloan ruins to fossil beds and ...

Fishers Peak State Park Manager Crystal Dreiling said the park's next "trail package" would soon go out to bid — a project ...

Colorado is a state known for its stunning landscapes, diverse terrain, and breathtaking views. From towering mountain ranges ...

Four legendary long-distance backpackers share their favorite training hikes to prepare for weeks or months of thru-hiking.

In my column in the Jan. 23 edition of The Independent, I wrote about the many features in the EXPLORE Act, a single piece of ...

A passerby heard “screams” echoing through a Colorado mountain trail and discovered a hiker who had fallen off a cliff, ...

Years in the making, the bipartisan supported Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences Act, or EXPLORE Act, ...

The Surf Hotel and its sister properties have helped to revitalize Buena Vista, a central Colorado town with plenty of outdoor activities for visitors.