Top Things to do in Colorado
Top Hotels in Colorado
- 1. Best Western Plus Peak Vista Inn & Suites
- 2. Grand Hyatt Denver
- 3. Monarch Casino Resort Spa - Black Hawk
- 4. Le Meridien Denver Downtown
- 5. Best Western Plus Executive Residency Fillmore Inn
- 6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Trinidad
- 7. The Oxford Hotel
- 8. Origin Hotel Red Rocks
- 9. SCP Colorado Springs Hotel
- 10. Warwick Denver
The 10 Best Canyons in Colorado, United States
Colorado is home to no less than twenty-six ski resorts such as those in Vail and Breckenridge; other winter activities include snowboarding, sledding, sleigh rides, snow hiking and snowmobiling. The state is blessed with national parks, grasslands and forests where in warmer weather you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or rock climbing. Wildlife abounds, from bears to moose and raccoons to wolverines. More interested in local history? Head for either the Ute Indian Museum or the Koshare Indian Museum, and don't miss the forts such as Fort Garland and Bent's Old Fort. For a complete change, why not take a ride in a hot air balloon from South Park Valley or Boulder and admire Colorado's picturesque landscape from above?
Restaurants in Colorado
1. Purgatoire River Canyon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Deep, scenic red canyon with flowing streams, dramatic sandstone formations and exposed geological processes.
2. Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,010 reviews
Canyon for which this national park was named.
Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States
Black Canyon of the Gunnison is a stunning National Park worth the extra effort to get there. The about 5 mile uphill drive on the Park entrance road starting at elevation 6,400 ft to the Black Canyon (elevation 8,000 ft) is beautiful. The Visitor Center is small, but about right for the annual visitation of about 300,000. I did not find it crowded during my recent visit in August. Only, I wish the restroom facilities were fully developed; currently only pit toilets are available. The museum at the visitor center has nice exhibits. No food is available at the Visitor Center or anywhere else in the park. The park staff is very helpful and the ranger programs are interesting. The Visitor Center building has a wide porch on three sides, which serves as a nice prep or rest area for hikers. Hikes of varying length start from the Visitor Center. One short trail not to miss is the Gunnison Point Trail, the end point of which opens up to a grand view of the Black Canyon. The South Rim Road has about a dozen overlooks of the Canyon. The overlooks are only a few hundred yards from each parking lot. Signs indicate how far they are, but none are farther than a half mile away. Each overlook provides different views of the canyon and or the Gunnison River. The South Rim visit could be completed in about a half day if no long hiking is included. The North Rim is about a 2-hr drive from the south rim, with the last 5 miles are so on dirt road which is pretty smooth. The views at the north rim are grander. The North rim road has six overlooks, and they are much closer to the parking lots. Visiting all the overlooks at the North Rim can be completed in 2 hours. The one short walk not to miss at the North Rim is the Charm View Trail. There are no hiking paths to the river from the rims, but there are so called ‘routes’ which require strenuous scrambling, climbing on rocky surface. These are not maintained trails. Going on these expeditions require Wilderness Permits even for day visits. In summary, the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is a beautiful stunning place to visit.
3. Dominguez Canyon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
A spectacular red rock canyon.
Reviewed By ontheroad133 - Knoxville, United States
We hiked the Bridgeport trail which was mostly dry even though snow blanketed some of the entrance road off Route 50. Quiet and peaceful, this hike was beautiful with steep canyon walls, a bubbling stream and almost a mystical feeling as we were walking where ancient people had once walked. We met no one but a flock of wild turkeys during our 6 hour trek. If you want to get away from it all for a winter hike, this is the place. After you cross the railroad tracks, the trail is still quite a ways. Look for a bridge across the river marked "no entry" and the bridge you want is just beyond it up river. There is a wooden fence and a BLM map and sign just before the bridge.
4. Glenwood Canyon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 71 reviews
This geological formation was created from the waters of the Colorado River.
