Discover the Vasque Re:connect Here Mid lightweight shoes—a pinnacle of outdoor footwear blending lightweight durability, superior traction, and sustainable design. From rugged trails to city streets, these shoes offer style, adaptability, and functionality for every adventure...

Discover electrifying trail adventures with the Trek Marlin+ series. Whether opting for the budget-friendly Marlin+ 6 for a reliable and straightforward ride or upgrading to the dynamic Marlin+ 8 with enhanced features, these electric mountain bikes promise an exhilarating blend of power, endurance, and exploration on every trail...

Snow is falling in the mountains and you’re ready to get into backcountry skiing in Colorado. Our introductory guide to backcountry touring will help you prepare, provide gear recommendations, and get you started on your way to amazing Colorado backcountry adventures. Have fun out there!...

The Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody is a pinnacle of outdoor excellence, combining top-tier materials with a commitment to sustainability. From its innovative use of recycled nylon ripstop to its 800-fill- power Responsible Down Standard insulation, this jacket excels in warmth, packability, and style...

Bergen Peak is a 9,702ft. mountain within Elk Meadow Park, located in Evergreen, CO and Jefferson County. Picturesque meadow views, aspen groves, and stunning vistas of nearby Mount Evans and surrounding peaks make the 8.7 mile out-and-back ascent to Bergen Peak extremely popular and a great option close to Denver...

The Flatirons Vista Trail, part of Boulder's Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP), is an easy 3.5 mile loop hike with stellar views of the iconic sandstone Flatirons. Limited elevation gain and a fairly smooth trail make the Flatirons Vista Trail a great outing during any season...

Indian Peaks Wilderness is an ideal spot to avoid the crowds of Rocky Mountain National Park. Stunningly beautiful and packed with amazing hikes, it's hard to choose favorites. We've compiled a list of what we think are some of the best hikes, ranging in difficulty and distance...

Canyonlands National Park covers a huge amount of land and, in certain areas, is extremely remote. We recommend visiting all of the districts within Canyonlands for a full park experience. This article features some of our favorite hikes within the Island in the Sky, Needles, and Maze districts...

North Table Mountain Park is located in Golden, Colorado within Jefferson County. At 6,552ft., North Table Mountain is a mesa that prominently towers over the city. The park is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, especially rock climbers who frequent the park's Golden Cliffs area...

White Ranch Park is an open space located in Jefferson County, Colorado, north of Golden. With 3,953 acres and 21.5 miles of trails, it's the largest park in the Jeffco open space system. Trails are mostly multi-use, so hikers, runners, mountain bikers, and equestrians can all enjoy...

Betasso Preserve is a beautiful foothills park in Boulder County, only minutes away from downtown Boulder, Colorado. With approximately nine miles of trails over 1,181 acres and elevations ranging from 5,900ft. to 7,700ft., visitors are treated to open meadows, mountain vista scenery, and abundant wildlife throughout this expansive open space...

Mount Galbraith Park is located in Golden, Colorado within Jefferson County. All of the trails within this 799 acre open space are designated as hiking-only. Thus, the park is particularly popular with local hikers and trail runners. With moderately difficult trails, this park is an ideal location for all...

Eagle's Nest Open Space is a 755 acre park in Larimer County, Colorado about 30 minutes northwest of Fort Collins. This beautiful area is a perfect spot for short day hikes, horseback riding, and fishing along the North Fork of the Cache la Poudre River...

South Valley Park is a 995 acre open space park in Littleton, CO. Operated as a part of the expansive Jefferson County Open Space system, this park is a favorite destination due to its picturesque red rock spires and beginner-level trails. Visit here for excellent trail running and beginner-level hikes...

La Plata Peak is the 5th tallest mountain in Colorado at 14,336ft. Located near Twin Lakes, CO in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness and within the stunning Sawatch Range, La Plata Peak's standard route is a straightforward but steep Class 2 ascent via its Northwest Ridge. Overall roundtrip, 9.0 miles and a 4,200ft. gain in elevation...

Mount Bierstadt is the 38th tallest mountain in Colorado at 14,065ft. Located near Georgetown, CO in the Mount Evans Wilderness of Pike National Forest, Mount Bierstadt is considered an easier 14er mountain to summit. Most hikers ascend via the Class 2 West Slopes route, which begins at the Guanella Pass Trailhead and is 7.2 miles roundtrip...