Colorado's Best-Kept Winter Secrets | View in Browser

Winter is an amazing season to explore nature’s greatest gifts: our national parks. Watch the snowfall transform Great Sand Dunes National Park into an otherworldly setting. Experience the past as it comes to life at the prehistoric cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park. Strap on your snowshoes for incredible views of Black Canyon of the Gunnison down below. There’s no better time to reconnect with nature — and yourself. More Winter Adventures We Found the world's most soothing road trip Map out your own hot springs road trip with our ultimate guide, featuring plenty of places to soak, sip and stay along the way. These are the perfect spots to warm up as snowflakes sprinkle from the skies above. These are the perfect spots to warm up as snowflakes sprinkle from the skies above. Get the guide ‘Tis the Season in Colorado Every mountain town is glowing with holiday cheer, so gather for sparkling winter festivals and spend Christmas on the slopes. Take a spin on an outdoor ice skating rink at the base of a mountain and add a touch of romance with a horse-drawn sleigh ride. You’ll never forget New Year’s Eve in Colorado with epic parties, torchlight parades and dazzling fireworks that light up the night sky. Find the magic How to Après Like a Local To truly understand the art of après-ski you simply have to experience it for yourself. In the meantime, we put together this handy guide to get you started. Step 1: Follow the music. Live music that is. Step 2: Stash your gear. No one wants to trip over your boots and board. Step 3: Our craft beer is a sure bet, but ask about other local specialties. Hot gin punch, anyone? Find your spot Small-town Detour: Nederland Big cities are full of fun, but the allure of our small towns is undeniable. Capture the true Colorado spirit on a 17-mile trip from Boulder to Nederland. It’s got the world’s quirkiest festival (mark your calendar in March for Frozen Dead Guy Days), plus miles of backcountry adventures and a rich mining history. More Itineraries