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living in colorado

Colorado, Destinations · March 2, 2023

One Year of Living in Colorado: What I Love & Hate

I can’t believe it’s been one year of living in Colorado! I remember my first visit when I was 16 years old and that’s when the answer to the question if you could live anywhere, where would you choose? became…

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driving pikes peak

CO Springs Area, Colorado · June 29, 2022

The Ultimate Guide to Driving Pikes Peak Highway in Colorado

A majestic Colorado 14er (mountain reaching higher than 14k ft.), Pikes Peak loves to show off—especially from the top! Driving Pikes Peak Highway takes you to the summit where you see miles of Pike National Forest from one of the…

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lovell gulch trail

Colorado, Hikes · April 13, 2022

Lovell Gulch Trail – Woodland Park, Colorado: The Best Hiking Guide

Are you looking for an easy trail where you can enjoy the outdoors? This is the hike for you. Lovell Gulch Trail is not exactly where I would bring friends and family who come and visit (they are usually looking…

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best restaurants in woodland park

CO Springs Area, Colorado, West Coast · April 7, 2022

The Best Restaurants in Woodland Park, Colorado (From a LOCAL!)

Woodland Park is the perfect place to grab a meal before or after a day of outdoor activities! Located just 25 minutes from Colorado Springs in Teller County, you will often drive through Woodland Park as you make your way…

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ring the peak and limber pines trail

Colorado, Hikes · March 30, 2022

Ring the Peak and Limber Pines Trail – Woodland Park, Colorado: Hiking Guide

There are some days you need an easy trail with a minimal challenge that still comes with incredible mountain views. The combination of Ring the Peak & Limber Pines Trail, located within the Catamount Recreation Area near Woodland Park, Colorado,…

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pikes peak from raspberry mountain

Colorado, Hikes · March 23, 2022

Raspberry Mountain Trail – Divide, Colorado: The Best Hiking Guide

Quiet. Peaceful. Tough. Rewarding. Raspberry Mountain Trail within Pike National Forest is all that and more! Located in Divide, Colorado, you will get switchbacks, fields of aspen and pine, the west side of Pikes Peak, boulders to climb, and 360-degrees…

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