Colorado’s backcountry is vast. Without a guide, it’s easy to get lost.
Colorado Wonderland blog offers expert advice about hiking, climbing, skiing and biking across our state.
If you need ideas about where to go, check out our trip reports, trail suggestions or adventure stories on the blog.
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Colorado Wonderland blog is dedicated to crafting high quality stories about the places you love. I’ve spent years on the ground researching our state, and I love talking with experts. Read more about me.
Recent Stories
36 hours in Cañon City
Your ultimate travel guide to Cañon City. Cañon City is often overlooked, but rarely disappoints. Adventurous travelers will enjoy the town’s no-frills attitude and abundant outdoor opportunities.
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Alternatives to Colorado 14ers – Try these beginner ‘scrambles’
If you’re looking to add some spice to an alpine ascent, you may enjoy ‘scrambling.’ A scramble is a Class 3 or 4 route that mixes hiking with climbing. Here are some suggestions for how to get started scrambling.
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Trash to treasure: Five pieces of extremely-affordable backpacking gear
Thru-Hikers know that some of the best backpacking gear is also the cheapest. These five household items are incredibly useful and easy to find.
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Hike from Colorado Springs to Manitou Springs on the Intemann Trail
Looking for a longer trail to explore in Colorado Springs? The Intemann Trail is open to hikers, bikers and runners. The Intemann Trail connects Colorado Springs with Manitou Springs, offering a canvas for all kinds of human-powered adventures at the base of Pikes Peak.
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Rain gear for the Colorado Trail
Planning to hike the Colorado Trail? Make sure you’re prepared for Colorado’s monsoon season. Learn more about timing rain on the Colorado Trail and what rain gear to bring to stay happy and dry for the long haul.
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The Manitou Incline’s past, present and future
As hiking heats up across Colorado, the Manitou Incline offers lessons for reclaiming trails and managing crowds.
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Cormac McCrimmon
I started Colorado Wonderland to report on the confluence between outdoor recreation and environmental issues in Colorado.
I grew up in Denver, hiking, biking and climbing trees. In high school, I solo-hiked across the state on the Colorado Trail.
I love sharing advice about my favorite trails and places to visit. I’ve lived in Denver, Colorado Springs and Telluride.
When I’m not writing, I’m often conducting ‘boots on the ground’ research, running, biking, skiing, climbing or planning my next adventure.
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