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Hiking Colorado

Take a hike back in time to when mines dotted the landscape. More
Discover Colorado

A family walk in this open space park takes you by ponds and prairie dogs. More


Bernard Wolf
It's going to be a great weekend to go to the foothills. How about a history hike that ends at the ruins of a castle? More


A short hike with a little climbing adventure at the end. More


Visit up to 7 homesteads on this trail near Estes Park. More


This lung burner may be short in distance, but it's long on steep sections. More


Forget the 13 mile trail; I found a way to see these lakes in 4 miles roundtrip. More


A hike through the James Peak Wilderness takes you to two scenic alpine lakes. More


This hike has it all: waterfalls, cascades, lakes, meadows, great views and peaks. More


This hike has a good dilemma, go early when the falls are roaring, go mid-summer for the wildflowers or go in the fall for the turning aspens. More


One trail can take you back in time musically to the 1970s/1980s, then another 100 years back in time to silver mining in Colorado in the 1870s. More


If you can hike 7-8 miles, you have to add this hike to your "must list." More


A strenuous summit hike ends with an amazing view of Long's Peak. More


A weekday hike at a popular open space park finds solitude and even wildlife. More


A peaceful hike on Rocky Mountain National Park's west side ends at a spectacular waterfall. More


Sure the Flatirons are popular for climbers, but there's also a trail for hikers. More


A short hike in beautiful Golden Gate Canyon State Park takes you to a valley settled in the 1800s. More


Tackling this hike at the beginning of hiking season takes a lot of determination if you're not in shape. More


A rewarding hike to two scenic lakes. More



A strenuous, but rewarding hike takes you to a beautiful lake at the foot of the popular 14'er, Long's Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park. More


Mike Nelson's Colorado

Wouldn't you like to fly in my beautiful balloon? 7NEWS meteorologist Mike Nelson and his wife, Cindy, did just that. More


Have you heard of ziplining? 7NEWS Anchor Trujillo straps on climbing gear and flies through the trees on a wire. More


Zach Hooper
When the snow melts, Colorado ski resorts open for other adventures, like riding a mountain bike or a diggler. What's a diggler? Lionel Bienvenu agreed to check it. More


Sam Cox
Crave beautiful scenery and the rush of the wind on your face? 7NEWS Anchor Mike Landess takes us on a scenic ride. More


Remember the old song, "Moon River?" Well, now you can raft on the Colorado River with just the moon as your light. More
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Colorado has 54 mountains over 14,000 feet high. While many people work hard to climb those peaks, there is an easier way: Ride a Jeep. More


Thousands of people see Colorado's mountains every year, but few see inside the mountains. More


Roxborough Park holds a special place in John Fielder's heart.

A hike to the last manned fire outlook in Colorado. More


Visitors enjoy a one-mile hike, bike ride or jeep ride to a gourmet dinner in the back country. More


Mike & his wife take a lesson in fly fishing. More


John Fielder
Photographer John Fielder takes Mike Nelson to one of his favorite places, Rocky Mountain National Park. More


Deborah Stanley
Visit a place in the metro area that photographer John Fielder calls one of his 10 favorite places on planet Earth. More


The largest collection of dinosaur tracks in the United States happens to be in southeastern Colorado. More


7NEWS forecaster Lisa Hidalgo tackles her first 14er, Grays Peak.

Climbing Colorado's Fabulous Fourteeners - Image From Greg Onofrio
If you've climbed a 14er, hiked up a 14er or just enjoyed its beauty from a distance, send us your pictures! Show off the photos of you on a peak and give the rest of us a glimpse of that beautiful view from the top. More


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If you are looking for a great adventure, but don't want to work that hard, how about a bike ride that is almost all downhill? More


Living in Colorado means finding ways to entertain numerous family and friends who come to visit. Here's a relaxing day trip you can send them off on-- or join them-- and it's just up the turnpike in Boulder. More


Mike tours a metro area castle with towers, winding staircases, gargoyles & beautiful views. More


Colorado has more than mountains and lakes, the Pawnee grasslands are a great place for a family camping trip or just a day drive. More


Discover Colorado

In every corner of Colorado you'll find both man-made and natural wonders. We found one just 10 miles from Greeley. The Atlas-E missile silo was built in the early 1960's and the target was Russia. It was the first ICBM intercontinental ballistic missile put into the ground. Caretaker Pete Ambrose says no matter how you feel about war, the silo is a piece of US history. More


Want a trip on one tank? How about a summer vacation in Aspen?