Reviewed By ArtPhemister - Chattanooga, United States
There is a nice walking and bike path through most of Glenwood Canyon. While much of it follows I-70, some of the trail winds away from the road for more peaceful and nature filled walk. You feel amazingly small as you walk near the Colorado River deep in the canyon. Very enjoyable!
5. Dolores River Canyon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 74 reviews
The 105-mile stretch of the Dolores River and its surrounding 26,000-acre wilderness area is popular for a variety of outdoor activities.
Reviewed By jimmysranch1 - Dolores, United States
If you are looking for a place where the quiet beauty is unspoiled, the Dolores River Canyon will delight.
6. Picketwire Canyonlands
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By AshBernadette88 - Colorado Springs, United States
We decided to make this a family trip (3 people, 3 dogs) and hike to the dinosaur tracks. Make sure to follow driving instructions to the Withers Canyon trailhead if you decide to hike...this is the only public access point for hikers. Signage to the trail head from La Junta is very good. The trail through the canyonlands is very straight-forward; after a 250-foot descent into the canyon, the trail is fairly flat most of the way. The signage continues to be fantastic and periodically relays distances to the three main attractions - the mission/cemetery, the dinosaur tracks, and the ranch. Our objective was to hike to the dinosaur tracks, but we still stopped at the mission/cemetery to take a look. Note that you will have to cross the Purgatory River (it's not very large) to get to the dinosaur tracks. The tracks themselves were so neat to see, and you can get right up close to them! Most are Apatosaurus but we also saw something akin to T-Rex tracks. Worth the hike for sure, and the river is a great place to stop, rest your feet, and refill water containers. IMPORTANT NOTES: There is no cover here and the canyon gets very hot. Bring plenty of sunscreen; we were applying every 90 minutes with 50 SPF and still burned. BRING TOO MUCH WATER. We brought 3 gallons with us and still ran out towards the end of the hike, even though we re-filled at the Purgatory River. Also note that this hike is a bit longer than most trail directions indicate; from the trail head parking lot, it's more like 6 miles to the dinosaur tracks as opposed to 5.3 miles. Great hike, fantastic dinosaur tracks...just make sure you're prepared.
7. Picture Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By fredfK6437VI - Colorado Springs, United States
Rode out there yesterday (4 May 20) on my motorcycle. Picnic area closed, but the trails and parking loots were open. Hot, very dry (no surprise). Call it a remote site. I went in from the north (highway 160), and exited to the East, at Campo. Directions follow: From 160 (about 20 miles from the 109/160 intersection, where the Hiway 160 make a left 90 degree turn to north, take Road W for 3 miles. Turn Right (south) onto Road 13. Continue for 12 miles on Rd 13. Turn left onto Road M. Stay on Rd M for 5 miles. Turn right onto Road 18. Stay on Rd 18 for 9 miles. Total distance from Rt 160 to Picture canyon is 26.9 miles. Took 5+55 from Colorado SPrings. Departing via Campo (did not have the gas to go back to Rt 160 and then to gas in springfield) take Rd 18 north for Nine miles, turn Right (east) onto Road J, follow for six miles, intersect Rt 287/385 at Campo. Gas in Springfield, 22 miles north.
8. Glenwood Canyon Bike Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 406 reviews
This bike trail winds through a canyon and offers scenic vistas of the Colorado River.
Reviewed By hopec186 - Boulder, United States
We rented bikes from Canyon Bikes and took their shuttle to the drop off near the Bair Ranch rest area. It was a spectacular ride through the canyon and along the river. If you’re going to be in Glenwood, this is a great way to spend a morning or afternoon. It is worth noting that around No Name some of the Trail is uphill, so save some energy for the last part of the trail. Enjoy!
9. Poudre Canyon
10. Deer Creek Canyon Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
This recreational outdoor area is located near Deer Creek Canyon and offers mountain biking and hiking.
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