Berthoud, Colorado
Small-town Berthoud, Colorado, north of Denver, has antique and thrift shops, plus Arbor Day and December Snowfest annual celebrations.
Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, CO
Great family-friendly FREE park: Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, CO. Beautiful red sandstone "fins" jut skyward next to the Rocky Mountains. Makes a good daytrip from Denver.
Colorado Snowsports Museum and Hall of Fame, Vail
A well-done ski and snowboard museum at Vail's Transporation Center, part of Vail Village. Excellent displays of snowsport history, this free family and kid-friendly museum is worth a stop and a few dollars in the donation box.
Vail Village Ski Area in the Rocky Mountains, Colorado
A visit to charming, alpine Vail Village at the base of the ski slopes in Colorado's Rocky Mountains. Snowy photos and cozy shops and restaurants included!
Ice Castles in Dillon, Colorado
A beautiful winter activity: the Ice Castles in Dillon, Colorado, about 65 miles from Denver. Check out my photos of the manufactured icicle walls embedded with LED lights, a frozen fountain and many tunnels. Slide down an ice slide with me, too!
Georgetown, Colorado, off I-70 in the Rocky Mountains
Here are some pictures from historic Georgetown, Colorado, an Old West town dating from 1859. Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, it hosts one end of the Georgetown Loop Historic Steam Train. Every October, they celebrate John Denver and the movie The Christmas Gift.
More Nederland, Colorado, in the Rocky Mountains
Additional information about Nederland, Colorado: the covered bridge, Frozen Dead Guy Days, Carousel of Happiness, circus train coffee, Tungsten Trail and a little history.
The Carousel of Happiness in Nederland, Colorado
A ride on the antique Carousel of Happiness in Nederland, Colorado. Mount fantastic hand-carved animals and soak in the playful, joyous atmosphere as old-fashioned music and smiling volunteers ensure the merry-go-round lives up to its name.
Autumn Bike Ride around Dillon Reservoir, Colorado
An autumn bike ride around beautiful Lake Dillon, a reservoir serving the city of Denver. Frisco and Silverthorne lie on the lake as well. The aspens were turning glowing gold and the sunny weather yielded me fantastic mountain landscapes!
Loveland Pass, Colorado
A road trip through Loveland Pass in the Rockies on Colorado Highway 6. The highest pass road that stays open during the winter in Colorado, you cruise above the treeline for sweeping views. So, loop off Interstate 70 and enjoy the scenic route 800 feet above the tunnels.