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Matt is an avid writer and explorer, who loves to showcase his home state of Colorado. His favorite place to be is right here in the Centennial State.

Dispersed Campsite Creede

The Best Camping In Colorado

August 24, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Camping is a fun way to connect with nature, especially in the Rocky Mountains. And excellent camping is nearly everywhere in Colorado, with some of the best …

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Beaver Creek Oktoberfest

Celebrate Oktoberfest in Colorado like a Bavarian

August 12, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Toast the 2024 autumn season at an Oktoberfest festival in Colorado! A proud German tradition since 1810, Munich’s Oktoberfest is now one of the …

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Denver International Airport Train

How to Ride the A Line, aka Denver Airport Train

August 12, 2024 by Matt Thomas

The start of your next international escape or regional jaunt is only a train ride away. Hop aboard the Denver Airport Train from Union Station to access …

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Boulder Date Ideas Pearl Street Restaurant Pasta Jays

7 Bold Boulder Date Ideas Day or Night

August 6, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Whether it’s your first date or your fifteenth, Boulder’s a great town for going on a date day or night. There’s so much to do both inside and …

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Dinosaur Ridge Morrison Colorado

National Fossil Day at Dinosaur Ridge – Morrison | October

August 5, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Celebrate October’s National Fossil Day at Dinosaur Ridge. Situated within the Morrison Fossil Area, a national natural landmark, Dinosaur Ridge is home …

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Multi-Day Backpacking Hike Continental Divide Trail Colorado

6 Outstanding Overnight Backpacking Hikes in Colorado

August 5, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Colorado is a hiker’s paradise, full of hidden overnight treks and magnificent multi-day trails. It’s among the best places in the world to be for …

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Clear Creek Whitewater Park

Tubing the Mighty Clear Creek in Golden

July 22, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Tubing the Clear Creek Whitewater Park is one of Jeff Co’s biggest summer attractions. There are several man-made features to ensure whitewater and big …

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Best Hotels Winter Park Fraser Crossing Founders Pointe Exterior Fireplace

11 Best Hotels in Winter Park, Colorado

July 16, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Tucked away on the north side of Berthoud Pass, Winter Park is a gem for tree skiing, expansive western views, and affordable deals. There are hundreds of …

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Best Hotels Vail Colorado Four Seasons

19 Best Hotels in Vail, Colorado

July 9, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Modeled after an Austrian ski village, Vail is always known to delight. Travelers from around the world flock to this year-round sports haven, so it certainly …

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Chatfield Reservoir Marina Littleton CO

Best Places to Rent a Boat in Colorado

July 8, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Sometimes you may start to feel a bit landlocked in Colorado, especially if you come from a coastal area or happen to love the water. Luckily, Colorado has its …

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Best Hotels Glenwood Springs Colorado Aerial View

16 Best Hotels in Glenwood Springs, CO

July 6, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Often overlooked, yet always cherished, the Roaring Fork Valley makes the perfect weekend escape for Coloradoans. The hot springs resort town of Glenwood …

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Hotels Steamboat Springs Colorado

15 Best Hotels in Steamboat Springs, CO

July 5, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Like any great Colorado resort town, there are a ton of options when it comes to lodging. Steamboat Springs caters to tourists of all kinds. You’ll find …

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Hotels Downtown Durango Colorado

11 Best Hotels in Durango, Colorado

July 1, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Wild West Durango, Colorado is home to a world-famous narrow gauge railroad that attracts visitors from around the world. Along with three ski areas of mixed …

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Arkansas River Whitewater Rafting through the Royal Gorge by Train

8 Best Rivers to Raft in Colorado

June 18, 2024 by Matt Thomas

The Rocky Mountains are well known for the epic whitewater rivers they produce, and Colorado boasts its fair share of top places to raft. From the Arkansas …

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Dakota Ridge RV Park Golden CO Campground Airstream

Camping near the Denver Metro Area

June 6, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Standing at 5,280 feet above sea level, Denver makes the perfect base camp for your Colorado holiday. It allows you to see dozens of front range tourist …

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Rollins Pass Crash Car

Camping by Moffat Tunnel in Rollinsville

May 31, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Tucked away in the Roosevelt National Forest, the Moffat Tunnel used to offer trips through the Continental Divide. Now it’s widely popular for outdoor …

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West Magnolia Camping Nederland Colorado

Camping in Nederland at West Magnolia

May 28, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Situated only a few miles south of Nederland, West Magnolia offers twenty-two free campsites surrounded by gorgeous, high-alpine views. There are eight miles of …

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Fishing Around Denver Chatfield Reservoir Shore Fishing Rods

Best Fishing Spots around Denver Metro

March 1, 2024 by Matt Thomas

While the Colorado Rockies are notorious for their trophy trout, you don’t have to travel west of the Front Range to find a top fishing spot. You can find …

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Lake Granby Ice Fishing

Ice Fishing the Great Lakes of Colorado

January 18, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Grand Lake is Colorado’s largest, deepest natural lake, secluded next to a sleepy resort town by the same name. It sits next to five other alpine lakes: …

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Evergreen Lake Ice Fishing

Frozen Fishing on Evergreen Lake

January 18, 2024 by Matt Thomas

Once Evergreen Lake freezes over for the season, usually in December, ice fishing and skating take over the lake. There’s no fee to fish the lake, as long …

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