7/26/07 -- When explorers dug under to find gold in Iron Mountain, they found one of Colorado's natural wonders: Caver's Corner. More


7/13/07 -- Redstone Castle in Crystal River Valley has just reopened for tours. Meteorologist Lisa Hidalgo has more on this Colorado Wonder. More


7/6/07 -- A fish hatchery in Glenwood Springs is a Colorado wonder that is man-made. 24/7 Meteorologist Lisa Hidalgo has more on a great place to take kids to learn about fish. More


Join Chief Meteorologist Mike Nelson and Good Morning America as we explore the "7 New Wonders of the World" and some wonders in our own state. More


What destinations or attractions do you think belongs in Colorado's list of natural and manmade wonders? What places in the state are a must-see for residents and visitors? More


Fall Colors

Share Your Pics Of Fall Color - Image From Graham Jones
Now is a great time to go look at fall color. So where to go? Chief Meteorologist Mike Nelson has a few suggestions. More
Upload Your Pics | Last Year

Share Your Fall Color Pictures - Image From Susanne Dosen
Share with us your beautiful pictures of fall in Colorado. More


Share Your Fall Color Pictures  - Image From Bruce Carlson
See pictures of fall captured by viewers just like you. More
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Share Your Fall Color Pictures  - Image From Wayne Harrison
The signs of fall are waning. See the last pictures of Colorado's fall color, as captured by our 7NEWS viewers. More
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See the last of the fall color in the high country. More
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See pictures of Colorado's gorgeous fall colors, captured by viewers just like you. More
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Upload Your Photos Of Fall  - Image From Deepti Apte
See pictures of the changing leaves captured by viewers just like you. More
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Upload Your Pictures Of Fall Color - Image From Leslie Able
See photos of Colorado's fall colors, captured by viewers just like you! More
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See pictures uploaded by our 7NEWS viewers this fall. More


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Check out the beautiful picture of fall, submitted by our viewers! More


Share Your Pics Of Fall Color (Part 2)  - Image From Steve Bowens
Check out the beautiful picture of fall, submitted by our viewers! More


Fall Color at Lake City, CO
See beautiful pictures of fall in Colorado, as captured by our 7NEWS Viewers. More
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Share Your Pics Of Fall Color - Image From Andrea Clenney
Check out the best pictures of fall in Colorado last year, courtesy of our 7NEWS viewers. More
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Share Your 2006 Aspen Pics With 7NEWS Viewers - Image From Eneida Gastal-Keith
The fall color pics keep rolling into the Digital Album. See our viewers' best shots. More


Share Your 2006 Aspen Pictures With 7NEWS Viewers - Image From Kim Pardi
2006 provided awesome fall color in the mountains. See our viewers' best pics. More


Share Your 2006 Aspen Pictures With 7NEWS Viewers - Image From Kate Echeverria
The fall color is at peak in the mountains. See our viewers' best pics. More


Share Your 2006 Aspen Pictures With 7NEWS Viewers - Image From Jennifer Brindley
It has been a great fall color season in the mountains. See our viewers' best pics. More


One Tank Trips

Cripple Creek is a place rich in history, and where you can still strike it rich.

Consumer champ Bill Clarke found a plethora of summertime deals in the Vail Valley.

Head to one of Colorado's natural wonders -- the Royal Gorge -- by land, by water and by air.

See what all there is to do on a one tank trip to Steamboat Springs.

Fishing, rafting -- there's so many things you can do on a trip to Salida.

Want a trip on one tank? How about a summer vacation in Aspen?

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