Hidden Gems Places To Visit in Colorado, United States

1. 5.0 Stations of the Cross Shrine (98 reviews)
   - Made the weak of heart walk again
   Religious Sites
   
   
   A series of sculptures depicting the last hours of Christ's life. The Shrine is located on a mesa. Visitors walk a 1-mile path to reach it. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Ice Lakes Trail (97 reviews)
   - Beautiful!!!!!
   Hiking Trails
   
   
   This breathtaking hike can be done in a day: 3.5 miles one way that takes hikers from 9,900 feet to over 12,200 feet, with many steep switchbacks, waterfalls and sweeping views along the way. See more..
   
3. 5.0 RIGS Fly Shop & Guide Service (97 reviews)
   - Fly fishing
   Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Water Sports • Fishing Charters & Tours • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Day Trips
   
   
   We took a trip with Rigs to the Telluride area on the San Miguel River. The office staff was very patient with all my questions and offered good descriptions of several Trips they thought would be best for our family. They were very professional and helpful Upon arrival. The setting at the river was beautiful. Keith and Spencer were excellent guides. They are very knowledgeable about fly fishing in the area and worked hard, Changing flies and moving us around to help us catch fish. We caught several fish so they did a good job directing us to the right area to snag some Fish. We’ve never fly fished before. Both guides did a great job teaching us how to fly dish and were patient with us while we learned our skills. I would definitely recommend RIGS and would use them Again if we fish in this area. See more..
   
4. 5.0 Summit Shuttle (96 reviews)
   - Highly recommend!
   Spent 1-2 hours Ferries
   
   
   Summit Shuttle was founded on the premise to provide an affordable transportation and tour service between the marinas of Dillon and Frisco Bay. Included, an educational briefing opportunity for all passengers, mostly tourists about Summit County and the surrounding communities. Also offered a unique opportunity for guest/ residence to private charter a sizable boat to accommodate their needs. See more..
   
5. 5.0 Crystal River Jeep Tours (93 reviews)
   - Best guide and hike in Colorado
   4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
   
   
   First off, our guide Smitty was the nicest most knowledgeable guy in the area. We booked the transportation shuttle to the Geneva lake trailhead. He dropped us off at 2:20 after one of the most picturesque atv rides of my life. From there we hiked up to the lake which in my opinion nothing can beat these views. Every turn was a moment to be blown away by all the surrounding peaks. We got to the lake, which has massive trout, relaxed and had lunch then hiked back down to get picked up at 5:30. If you are in the area looking for places to explore, this is it! Thanks again Smitty, pleasure talking to you! See more..
   
6. 5.0 Mohawk Lake Trail (92 reviews)
   - Crisp, Alpine Setting.
   Spent More than 3 hours Scenic Walking Areas
   
   
   A great little trail just outside of Breckinridge. Reaching the lower lake took us up close to 1500 ft of ascent. The trail can get a little twisty and hard to follow at times, but with a steady trickle of other hikers, we found our way. The alpine lake is stunning and you get a lovely waterfall on the way as well. Take it all in and enjoy the crisp air and views as you move higher and higher. See more..
   
7. 5.0 The Snowbike Experience (90 reviews)
   - A Great Way To Spend Your Vacation
   Ski & Snowboard Areas
   
   
   My husband and I have enjoyed snowbiking for the last 3 years. We tried it on a whim and will probably never ski again. Imagine a ski vacation where you have no sore knees or muscles. We love the bike and enjoy a relaxing ski vacation each year (emphasis on relaxing!). The snowbike is very easy to learn and we look forward to biking down the mountain each year. Give it a try - you won't be sorry!! from the other Mike & Donna See more..
   
8. 5.0 Marble Distilling Co. & The Distillery Inn (89 reviews)
   - LUXE boutique hotel and Craft Whiskey Distillery in a great village/town in Colorado !!!
   Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Distilleries
   
   
   Located at 150 Main Street in Carbondale's creative district, Marble Distilling Co. & The Distillery Inn is a family & friends owned & operated craft spirits distillery. A zero waste, sutainable distillery and only one using the world-famous Yule marble stone as a filtering agent. Marble spirits include Marble Vodka, Moonlight EXpresso, Gingercello & Single Cask releases of Hoovers Revenge Whiskey & Bourbon. Selling craft spirits by the taste, by the cocktail and by the bottle. You can arrange for a tour of the distillery to learn how Marble makes their spirits. The Distillery Inn is the first inn in the world to be housed within an operational distillery - so guests can "Sleep with the Stills". Offering mountain luxury in five sophisticated, contemporary rooms with fireplaces, oversized spa bathrooms, fluffy robes, martini mini-bars, Italian linens, cruiser bikes, views of Mt. Sopris & walk to all Carbondale dining. See more..
   
