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• Denver Denver pairs Rocky Mountain views with a walkable downtown, celebrated museums, historic districts, craft breweries and easy access to Colorado's outdoors.
• Colorado Springs Colorado Springs combines Pikes Peak scenery, Garden of the Gods, Western heritage and Olympic culture with memorable outdoor experiences in Colorado.
• Estes Park Estes Park, Colorado, pairs Rocky Mountain National Park scenery with wildlife, mountain trails, alpine drives, historic landmarks and a gateway-town atmosphere.
• Vail Vail, Colorado pairs European-inspired mountain architecture with skiing, alpine trails, cultural events, fine dining and year-round Rocky Mountain adventures.
• Breckenridge Breckenridge, Colorado blends Rocky Mountain ski slopes, Victorian Main Street, alpine adventures, local history and year-round outdoor culture at high altitude.
• Ouray Ouray, Colorado pairs San Juan mountain scenery with hot springs, mining history, ice climbing, scenic trails and memorable small-town sightseeing.

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Every region of Colorado, with guides to the cities, landmarks and local highlights inside each one.

• Pikes Peak Region Explore the Pikes Peak Region for Colorado Springs culture, red-rock landscapes, historic mountain towns and high-altitude outdoor adventures.
• Southwest Colorado Southwest Colorado combines San Juan mountain towns, Mesa Verde archaeology, scenic drives, outdoor adventure and Four Corners cultural heritage.
• Northwest Colorado Explore Northwest Colorado for ski towns, ranching heritage, hot springs, river canyons, wildlife and wide-open high-country landscapes.
• South Central Colorado South Central Colorado combines Arkansas River adventures, mountain towns, Pueblo culture, high-desert scenery and Great Sand Dunes landscapes.
• Southern Colorado Explore Southern Colorado for Great Sand Dunes, Mesa Verde, mountain railways, high-desert scenery, historic towns and outdoor adventure.
• Northern Colorado Northern Colorado pairs Fort Collins, Loveland and Greeley with Rocky Mountain landscapes, craft breweries, farm country and outdoor adventure.

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• Rocky Mountain National Park Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado, pairs alpine lakes, towering peaks, wildlife and scenic trails with year-round mountain recreation in the United States.
• Garden of the Gods Garden of the Gods in Colorado reveals towering red-rock formations, scenic drives, hiking trails, Indigenous history and views beside Colorado Springs.
• Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in Colorado pairs immense dunes with alpine peaks, wetlands, wildlife, dark skies and adventurous hiking.
• Great Sand Dunes National Park Great Sand Dunes National Park in Colorado pairs North America’s tallest dunes with alpine trails, Medano Creek, wildlife and dark-sky mountain scenery.
• Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park reveals Colorado’s sheer gorge, Painted Wall, dark cliffs, wildlife and rim trails near Montrose and Gunnison.
• Breckenridge Ski Resort Breckenridge Ski Resort in Colorado combines high-alpine skiing, historic mountain-town charm, scenic trails, local dining and year-round outdoor adventure.

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  Park ★ 4.8 (48,777 reviews)

  Garden of the Gods

  Red rock spires sculpted by eons tower over Colorado Springs trails, where Pikes Peak frames ancient formations in a free park blending hikes, climbs, and vast plain-to-mountain vistas.

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  National park ★ 4.9 (24,179 reviews)

  Rocky Mountain National Park

  Colorado's alpine wilderness of 14ers, elk herds, and Trail Ridge panoramas, where granite spires pierce skies over glacier lakes and tundra trails.

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  Theme park ★ 4.5 (13,904 reviews)

  Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

  Walk 956 feet above Arkansas River rapids on the iconic Royal Gorge Bridge, zipline at 50 mph, and gondola-glide over Colorado's deepest canyon chasm.

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  National park ★ 4.8 (9,410 reviews)

  Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve

  North America's tallest sand dunes surge 750 feet against mountain backdrops in a high-desert valley blending arid sweeps, alpine heights, and wildlife-rich wetlands for unmatched hiking, sledding, and stargazing.

The closest countries to Colorado, if you are planning to cross a border on the same trip.

• Wyoming Discover Wyoming: A Land of Unspoiled Beauty, Rich History, and Boundless Outdoor Adventures in the Heart of the American West.
• Utah Explore Utah's stunning national parks, rich cultural heritage, and year-round outdoor adventures. Discover why this diverse state is a top destination for travelers.
• Nebraska Discover Nebraska: A blend of rich history, diverse landscapes, and unique attractions in the heartland of America.
• New Mexico Discover the enchanting blend of rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes in New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment, where adventure and relaxation await.
• Kansas Explore Kansas: Where history, nature, and small-town charm converge in the heart of America. Discover prairies, cultural landmarks, and delicious cuisine in the Sunflower State.

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