The Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
During 2 mln years the river Gunnison has made its way through 800 m deep Black Canyon rocks. The canyon is is a center for rock climbing, and many of trails lead down to the level of the river. Leading along the canyon edges Rim Roads offer the stunning panoramic views just several minutes by car from the town Grand Junction.
Aspen
Arguably the best US ski resort, has been originally founded near the deposits of silver. Today it is a real gold mine of money from the tourists, who do skiing during the winter, and hiking during the summer. The local attractions include rafting on Colorado river and a visit to Maroon Lake.
Colorado Springs
The town features the Pioneers Museum and Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame which allow to discover the wild west cowboy’s spirit from the past.
The ride of old train Manitou and Pike’s Peak Cog Railway offers spectacular views on the Rocky Mountains.
Durango
Another railway line with an old locomotion takes the visitors to the peak Silverton towering over the miners town Durango, founded in 1880.
Fort Collins
The university town is also the home for giant breweries. The tour in Anheuser Bush Brewery presents the large production line. Visitors can check the quality of the beer by themselves.
Steamboat Springs
The picturesque valley of river Yampa hides over 100 of hot water springs. During winter the area around a small town Steamboat Springs changes into one of the biggest winter sports centres in US.
Denver
Originally the small settlement built near the gold and silver mines changed today into a big metropolis and an important financial center. The leading US museums of art and natural history located in Denver exhibit dinosaur bones found in Colorado, the local gold nuggets, and the history of Wild West colonisation.
Vail
Another popular ski resort rated the #1 ski resort in North America offers 193 downhill runs served by 31 lifts.
Rocky Mountains National Park
Over 3 mln tourists a year come to the park to watch beawers, mooses and bears, admire wild peaks of mountains overlooking the green forests and hike on several routes, including 80 km of Trail Ridge Road, which rises up to 3 713 m above sea level.
[photo courtesy of Passerine]
