Wray, Colorado, may be one of the state's most underrated road-trip destinations. With surprisingly good restaurants, fascinating frontier history, and genuine small-town hospitality, this welcoming High Plains community is one of eastern Colorado's best-kept secrets. In … [Read more...] about Wray, Colorado: The Underrated Eastern Plains Town Worth the Drive from Denver
Attending the High Plains Snow Goose Festival in Lamar, Colorado
Held in and around Lamar, Colorado, the High Plains Snow Goose Festival combines guided tours, educational programs, and local attractions that highlight the snow geese, other birds and wildlife, and special places on the high plains.Each February, something remarkable … [Read more...] about Attending the High Plains Snow Goose Festival in Lamar, Colorado
A Heritage Road Trip in Colorado’s San Luis Valley: Visiting the Mission Churches of Costilla County
Discover the historic mission churches of Costilla County, Colorado, nestled inside the Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area. Located in the south-central part of the state in the San Luis Valley, this high-desert basin feels worlds away from the bustling Front Range. When … [Read more...] about A Heritage Road Trip in Colorado’s San Luis Valley: Visiting the Mission Churches of Costilla County
Things to Do in the San Luis Valley: Exploring Two Meaningful Cultural Walks in Southern Colorado
Colorado’s San Luis Valley is full of attractions that lend themselves to memorable experiences. But not all are found on maps or major “things to do” lists. Here, I’ll introduce two short walks that deliver cultural depth and historical immersion. These spots are ideal for … [Read more...] about Things to Do in the San Luis Valley: Exploring Two Meaningful Cultural Walks in Southern Colorado
Quieter Moab Area Hikes with Bonus Stops: Petroglyphs, Dino Tracks, and Historic Sites
While Moab’s marquee parks draw the biggest crowds, this guide describes quieter hiking spots near town. Walk to the stunning Corona and Pinto Arches, discover over 200 dinosaur footprints at the Dinosaur Stomping Grounds, and take in the historic Richardson … [Read more...] about Quieter Moab Area Hikes with Bonus Stops: Petroglyphs, Dino Tracks, and Historic Sites