These 51 most beautiful places in Colorado will amaze you. I include cities, mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and more, with a map and photos!

Dream of going to Telluride but can't afford the splurge? Check out our 6 tips on saving money in Telluride (Tip #2 can save you hundreds!).

There are several ways to experience the majesty of Colorado mountains and rivers with a train ride. These are the best and most unique.

Embark on Colorado's most awe-inspiring routes! Explore Scenic Drives Colorado to uncover breath-taking landscapes and sky-high peaks.

Some of Colorado's best day hikes are near the town of Buena Vista, which sits just below the gorgeous Collegiate Peaks. An outdoor enthusiast mecca of adventure.

Waterfalls are awesome and Colorado has a bunch of them. The spirit of John Denver wants you to go take a hike out to a great waterfall every now and then.

Embark on Colorado's most awe-inspiring routes! Explore Scenic Drives Colorado to uncover breath-taking landscapes and sky-high peaks.

Featuring the most stunning hikes near Boulder to add to your bucket list. Get local hiking recommendations and a Boulder hiking checklist!

The top 25 kid friendly things to do in Colorado Springs and 12 of them are completely FREE! Learn about all the best activities for families to do.

"Cute" doesn't even begin to describe it!

Discover McKenzie River Trail's top adventures in Oregon with 5 thrilling activities for nature enthusiasts.

An idyllic mountain town with stunning hiking trails, award-winning pizza, and plenty of beer.

List of best weekend trips from Denver.

Breckenridge, Colorado is home to world-class skiing in the winter months and exceptional hiking in the summer. In the summer, hiking in Breckenridge means beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, a myriad of wildflowers, and great forests to immerse yourself in. There is truly something for everyone in Breckenridge in the summertime. You can walk down...

Denver is a hip city located in the midst of amazing natural beauty. We have some really good friends in Denver so over the past few years we've had opportunities to visit and explore in both the winter, spring & summer seasons. I am sharing some of my favorite spots in Denver, as well as

Colorado is filled with beautiful mountains, charming small towns and the perfect place for summer vacation. Plan your trip with this helpful 5 Days in Denver the Ultimate Family-Friendly Itinerary.

Let’s take a closer look at everything you need to know about moving to Colorado. Who knows, you might just fall in love with living in Colorado.

The most beautiful easy hikes near Denver. This expert local's guide includes scenic hiking trails near Denver perfect for beginners.

Check out one of the best music venues in the county, Red Rocks Amphitheatre! Before you head out, read my guide to make the most out of your first concert.

So much to do, so little time ...

If you're planning on driving Pikes Peak, here are 40 tips you need to know before you visit Colorado's most popular attraction.

The local list of the best alpine lakes in Colorado includes insider info on the best trails. Amazing Colorado lake hikes for all abilities.

Planning a trip to Crested Butte, Colorado? Here's everything you need to do, including places to eat and my go-to locations for hiking & camping.