9. 5.0 Evergreen Wilderness Guides (88 reviews)
   - Fantastic guide for a memorable family experience.
   Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM Canyoning & Rappelling Tours • Climbing Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours
   
   
   We did a full day of rock climbing and repelling in Golden, CO with Ryan as our guide from Evergreen Wilderness. It was a fantastic experience we will never forget. We are a family of 3 with a high school daughter and two parents on the far side of the 40's. Ryan was very accommodating to our individual levels of experience and comfort. He was great at explaining the technical side of what he was doing with all the gear so that we knew what was important and that felt safe. The location was beautiful and had many different climbs and repels we could try. Ryan was very personable, patient and professional. He made it clear what we needed to bring. He also was able to provide all the gear we needed. All 3 of us highly recommend Ryan and Evergreen Wilderness. See more..
   
10. 5.0 Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (88 reviews)
    - A great group of people putting on fabulous wildlife academic and research presentations
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Educational sites
    
    
    The Hallam Lake Nature Preserve, a wild place in the heart of Aspen, features an Environmental Learning Center, resident birds of prey, an indoor trout stream, a nature trail loop, bird watching, a naturalist on site, and programs all year round. Free to visit! See more..
    
11. 5.0 Mystic Escape Room (88 reviews)
    - Escape Room and Engagement (no escaping the upcoming wedding)
    Monday: 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games
    
    
    HIGHEST RATED ESCAPE ROOM IN COLORADO FOR 2 YEARS RUNNING :) Many escape rooms are just locks and puzzles but here you can find a truly immersive experience. Completely custom and unique. Half escape room - Half an interactive adventure experience. Located in Old Town Littleton - within walking distance to numerous bars and restaurants. See more..
    
12. 5.0 Highway of Legends Scenic Byway (86 reviews)
    - Spectacular scenic drive through Southern Colorado
    Spent More than 3 hours Scenic Drives
    
    
    This is a great way to explore the Spanish Peaks country. The scenery is gorgeous. If you are in a rush and just want to drive through, you can make the full drive (~80 miles) in a couple of hours. If you have time and interest, there are lots of little towns to stop and explore and you could easily spend a whole day. See more..
    
13. 5.0 Jet Boat Colorado (85 reviews)
    - Bucket List worthy adventure!
    Speed Boats Tours
    
    
    Joe was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and demonstrated the boat’s amazing precision capabilities. He pointed out wildlife that we passed by and shared some local history and points of interest. From ages 6 to 69, we all had blast! Glad there was rain gear provided for each of us! See more..
    
14. 5.0 Ute Mountain Tribal Park (83 reviews)
    - Don't miss this when in Cortez!
    Ancient Ruins • Parks
    
    
    The cliff dwellings at the Ute Mt. Tribal Park are a true find. See Ute wall paintings and petroglyphs as they were, and take your time: this secluded site gets far less visitors than Mesa Verde. See more..
    
15. 5.0 Mount Zirkel Wilderness Area (83 reviews)
    - Might be my favorite hike ever
    Nature & Wildlife Areas
    
    
    Remote, scenic area near the northern Colorado border popular for fishing, hiking and whitewater rafting. See more..
    
16. 5.0 Rocky Mountain Adventure Rentals (83 reviews)
    - Incredible Trail Riding Experience
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Ski & Snow Tours • Gear Rentals • Stand Up Paddleboarding
    
    
    Setting up the reservation was quick and easy, and Tony and the staff were quite friendly and knowledgeable about the area. My girlfriend and I rented a side-by-side for a full day and were able to ride more than 60 miles of trails throughout the national park. I'd highly recommend the full day as an amazing way to experience the area with the freedom to hop off and hike a couple of different trails. See more..
    
17. 5.0 Ouray Ice Park (82 reviews)
    - What a wonderful place for families!
    Sports Complexes • Parks
    
    
    Located in the Uncompahgre Gorge in Ouray, Colorado, the Ouray Ice Park was opened in 1995 as the world's first park devoted exclusively to the sport of ice climbing. Climbing in the park is free. A small band of volunteers developed the Park utilizing a unique set of assets found perhaps only in Ouray. Come learn how to Ice Climb in the best Ice Climbing Park in the world! See more..
    
