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Wolford Mountain ReservoirWolford Mountain Reservoir is located about five miles north of Kremmling in Grand County, Colorado. The reservoir dams Muddy Creek and is part of the Colorado River watershed. Construction of the reservoir was completed in 1996. Its recreation area offers lake and stream fishing, boat rentals, boat ramps, picnic areas, and 48 campsites. The reservoir is stocked with trout and kokanee salmon.
Green Mountain ReservoirGreen Mountain Reservoir is located in Summit County, Colorado. The reservoir is fed by the Blue River and supplies water to Denver and the surrounding areas. The dam that impounds the reservoir was completed in 1950. The reservoir has a capacity of 77,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 1,400 acres. It is a popular recreation spot for boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. The Green Mountain National Forest surrounds the reservoir.
Lower Cataract LakeLower Cataract Lake is a secluded alpine lake which is accessible via a short hike from the nearby trailhead, and it offer stunning views of the surrounding mountain scenery. One of the most popular activities at Lower Cataract Lake is fishing, and the lake is stocked with trout on a regular basis. The lake is also a great place to enjoy a picnic lunch or take a dip on a hot day. With its tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking views, Lower Cataract Lake is an ideal spot for a summertime adventure.
Williams Fork ReservoirThe 1,860 surface acre Williams Fork Reservoir is a water storage facility and public recreation area, located near the town of Parshall in Grand County. The Williams Fork Dam and Power Plant, completed in 1959, provides electricity and water to the Western Slope or Denver metropolitan area in Colorado. Its leisure activities include motor boating, fishing, ice fishing and wind surfing.
Mount PowellMount Powell is a mountain in Summit County. The mountain has an elevation of 14,028 feet and is the highest point in Summit County. Mount Powell is part of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains and is one of the most popular climbing destinations in Colorado. The mountain was named after John Wesley Powell, who was the first person to climb it. Mount Powell is home to many different wildlife species, including elk, deer, bighorn sheep, and eagles.
Byers CanyonByers Canyon stretches a breathtaking 8 miles between Hot Sulphur Springs and Kremmling, Colorado.The canyon is approximately 8 miles long and is located in the headwaters region of the Colorado between Hot Sulphur Springs and Kremmling. U.S. Highway 40 passes through the canyon between Hot Sulphur Springs and Kremmling.
Mountain MusherMountain Musher offers the best dog sledding in the Vail Valley, Colorado. Private beautiful trails, free from snowmobiles, await you.
Pitkin LakePitkin Lake is located 4.45 miles north of Vail in the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area. It fills a large cirque just above treeline at the head of a broad, glacier-carved valley. The Pitkin Lake Trail climbs 2,886' in several steep stages into the upper valley, where the landscape opens to rolling alpine meadows on the approach to Pitkin Lake
Eagles Nest WildernessThe Eagles Nest Wilderness is a true wilderness experience, situated in the Summit County area of Colorado. The area is characterized by its high mountain peaks, forests, and rivers. There are several different trails to explore, each offering its own unique scenery and challenges. Whether you're looking for a short day hike or a longer backpacking trip, the Eagles Nest Wilderness has something to offer. Wildlife is abundant in the area, and you might even see some eagles nesting in the cliffs.
Nottingham LakeThis is a beautiful place to spend a summer or winter day. The lake is great for fishing and paddle-boating in the summer and ice skating and ice fishing in the winter. You can stroll along the waters edge on recreation paths or set up a picnic with the family.
Vail VillageThis is a charming place to walk around, shop, look at the stunning architecture, or enjoy a delicious meal. For outdoor enthusiasts, Vail has some of the most scenic hiking trails in the Vail Valley. Booth Falls, Shrine Pass, Lost Lake Trailhead, and Piney River Ranch are just some of the favorites in the area.
Betty Ford Alpine GardensThe Betty Ford Alpine Gardens are the world's highest botanical garden, located at 183 Gore Creek Drive, Vail, Colorado, United States, at an 8,200 feet altitude in the Rocky Mountains. Other gardens include the Children's Garden and Schoolhouse Garden. Together these gardens contain about 2,000 varieties of plants, including over 500 different varieties of wildflowers and alpine plants. The Gardens are open to the public year-round.
Lake AgnesLake Agnes is a natural body of water measuring 110 acres in the extreme northwest corner of Grand County where Routt, Grand and Jackson counties come together. The lake is surrounded by 19 single-family lots that are an in-holding in the National Forest. A good picnic location and also there are so many leisure activities possible here.
Gore Valley TrailBeautiful paved path popular for walking and biking with great mountain, aspen trees, and stream views. The entire trail is 12 miles long and spans from East Valley Trail on the western end and the Val Pass Trail on the eastern end.
Rock Creek TrailheadRock Creek Trailhead is located in Summit County, Colorado and provides access to the Rock Creek and Belleayre Mountain Trails. The trailhead is situated at an elevation of 9,200 feet and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Visitors can hike or bike along the Rock Creek Trail to reach the summit of Belleayre Mountain, where they will find a variety of trails to explore. The Rock Creek Trailhead is a popular destination for hikers, mountain bikers, and nature enthusiasts.
Beaver Creek ResortBeaver Creek Resort is a major ski resort in the western United States, near Avon, Colorado. The resort comprises three villages, the main Beaver Creek Village, Bachelor Gulch, and Arrowhead to the west. The resort is owned and operated by Vail Resorts which operates multiple additional resorts. Beaver Creek is a regular host of World Cup events, usually in early December.
Gore CreekThis is a modest 18.5 mile-long river with lots to offer outdoor recreation visitors. The river is situated in Eagle County and drains part of the Rocky Mountains at the south end of Gore Range via Gore Valley.
Beaver Lake TrailThe Beaver Lake Trail begins at the base of the Beaver Creek Ski Area and continues past Beaver Lake at 3.3 miles, ending at Turquoise Lakes: This trail follows Beaver Creek as you hike through aspens and thimbleberry on an old wagon trail then onto singletrack up through coniferous forest to the Holy Cross Wilderness boundary at mile 3. From here you are only 0.3 miles from Beaver Lake.
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Gore CanyonGore Canyon is an isolated is a 3-mile isolated canyon along the upper Colorado River, just southwest of Kremmling. The Colorado descends from approximately 7,300 ft to approximately 7,000 ft over the length of the canyon. The steep walls ascend approximately 1,000 ft on either side. The canyon effectively marks the southwestern end of the Middle Park basin in north central Colorado.