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;…
Breckenridge, Colorado is home to world-class skiing in the winter months and exceptional hiking in the summer. In the summer, hiking in Breckenridge means beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, a myriad of wildflowers, and great forests to immerse yourself in. There is truly something for everyone in Breckenridge in the summertime. You can walk down…
The Dillon Ice Castles are a magical place to visit! Located in the heart of small-town Dillon, the Ice Castles are a must-see. They are a great place for a romantic date night out, a night of family fun, or a great place to visit with friends. The Ice Castles are the main attraction in…
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…
Located right outside of Denver, Boulder, Colorado is one gorgeous destination that you’re not going to want to miss! From epic hikes to some of the best breweries in the state, Boulder is filled with tons of fun things to do. It’s a lively city, in part thanks to the University of Colorado in Boulder,…
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…
I’ve spent a lot of time in Utah over the years, road tripping through its national parks and exploring as much of the Southwest as I could. Of all the places in Utah I’ve visited — which include five national parks and at least twice as many state parks — truly nothing beats the beauty…
The beautiful seaside town of Camden, Maine is one of Vacationland’s best-kept secrets. Located on Highway 1 in the more remote reaches of Midcoast Maine, about an hour and a half drive from Acadia National Park, Camden is worthy of a weekend getaway or a stop on a coastal Maine road trip. With typical New…