18. 5.0 Castle Creek Road (82 reviews)
    - Magnificent Scenery
    Biking Trails
    
    
    This mountain road offers a smooth mountain bike ride to Aspen, Colorado. See more..
    
19. 5.0 Christy Sports Ski & Snowboard Rentals (81 reviews)
    - Christy Sports Rentals
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Gear Rentals
    
    
    The Beaver Creek Christy Sports location is conveniently located at the entrance to the main village. It's just a few steps from the shuttle stop so you can get geared up and hitting the slopes as soon as possible. We have an excellent selection of rental packages and a knowledgeable staff to help you find the right equipment. See more..
    
20. 5.0 Ouzel Falls (81 reviews)
    - Waterfalls and Great Views!
    Waterfalls
    
    
    I hiked the Ouzel Falls Trail last month while visiting RMNP. If you are a fan of waterfalls then this is your hike. The trail follows rivers that have several falls and many areas of rapids. The trail gradually ascents up to Ouzel Falls and is not really difficult if you are in reasonable shape (labeled as moderate). There were many families and groups of young people on the trail which was great to see after COVID. The trail is heaviliy trafficked and you need to get there early (or like I did) later in the afternoon or you will likely have a long walk to the trailhead. This is an out and back trail- not a loop. Up all the way there and down on the way back.! Great trail with lots for cool views! See more..
    
21. 5.0 The Colorado Trail (81 reviews)
    - Hiking Colorado Trail (segment 25)
    Biking Trails • Hiking Trails
    
    
    Spanning some 500 miles from Denver to Durango, this path crosses many different elevations and environments, including eight mountain ranges, seven national forests, six wilderness areas and five river systems, making it one of the most fascinating and scenic trails in the state. See more..
    
22. 5.0 Silver Plume Rentals (80 reviews)
    - Highly recommended family day trip!!
    Spent More than 3 hours Gear Rentals
    
    
    Silver Plume Rentals provides Polaris ATV rentals. We rent Polaris RZR side-by-side machines. These machines are 4wd, comfortable, great performing, and easy to drive. They enable you to see the wonderful Rocky Mountains in spectacular fashion! We have machines that seat 2-4 people, providing an outdoor adventure like never before! See more..
    
23. 5.0 Museum of Northwest Colorado (80 reviews)
    - Great museum in Craig
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
    
    
    Really done well for a small city. If you are passing thru Craig, take a couple of hours and visit this museum!!! The museum is 2 stories, levels, and a mix of Old West Cowboys and Lawmen around the Craig area, also early town life (1880s - 1920), and some natural history exhibits (fossils and current wildlife). They also have an excellent pistol and long-gun display. See more..
    
24. 5.0 Deerhammer Distillery (79 reviews)
    - Whiskey Cocktails
    Monday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Distilleries
    
    
    At Deerhammer, our distilling is steeped in whiskey tradition, but our methods are infused with curiosity and creativity. From our cornerstone single malt to our forthcoming bourbon, rye and limited run single barrel spirits, we're redefining the flavor-and future-of independent American whiskey. Stop by for a whiskey tasting... craft cocktail... or a bite to eat from our new menu featuring some seriously highfalutin brats, all beef franks, chili, and more! See more..
    
25. 5.0 Center for American Values (78 reviews)
    - A Must See Attraction-Medal of Honor Winners
    Monday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Come for a serene visit, walk hallowed ground, and leave inspired. We invite you to visit the Center for American Values, located on the Historic Pueblo Riverwalk in Pueblo, Colorado. Pueblo is the “Home of Heroes” and proud host of the 2017 Medal of Honor Convention. The Center is open daily from 10:00am to 4:00pm and is free. The Center is a nonprofit, non-partisan organization formed in 2010 for charitable and educational purposes. The Center’s visionary and Co-founder is Pueblo native, and Medal of Honor recipient Drew Dix. Along with its education focus, the Center hosts the “Portraits of Valor” gallery, an extraordinary collection of more than 150 portraits of our countries living Medal of Honor Recipients. The exhibit is one of two permanent displays in the country; the other is displayed in the Pentagon. The exhibit is a powerful example of the self-sacrifice of ordinary individuals who have served in harm’s way to protect the freedoms we all enjoy. Some guests choose to sit and reflect at the immense power of the portraits while others enjoy reading the inspiring quotes that accompany each portrait. The Center also includes a World Trade Center (WTC) Steel Memorial located at the Center’s entrance. In 2012 members of the New York City Fire Department visited the Center to dedicate the WTC Steel Memorial. Visitors are reminded of how vital the Center’s core values of honor, integrity and patriotism are to the freedoms we enjoy and to the future of our great country. See more..
    
