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A State for All Seasons


olorado is truly a state for all seasons. It may be best known internationally for the superb


winter sports facilities in its 26 ski areas and resorts, but it’s also beautiful in the spring when its towering mountains – 54 of them above 14,000 feet (4,267 metres) – are carpeted with wild fl owers, in the summer when its sparkling lakes and rivers are fi lled with canoers and kayakers and in the autumn when the forests turn golden and food, wine and beer festivals are held throughout the state. Whatever the season, residents and visitors alike have a vast array of attractions and activities to choose from: 25 scenic byways and a wealth of vintage train journeys, four great national parks and numerous state parks, some of America’s tallest


An autumn ride through the aspens near Crested Butte


mountains and gigantic sand dunes, sparkling alpine lakes and ancient Native American cliff dwellings. T en there are the dude ranches and


rodeos, natural warm springs and spas, vineyards and breweries, brew pubs and gourmet restaurants. T at’s not to forget the allure of the ‘Mile High’ capital city, Denver, home to America’s second largest arts complex and the largest array of shops for 600 square miles (1,554 square kilometres), or the charm of other Colorado communities ranging from sophisticated university cities to picturesque former mining towns still exuding the ambience of the Old West. Add to this an average of 300 days of sunshine and how can you resist buying that airline ticket and heading straight for Denver?


Springtime on Denver’s Cherry Creek Bike Trail


Summertime on Telluride’s Alta Lake Trail


CONTENTS Dazzling Denver


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Unmissable Cities and Towns 6 The Great Outdoors History & Heritage


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National & State Parks Cowboy Country


The Good Things in Life Winter Holidays Historic Trains


Planning Your Holiday Great Drives & Map Annual Events


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