Steal our itinerary for the perfect weekend in Black Hawk
Book a fun and relaxing Colorado staycation this summer. Our latest edition of Travel Westword takes you to Black Hawk.
In The Mountains
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Showing up to work as a wildfire fire burns six miles away
While the Willow fire burns nearby, this Leadville resident is cleaning dog baths and selling tourist merch — with her Jeep packed and ready to evacuate.
Bishop Castle survives Aspen Acres fire … so far
In a state full of natural marvels, the 160-foot-high castle remains a towering achievement.
Wildfires are raging across Colorado. Here’s the latest
The Aspen Acres ballooned from under 400 acres to over 23,000 in just one day, burning multiple buildings in Pueblo County.
Colorado, Utah mourn 3 firefighters killed in fire outbreak on state border
Nearby communities have received pre-evacuation warnings, according to the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office.
Ten common Colorado wildflowers to spot on your next hike
A local naturalist shares when and where to find these interesting, easy-to-identify blooms.
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A beginner’s guide to Telluride Bluegrass Festival
Here’s how to properly celebrate the summer solstice in the San Juans this weekend.
One-tank road trips from Denver worth the drive (and gas prices)
The state’s scenic byways lead to dinosaur tracks, ghost towns and a 14,000-foot summit.
Ten things to do in Silverthorne this summer
Plan a day trip or weekend getaway to enjoy wildflower hikes, riverfront dining and a new creative district.
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More Than a Sports Festival: GoPro Mountain Games One of Colorado’s Best Music Weekends
“Mountain culture and music culture are one and the same.”
Vail Resorts, Alterra Sued for Being Too Expensive, Inflating Cost of Epic and Ikon Passes
Are the lift tickets too damn high?
Facing Low Snow, Colorado Ski Festival Will No Longer Offer Skiing…or Refunds
“This has never been about skiing,” said the founder of Boot Tan Fest, a women’s ski event advertised as including a lift pass and 24-hour uphill access.
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Why Colorado River Negotiations Stalled, and How They Could Resume
If the seven states can’t agree, the feds will impose their own plan…and that’s not good news for nearly 40 million people.
Ten Things to Do in Frisco
Enjoy outdoor activities like sleigh rides and snow tubing, fantastic dining and small-town charm in nearby Summit County.
Ten Things to Do in Grand Junction
Discover a vibrant food and wine scene, a range of outdoor activities, ancient artifacts and more in Western Colorado.
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Hot, Dry and Unsettling: Colorado Broke Several Scary Records This Winter
Historical weather records show that this is not normal.
Estes Park Restaurateur Reclaims Her Life in Climbing Through, a New Memoir
Melissa Strong, founder of Bird & Jim and a formerly sponsored rock climber, found strength in her community after a near-fatal electrocution accident.
Boots Jaffee Keeps on Trucking, From Grateful Dead Crew to Colorado Artist
“There’s a voluminous amount of Grateful Dead cover bands in this area, and I have fun sitting in with some of them when I can.”
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Iconic Evergreen Bar Almost Out of the Legal Woods, Owners Say
“This last year has been a big distraction from that core mission.”
Law Enforcement Call Colorado State Rep “POS,” “GARBAGE” in Email Exchange
Police officials in Glenwood Springs, Parachute, Rifle and Silt all took part in the digital bashing.
State of the Rockies: Concerned About Climate Change, Rollback of Public Land Protections
The annual Conservation in the West poll surveyed voters in eight states.
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Avalanche Danger: What Causes Snow Slopes to Collapse?
A CU physicist and skier explains, with tips for surviving