26. 5.0 Eureka! McConnell Math and Science Museum (76 reviews)
    - AWESOME!
    Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Science Museums • Children's Museums
    
    
    We create excitement for science, technology, engineering arts and math for kids 3-93 by offering creative hands-on experiences. Exploring wonders- Expanding Minds! See more..
    
27. 5.0 Mineral Belt Trail (76 reviews)
    - Scenic bike ride
    Hiking Trails
    
    
    Can’t beat this trail for scenery and old mining history. The route is 11. 5 miles RT. You climb thru aspens w incredible views of 2 14ers, Turquoise lake and more. Then there are the old mines along the way, Baby Doe ‘s Matchless mine and more Best time to ride this is in the fall See more..
    
28. 5.0 Overland Trail Museum (76 reviews)
    - A treasure on the South Platte
    Monday: Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
    
    
    Since 1936, visitors have enjoyed a step back in time when they visit the Overland Trail Museum. Extensive exhibits include pioneer history, Native American artifacts and antique farm equipment. Historic buildings include two barns, a general store, a prairie school, church, barbershop, 1915 stone block house, a caboose and a boxcar depot. See more..
    
29. 5.0 Dolores River Canyon (75 reviews)
    - Spectacular Fall Colors
    Bodies of Water • Canyons
    
    
    The 105-mile stretch of the Dolores River and its surrounding 26,000-acre wilderness area is popular for a variety of outdoor activities. See more..
    
30. 5.0 Beaver Creek Stables (73 reviews)
    - Fantastic day out
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Horseback Riding Tours
    
    
    Beaver Creek is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Trails for our horseback riding activities here in the Vail Valley have been carefully chosen to make rides tranquil, scenic and relaxing for our guests. We will ensure that you have time to truly relax, have an authentic outdoor experience, and enjoy your summer vacation in the Vail Valley. See more..
    
31. 5.0 Estes Park Memorial Observatory (73 reviews)
    - A Must Do!
    Spent 1-2 hours Observatories & Planetariums • History Museums
    
    
    The Estes Park Memorial Observatory (EPMO) is a community resource dedicated to fostering scientific education of children in Estes Park and serving as an educational venue for the community and visitors. EPMO holds events throughout the year in conjunction with the local school system, the Estes Valley Astronomical Society and the Rocky Mountain National Park. The observatory schedules private and group viewing sessions and hosts educational lectures on astronomy, cosmology, astrophotography and special astronomical events such as comet fly-bys and more! We also have fun on going projects like our Human Sundial Project. EPMO is currently offering opportunities for volunteers. Just contact us to get involved and learn about our sky along the way! Can't help? Donate to our Estes Park Observatory and come visit anytime! See more..
    
32. 5.0 Colorado Mountain School (73 reviews)
    - Amazing Multi-Pitch Experience with Meg!
    Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Sports Camps & Clinics
    
    
    Colorado Mountain School (CMS) offers courses and privately guided group and individual adventures in rock climbing, mountaineering, skiing, avalanche training and ice climbing throughout Colorado. We are based locally in Boulder and Estes Park. CMS is the largest guide service in Colorado and has more American Mountain Guides Association certified Guides than any other guide service in the state. Our Estes Park Adventure Hostel is located in Estes Park, Colorado, and is the perfect basecamp for your adventures. See more..
    
33. 5.0 Christy Sports Ski and Snowboard (72 reviews)
    - Awesome Business
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Gear Rentals
    
    
    The Christy Sports Frisco shop is convenient for those staying in Frisco or headed to Breckenridge from I-70. Being centrally located makes this Christy Sports location ideal for ski and snowboard rentals, especially if you plan on visiting multiple resorts in Summit County. Our team will outfit you with high quality equipment at a competitive price, and will make sure you leave excited and confident to start your day on the slopes. See more..
    
34. 5.0 Pioneer Sports (70 reviews)
    - Great service, top notch equipment
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Gear Rentals
    
    
    My husband and I wanted to ride Vail Pass and Pioneer delivered! Reasonable rates for rental and shuttle service to the top of the trail. Steven was friendly during check in, we were fitted with bikes that fit us well. Shane was our driver and was super informative on the drive up with helpful tips and information about available stops of interest. After the ride, Sam was helpful providing prices and information as we liked the equipment so much we are considering buying the same model bike from Pioneer and having it shipped to us back home. Great value. Pioneer will not disappoint. See more..
    
