Native American oral history and archaeological data alike suggest that farmers in parts of North America began abandoning major settlements such as Mesa Verde in Colorado and Cahokia in Illinois ...

Nestled in the San Luis Valley, Alamosa is a small town with big character. The wide streets and historic downtown buildings give it that classic small-town feel. You’ll notice right away how the pace ...

Mesa Verde National Park’s visitor facilities, museum, loop roads and several hiking trails reopened after U.S. agencies resumed operations last week and furloughed employees returned to work. A park ...

With so many awe-inspiring national parks, these Colorado state parks are sometimes overshadowed. So do explore to discover ...

Colorado National Monument Association reopens after 43 day shutdown but battles $75K funding gap from lost peak season sales ...

Snow-dusted peaks rise above streets where time seems to slow and neighbors still wave from their porches. Art mingles with ...

If you’re looking for a fun and exciting way to explore the country, a road trip might be just what you need. With so many ...

You can add two more Colorado campgrounds to the list of contenders for the best spots in the nation — and Colorado’s growing list of outdoors spots getting national acclaim this year. Lost Lake ...

Mesa resident Scott Jensen, an avid hiker and outdoors enthusiast, knows what it is to lug a heavy backpack on the trail. With that knowledge, he designed his own outdoor gear and created a company, ...

This Colorado Mountain Town Once Dubbed Itself Its Own Kingdom Welcome to Camp the States. Come along with us as we visit some of the best campgrounds across the U.S. Go “behind the scenes” to see all ...

Palisade, Colorado, has become one of my favorite towns after moving to Denver four years ago. It's home to striking nature and more than 30 wineries. I've visited a handful of times, and still ...

Mesa Verde National Park not only offers some gorgeous scenery, but it takes you on a journey back in time. Accessibility: Many tours and hikes to the cliff dwellings around Mesa Verde National park ...