Author: Spencer McKee Out There Colorado
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Body found in Rocky Mountain National Park ID’d as tourist missing since 2024
On June 18, human remains were found near Rocky Mountain National Park’s Alpine Ridge Trail in the area of the park’s high-elevation Alpine Visitor Center. This prompted an investigation into the situation, with additional details being released in the case about a month later. On July 28, The Larimer County Coroner’s Office reported that the…
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Late-night moose-involved crash kills driver in Denver metro area
A report from Colorado State Patrol recently covered the risks that Centennial State drivers face related to animal-involved vehicular crashes. According to their press release on the matter, Colorado State Patrol has already responded to 1,600 animal-involved vehicular crashes so far in 2025, with two recent crashes resulting in deaths. The first fatal crash took…
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Hidden gem spot serves up piping hot meat pockets in Colorado Springs | Dining review
Nowadays, it’s rare for me to find a long-standing restaurant in my home city of Colorado Springs that I haven’t heard of before, even rarer for me to try said restaurant and already be planning my next trip back. That happened this weekend. Starting at some point this year, my girlfriend and I implemented a…
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Discover these 13 notable castles scattered across Colorado
You won’t find kings or queens at these Colorado castles, but you will find amazing architecture, spectacular views, and a chance to explore something that’s a bit out of the ordinary. 1. Bishop Castle Built by a one-man team, Bishop Castle near the town of Rye is perhaps the most unique building in the state…
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‘Best meteor shower of year’ just started with peak likely to hit 50-plus meteors an hour
In case you haven’t heard, the annual performance of the iconic Perseids meteor shower officially started on July 17, set to stretch through August 23. Known for being one of the most active meteor showers throughout the year and taking place during the warmer nights of summer, this meteor shower is perfect for Coloradans hoping…
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‘Best meteor shower of year’ just started with peak likely to hit 50-plus meteors an hour
In case you haven’t heard, the annual performance of the iconic Perseids meteor shower officially started on July 17, set to stretch through August 23. Known for being one of the most active meteor showers throughout the year and taking place during the warmer nights of summer, this meteor shower is perfect for Coloradans hoping…
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Lost teen hikers found 4 miles apart with K-9 named Rip playing crucial role in rescue
Rescue teams sprang into action in Park County on July 7 after two 17-year-old hikers got lost and separated without food, water, and proper clothing to brave the elements. According to the Park County Sheriff’s Office, an initial call for help was received from one of the hikers at about 6:04 p.m. The caller reported…
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Colorado lighthouse at 9,017 feet may be highest-elevation lighthouse on planet
A couple years ago, Colorado Governor Jared Polis took to social media to share a few fun facts about the marina lighthouse on Dillon Reservoir. According to Polis, not only is this the only lighthouse in Colorado, but it’s also the highest-elevation lighthouse in the United States – that said, it may also be the…
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This Colorado Springs fine dining restaurant serves up delicious cuisine with breathtaking views
Those looking for a fine-dining restaurant that comes with stunning mountain views, memorable food, and an intimate vibe should be sure to check out Grand View at Garden of the Gods Resort in Colorado Springs. Let’s start with the scene – the restaurant’s panoramic windows show off Pikes Peak from what’s perhaps the best viewing…
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Out-of-state hiker missing after traveling to Colorado Springs to summit Pikes Peak
The search for a New Hampshire man reported missing on Pikes Peak Friday continued Monday, according to the El Paso County Search and Rescue. Russell Hardy, 55 reportedly traveled to the Colorado Springs area with plans to hike Pikes Peak. He arrived on June 10 and was scheduled to return home on June 12. After…