35. 5.0 High Country Trails (70 reviews)
    - Best trail ride and scenery!
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hiking Trails
    
    
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36. 5.0 Fort Collins Municipal Railway (69 reviews)
    - Beaufully restored streetcar trip back in time!
    Trams
    
    
    I lived in Fort Collins for 30 years before I finally took a ride on the Trolley. I now feel like I wasted 29 of those years. They have two cars, one that is one of the original 4 cars that came to Fort Collins in 1919, and have recently restored another one that ran here in the late 40's until the service ended in 1951. Both are beautifully restored and take you on a nearly 3 mile round trip ride from City Park to Old Town. Everyone waves at the trolley, and the conductor will tell you a bit about the history of the system (which was the best, and last) in Colorado, take pictures for you, and will make sure you have a great time. Price is only $2 for adults, $1 for kids and seniors. Take a ride on the trolley, you'll be glad you did! See more..
    
37. 5.0 MacGregor Ranch Museum (67 reviews)
    - A little gem my husband found!
    Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
    
    
    My husband and I had a couple hours to kill while we were in Estes Park, and he suggested we check out this quaint ranch. We were the only 2 on the tour, but it was the BEST $5.00 you will spend. The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the ranch, and the setting was the most BEAUTIFUL around Estes! (And that is saying something!!) I would definitely recommend taking a couple hours and check it out! See more..
    
38. 5.0 Dream Lake (66 reviews)
    - Very crowded but very scenic
    Bodies of Water
    
    
    This is the middle lake in the Emerald Lake Trail triad. It is gorgeous, clear water (you can see fish ) and very scenic — great views of Hallett Peak and Flattop Mountain. It is also very easy to get to — 1.1 miles on the trail with 425 feet of elevation rise. We hiked in the morning and the lake and the train near were very crowded — tons of people taking selfies and group pics. It did not get better on our way back from Emerald Lake, the final lake, which was 0.7 miles away up the trail. See more..
    
39. 5.0 North Rim (66 reviews)
    - The Quieter of the 2 Rims
    National Parks
    
    
    Less visited but wonderfully scenic area. See more..
    
40. 5.0 Black Bear Pass (66 reviews)
    - Better pack a lot of snacks with you
    Historic Walking Areas
    
    
    This trail is big time consumer! Trust me. It will take some time (unless you have rented Jeep Wrangler) to just reach bottom of trail where are hairpins that you can spot from town centre of Telluride. Sometimes you will need to make room for some off-road car. Anyway if you go by car you still need to leave it somewhere when you continue to the lakes that are couple miles from viewpoint over former power plant at the top of Bridal Veil Falls. I remember that I have spent something like 45 minutes at one rock out there. I can be someone like that character from Assassin's Creed who gets HP by staying at high view points. Anyway once again pack a lot of water and snacks with you because there are no shops or stores and it takes some time to get to one. See more..
    
41. 5.0 Star Drive Inn Theatre (66 reviews)
    - Always great
    Movie Theaters
    
    
    I’ve been coming here for 20 years and it’s always been a family tradition. Never had rude service and they always play movies that go together, so you don’t just wanna go for one, you wanna stay for both! The fries at the confession are soooo good. Make sure if you have a bigger car or truck, park near the back. Small cars go upfront See more..
    
42. 5.0 Blue Lakes (65 reviews)
    - Rough road, but worth it!
    Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
    
    
    We drove up to the first lake, half of our group walked around the lake to the large waterfall & the other half walked up to the second lake. It’s a long steep incline up to the second lake, so unless you are used to hiking, I recommend you drive to the upper lake. The hike around the lower lake is much easier & allows for younger & older visitors to enjoy the area. The road up has recently been grated, so it’s a much easier road than the road to the first lake. At the top lake area, there is another waterfall & another lake. We saw mountain goats at the top lake. Views from above are AMAZING!! See more..
    
43. 5.0 Longs Peak (65 reviews)
    - Through the keyhole....
    Mountains
    
    
    Unlike most people who summit longs, we decided to make it part of a backpacking trip.
    We spent the night before the summit in the boulder field, which was an awesome experience and I would highly recommend it! It was windy, but the sunrise was worth it.
    
    The summit climb was fun, and once through the keyhole you are treated to awesome views of the mummy range. It is a decently strenuous climb, especially the middle section known as the trough. After an hour or so stay on the summit, we descended as it began it cloud up. We made it back to our tents just in time for a afternoon hail storm, which worked well as "rocks" in our victory scotches. See more..
    
