Glacier National Park is an impressive wilderness destination that’s growing in popularity every year. The western entrance to the park is located in Northwest Montana, near Columbia Falls. From there, the park extends all the way up to the Canadian Border. It’s no wonder that visitors want to see the famous crystal blue water of…
Nestled on the west side of Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful hikes in the country: Avalanche Lake, sitting pretty at an elevation of 3,905 feet. This Montana park draws over two million visitors a year, most of them being hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Avalanche Lake is known for its impressive beauty…
Rocky Mountain National Park is a winter wonderland located outside the adorable mountain town of Estes Park, Colorado. The park is 415 square miles and only a two-hour drive from Denver, Colorado, making it an excellent day trip from Denver or an easy addition to your Denver itinerary. Rocky Mountain is known for its snowy…
Golden is one of Colorado’s underrated mountain towns — and it should be your next stop for a great hike near Denver! A former gold rush town that sits at 5,629 feet, Golden is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Historically, it was the capital of the Colorado Territory from 1862 to 1867;…
