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Staying at the Historic Stanley Hotel

Staying at the Historic Stanley Hotel

The Stanley Hotel, which played an inspirational role in Stephen King’s novel, “The Shining” is one of the top places to stay in Colorado. Opened in 1909, the Hotel has a rich history with stories of hauntings and famous guests. The hotel is clothed in mystery and magnificence with the beautiful architecture as many of the original…

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Staying at the Historic Stanley Hotel

Staying at the Historic Stanley Hotel

The Stanley Hotel, which played an inspirational role in Stephen King’s novel, “The Shining” is one of the top places to stay in Colorado. Opened in 1909, the Hotel has a rich history with stories of hauntings and famous guests. The hotel is clothed in mystery and magnificence with the beautiful architecture as many of the original…

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Estes Park Celebrates Elk Fest Amid Flood Recovery

While Estes Park continues to rebound and rebuild, the community is coming together to celebrate a favorite time of year – autumn. The fall foliage and elk rut, or mating season, are in full swing just in time for the annual Elk Fest, the celebration of all that makes Estes Park a unique mountain experience…

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Carri Wilbanks With Mike Connolly of the Estes Park Memorial Observatory

Turning Tragedy Into Triumph: The Estes Park Memorial Observatory

[youtube]https://youtu.be/6Tzc9E7TzTw[/youtube] A piece of an asteroid could soon be captured, by a man who was surprised he graduated from Lakewood High School. “I was voted most likely to end up in jail. It was just too much fun to not study,” laughs Mike Connolly. After he slid through high school, Connolly’s father drove him to…

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Ways To Experience Fall in Colorado

  Denver has one of the longest periods of fall colors of any city in the country. Here are some ways to experience the impressive spectacle of shades all the way from the mountains to Denver.  Winter comes early to the high country, but if you hurry, you could catch an amazing view above 9,500 feet, between…

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Rooftop Rodeo in Estes Park

Grab your cowboy hats and boots! Estes Park’s Rooftop Rodeo starts on July 9. The six day event has been a Colorado tradition for the past 87 years. Taking place in the Rockies, this is one of the most anticipated events of the year! Voted five times as PRCA’s “Best Small Rodeo of the Year,”…

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Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day in Estes Park

As if the summer months are enough of an excuse to get out and play, there is an entire day devoted to encouraging people to get outdoors. On June 8th, the American Recreation Coalition is challenging travelers to enjoy public lands across the country, and to reconnect your youth to the great outdoors. Here are…

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At the top of Gem Lake inside Rocky Mountain National Park with Kirk's Mountain Adventures

A Girlfriend Getaway to Estes Park

What’s better than hiking to a gem of a lake, refueling over a delectable dinner, and then crashing in a classic mountain cabin complete with a wood burning fireplace? Add on shopping, side-by-side pedicures, wine tasting and catching a glimpse millions of miles into space through a high-powered telescope and you have the perfect girlfriend…

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A Girlfriend Getaway to Estes Park

A Girlfriend Getaway to Estes Park What’s better than hiking to a gem of a lake, refueling over delectable dinner and then crashing in a classic mountain cabin complete with a wood burning fireplace? Then add on shopping, side by side pedicures, wine tasting and catching a glimpse millions of miles into space through a…

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Catch Rest in a Spacious Cabin at Mcgregor Mountain Lodge

From the very second you step foot in the McGregor Mountain Lodge you will feel instantly at home. Our group of gals received a bright greeting from the office manager, Susan, before we cozied up in our log cabin. After warming up with cookies straight out of the oven and sipping on spiced cider in the lobby,…

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