Colorado’s Staunton State Park is a hiker’s playground. Twenty-nine miles (48 km) of trails include easy loops around fishing ponds, 1200-foot (366 m) climbs to epic overlooks, and everything in between. So whether you’re partial to grassy meadows, waterfalls, or geological … [Read more...] about 14 Reasons to Hike in Staunton State ParkÂ
A Walking Weekend near Scottsbluff, Nebraska Â
Make Scottsbluff, Nebraska, your home base for a weekend getaway to historical sites sprinkled with short and easy to moderate hikes. In this post, I’ll suggest four different walking excursions within Scottsbluff and nearby that will keep you engaged during a long … [Read more...] about A Walking Weekend near Scottsbluff, Nebraska Â
Paint Mines Interpretive Park: How and Why to Hike It
Hiking in the Paint Mines Interpretive Park takes you through colorful rock formations sculpted by the forces of wind and water. This El Paso County, Colorado, open space might not look like much from a distance, but trekking into and around the exposed sandstone is a must-do … [Read more...] about Paint Mines Interpretive Park: How and Why to Hike It
Littleton’s Crabapple Route: Miles of Spring Blooms
Littleton’s Crabapple Route showcases thousands of blooming crabapple trees along seven miles (11.3 km) of city streets every spring for just a couple of weeks. So where did these trees come from, and why is there a Crabapple Route in Littleton? Keep reading to learn about this … [Read more...] about Littleton’s Crabapple Route: Miles of Spring Blooms
The Challenge Hill Climb in Castle Rock, Colorado
The Challenge Hill Climb isn’t easy, but its popularity suggests that accomplishing this climb is worth the difficulty. You’ll feel the burn on this short but super steep ascent in Philip S. Miller Park and get the reward of sweeping views at the top. Keep reading to find … [Read more...] about The Challenge Hill Climb in Castle Rock, Colorado