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
State Parks
Stagecoach State Park Trails: Hiking around the Reservoir
Stagecoach State Park trails are a relatively simple system based around a reservoir but don’t mistake simple for ordinary. Hiking around the Stagecoach Reservoir delivers jaw-dropping views of the upper Yampa River Valley including a few noteworthy points of interest.Keep … [Read more...] about Stagecoach State Park Trails: Hiking around the Reservoir
Elkhead Reservoir State Park: Hiking in the High Desert
Elkhead Reservoir State Park was not built for hiking. As a result, the 10+ miles (16+ km) of trails in this Colorado recreation area seem an afterthought compared to water-based leisure activities. Nonetheless, the curious hiker will find wildlife, geology, and more in this high … [Read more...] about Elkhead Reservoir State Park: Hiking in the High Desert
Pearl Lake State Park: Hiking in the Routt National Forest
Pearl Lake State Park has a single short trail that connects to longer trails in the Routt National Forest. Favorite activities in Pearl Lake State Park are those on and around the water, but the trails in the surrounding forest will gratify hikers comfortable with a … [Read more...] about Pearl Lake State Park: Hiking in the Routt National Forest
Hiking in Steamboat Lake State Park
Hiking in Steamboat Lake State Park delivers jaw-dropping views of Steamboat Lake and mountain peaks in all directions. Walking in this picturesque park doesn’t require massive climbs or anything technical, just an appreciation for natural beauty and the serenity of the valley. … [Read more...] about Hiking in Steamboat Lake State Park