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Snow Mountain Ranch: Colorado’s ‘5,000-acre memory maker’ of endless winter fun
GRANBY • The road weaves through young pines, short enough that the view is unobstructed: the Continental Divide, Indian Peaks and high points of this western side of Rocky Mountain National Park. The sky seems endless above. And below, a snowy canvas of endless possibilities. A sign along the road points the way: “Now entering…
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At Camp St. Malo, spirituality is tied to the experience of nature
The Chapel on the Rock, located at the base of Mount Meeker near Rocky Mountain National Park, blends natural beauty, history, and spirituality, attracting thousands of visitors each year. Known for its active parish, scenic trails, and nearby Tahosa Coffee House, the site emphasizes disconnection from technology and stewardship of nature.
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The new life of Colorado’s Frozen Dead Guy: A curious tale grows larger
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ESTES PARK • Last April, longtime Stanley Hotel owner John Cullen found himself on a 14-hour flight to Norway to discuss the acquisition of a man’s dead, frozen grandfather. “What the hell am I doing?” he recalled asking himself. He recalled another thought: “Thank God I don’t have a boss.” A boss probably would not…
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Rocky Mountain National Park camping reservations on hold for popular spots
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Now is the time people vie for summertime camping spots at Rocky Mountain National Park. They are still waiting for reservations to open at the biggest, most popular campground. The construction project that closed Moraine Park Campground for the summer of 2023 continues to cast uncertainty for the summer of 2024. “At this time, we…
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4 destinations for a winter staycation in Colorado
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You could stay warm and cozy at home this winter, or you could allow yourself to be taken by the magic of this state’s many winter destinations. And no, you don’t have to ski. Consider these possibilities for an ideal staycation: Estes Park If you’ve been there in the summer, you might find the winter…
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NEWS | Kruger fire in Estes Park
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A wildland fire broke out Tuesday morning near Kruger Rock in Estes Park. According to the Larimer Sheriff’s Office, nearly 75 acres of forest have burned and structures are threatened. (Video by Tim Hurst)
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NEWS | Kruger fire in Estes Park
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A wildland fire broke out Tuesday morning near Kruger Rock in Estes Park. According to the Larimer Sheriff’s Office, nearly 75 acres of forest have burned and structures are threatened. (Video courtesy of John Laughlin)
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New Colorado via ferrata proclaimed ‘new bar for what’s possible’ in rock climbing craze
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Colorado’s via ferrata revolution continues with a route claimed to be among the steepest in the United States. Cloud Ladder is the newest addition to The Alpine Jewel, an Estes Park destination specializing in the booming rock climbing fad. Among The Alpine Jewel’s other routes…
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New Colorado via ferrata proclaimed ‘new bar for what’s possible’ in rock climbing craze
Colorado’s via ferrata revolution continues with a route claimed to be among the steepest in the United States. Cloud Ladder is the newest addition to The Alpine Jewel, an Estes Park destination specializing in the booming rock climbing fad. Among The Alpine Jewel’s other routes of iron hand- and footholds, Cloud Ladder has been announced…
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Colorado River Towns | Estes Park
Most people know Estes Park as the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, but the small town and its rivers have attracted tourists for decades. (Video by Katie Klann)