Over the spring break, my daughter and a friend decided to take a ride down towards South Central Colorado to visit an unusual stone structure that she read about on Atlas Obscura --a website that profiles "strange and wondrous" places worldwide--called Bishop Castle. It is one of the largest self-made stone castle in the United States, many decades in the making! It is located in the Wet Mountains, in the San Isabel National Forest, 90 minutes from Colorado Springs, and 2 1/2 hours from Denver, at 12705 State Highway 165 in Rye, Colorado. The castle is named after its creator, Jim Bishop who bought the land for the site for $450 when he was 15 with his earnings from mowing lawns and delivering newspapers. He wanted a place to go hunting and fishing. For the next few years his father helped him clear the land. In 1969, when he was twenty-five years old and married two years, he decided to begin to build a cottage on the land. He began constructing a fence around the property and the cottage out of rocks that he found on the property. Several neighbors and passser-bys told Bishop that the structure looked something like a castle. Bishop liked that idea and decided to continue making the building into an actual castle. The land the castle is on is at 9,000 feet (2743.2 M) elevation so construction could only take place in the summer months when the snow was melted. In the other months, Jim worked in his family's ornamental iron shop in nearby Pueblo. He had no blueprints, no construction experience, and just built it free form by single-handedly gathering and setting over 1,000 tons of rock to create his stone, concrete, and iron fortress. He said it was the feat of a hard working man. More about the construction can be read on his website--here. Admission to visit the castle is free and open to the public seven days a week during daylight hours. Not without controversy over the years, he has many signs on display towards the entrance to his property with his "rules." Donations are accepted to help with construction, and often Mr. Bishop is on the grounds on weekends still working on additions. There are no guided tours--it is explore at your own risk. The castle reaches over 160 ft (49 m) tall, has large cathedral windows, a ballroom, wrought iron walkways... ...and a steel fire-breathing dragon that puffs smoke when the fireplace is lit! For full information on planning a visit to Bishop Castle visit the website at this link. Climbing the many staircases surrounding the castle are a thrilling part of the experience. I'm glad my daughter and her friend were brave enough to do all this climbing and take these wonderful photos, as I doubt I'd have the courage to do so! Do you think you'd be brave enough to climb the narrow winding and sometimes shakey staircases at your own risk? You can also find me on Instagram Twitter Facebook Pinterest I'm linking this post to some of the following blog events: Mosaic Monday, All Seasons, Blue Monday, Through My Lens Monday, Hearth, and Soul Link Party, You Are the Star Blog Hop, Inspire Me Monday, Home Matters Linky Party, Good Random Fun, Nature Notes, Grand Social, Travel Photos, Travel Tuesday, Happiness Is Homemade, Over the Moon, Create, Bake, Make, Our World Tuesday, Ruby Tuesday, Tuesday Turn About. Tuesdays With A Twist, Let's Keep In Touch, Wordless Wednesday on a Tuesday, Party in Your PJ's, Wordless Wednesday, Nanahood WW, Oh My Heartsie Girl's Wonderful Wednesday, Your Whims Wednesday, Wednesday My Corner of the World, Wonderful Wednesday, Little Things Thursday, Thankful Thursday, Thursday Encouraging Hearts and Home, Thursday Thinking Out Loud, Friendship Fridays, Friday Features Linky Party, Skywatch Friday, Pink Saturday, Saturday Critters, Sunday on Silverado

This beautiful mountain city has a really cute downtown area full of restaurants and shops. These are some of our favorite places to eat in Breckenridge CO.

Discover Colorado's hidden gems and unearth secluded spots teeming with natural beauty and unique attractions waiting to be explored.

The local's list of the best scenic drives near Denver to add to your bucket list. Hit the road with these beautiful roads within 2 hours of Denver.

Explore the vibrant city of Yuma, AZ! Discover the best attractions, sightseeing spots, and unique things to do in Yuma for unforgettable adventures.

Guide to the Best Ski Resorts in Colorado for Beginners to visit this year. Perfect for newbies, kids or to indulge in a romantic trip.

Stunning vistas, beautiful waterfalls, glacier lakes, quaint mountains towns…what’s not to love about Colorado? Colorado is by far one of the most beautiful states in the US! I visited Colorado…

Explore some of the best trails Colorado has to offer with these Vail hikes. This locally-curated list delivers beauty & secret tips.

After spending several summers in northern Colorado, here is a list of the 21 best activities for your Steamboat Springs summer bucket list.

Known as one of the best hikes in all of Colorado, Ice Lakes is a spectacular hike that brings you to the bluest, most beautiful lake you'll ever see

Colorado's "last great ski town" has a lot to offer those who want to skip the slopes. Click over for ideas on fun and unique things to do in Crested Butte.

Known as the Wildflower Capital of Colorado, Crested Butte is a very special place in the summer months. While in Crested Butte, you will be engulfed by the vibrant colors of thousands of wildflowers from over 50 species that range from sunflowers, to lupine, to paintbrush, and of course, the state flower, the Columbine. There are numerous trails within the area that offer splendid vantage points. Each trail has a special time of the year when specific types of wildflowers blossom and bloom into a full spectrum of colors. Here are a few of the best hiking trails in Crested Butte where you can witness the incredible pastel colors that dot the landscape.