44. 5.0 West Elk Loop Scenic Byway (64 reviews)
    - Breathtaking Vistas in Colorado
    Scenic Drives
    
    
    Scenic drive that winds through the Crystal River Valley, over McClure Pass to Crawford, Crested Butte, Kebler Pass and back to Carbondale. See more..
    
45. 5.0 Vilar Performing Arts Center (64 reviews)
    - Vilar Center Beaver Creek
    Spent 2-3 hours Theaters
    
    
    Located in the heart of Colorado's Beaver Creek Resort, the Vilar Performing Arts Center is a 535-seat theatre, owned and operated by the Vail Valley Foundation, which presents a variety of year-round performances including Broadway musicals, concerts, family entertainment, comedy, dance, classical music and more. The intimate and inviting performance space of the VPAC was designed to exacting specifications to create perfect acoustics and unobstructed views from every seat. See more..
    
46. 5.0 Christy Sports Ski and Snowboard (64 reviews)
    - Great Service! Attentive to kids!
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Gear Rentals
    
    
    Located in the center of Avon, Christy Sports is the most complete ski shop in town. With expert boot fitting and an endless selection of ski and snowboard clothing and gear, Christy Sports Avon is a can't miss. Top level ski and snowboard rental round out the offering with satisfaction guaranteed. See more..
    
47. 5.0 Roaring Fork Valley (64 reviews)
    - Beautiful scenery
    Valleys
    
    
    Located where the Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers intersect. See more..
    
48. 5.0 Dave's Mountain Tours (61 reviews)
    - Absolute must do tour when in Telluride!
    Nature & Wildlife Tours
    
    
    Absolutely stunning adventure with a first rate outfit! We had Curtis as our guide as we headed up the Mountains in Telluride on an old mining road in an open air Pinzgauer. Curtis not only knew his stuff he was safe and awesome on a road which can get a little rough to say the least - imagine this road used by miners 140 years ago and it’s just amazing! Views galore, as comfortable as you could be and one of the best tours we’ve taken. Absolutely highly recommend! See more..
    
49. 5.0 Altitude Outdoor Adventures (61 reviews)
    - Snow Mobiles on the Grand Mesa
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Fishing Charters & Tours • Boat Rentals • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Kayaking & Canoeing
    
    
    My sister was visiting from Georgia and we decided to take a tour with Altitude on the beautiful Grand Mesa. We had a wonderful experience. The guides started out slow so we could get a handle on the machines. They eventually allowed us to explore in unobstructed areas and actually use the machine. The snow was amazing!!! We will definitely go next year. The guides were interesting, kind, knowledgeable and kept us SAFE. See more..
    
50. 5.0 West Maroon Trail (60 reviews)
    - Perfect Father-Daughter Hike
    Hiking Trails
    
    
    My daughter is getting married in November and we decided to do our last father-daughter trip to Aspen, with the focal point being the Aspen to Created Butte hike via the Western Maroon Trail. We secured a map and valuable info from the friendly staff at Ute Mountaineer in Aspen. We packed our backpacks with water, energy bars, and sandwiches from Annette's and hit the trail head at Maroon Lake at 7:45 am. on 4 September. That Lake is spectacular with the mountains reflecting on it. With no bear spray, we started our 7 mile climb to the pass. The diversity of the trail is fantastic - creeks, woods, hedgerows, open air, smooth, rocky, etc. For flat landers like us, the hike up was more than "moderate", especially the last 1k feet, but we made it! What a great place to have lunch and see God's creation in 360 degrees! Just spectacular, jaw dropping! We spent a few extra minutes at the top with a couple who kindly took our photo, and then started the 4 mile descent to the Gothic trailhead (you don't actually end up in Crested Butte unless you walk along roads for more miles). The descent was a piece of cake. The fauna and scenery on Crested Butte side was very different - wildflowers still in bloom. Our ride was 15 minutes early. We did the entire trail in 6 hours 25 minutes, and we are not hikers per se and I am a bit out of shape! We encountered 43 other hikers, including one from our hometown of Nashville. We crossed 34 creeks and streams. We had a father-daughter trip and accomplishment together that we will never forget! See more..
    

What's a Hidden gem?

We call places hidden gems that are new, extremely good, but are not that popular yet - you should check them out. The criteria is to have a rating of 4.5 or more and more than 20 reviews and less than 100 reviews.