Outdoors & Rec

Picture someone tossing random seeds into bare soil, watering once or twice, and ending up with a backyard jungle of blooms.

You’re going to want to go stargazing.

The Perseid Meteor Shower is one of the best and most popular meteor showers of the year, and it’ll peak this week.

On July 11, hundreds of tubers in business attire and themed costumes got “weird, wet, and wild” floating down the local creek.

It’s safe to say this town knows how to keep things interesting.

From national parks to remote mountain towns, the sky’s the limit on this stargazing route.

Thousands of cyclists will take over local lanes and paths in honor of Bike to Work Day. Next, try these rides through the foothills.

It’s summer! Go out and enjoy a sunrise or sunset.

From one-of-a-kind hiking essentials to timeless leisure accessories, the best Colorado-inspired presents are here for you.

Admire abundant blooms all summer long on these wildflower hikes near Denver….as well as a few more worth a long drive.

Here’s when to catch the full moon in Denver, where to look in the sky and why it’s called a Strawberry Moon.

The coolest events during Denver’s hottest season.

Plan a day trip or weekend getaway to this mountain town featuring endless outdoor adventures.

During the early hours of June 1 and 2, lights were photographed from across the state.

A rare geometric storm could cause the sky to light up with bands of purple, magenta and green in Colorado.

Public art tours, an epic marathon around town and hundreds of breakfast stations on your way to work, plus more free events all through June.

At Civic Center Park May 31 and June 1, this fest will have 40 percent more space.