Colorado state parks: Sylvan Lake By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 Sylvan Lake Description: Awe-inspiring mountain views await those who seek this peaceful hideaway out west off Interstate 70. The birds chirpi…
Colorado state parks: Chatfield By Seth Boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 ChatfieldDescription: With plenty to do on land and water, the park is a bustling playground for Denverites. The prairie meets the South Platt…
Colorado state parks: Eleven Mile By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A closer look at Eleven Mile State Park, located west of Colorado Springs near Lake George. This might be the top water destination among loca…
Colorado state parks: Ridgway By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A closer look at Ridgway State Park, located in southwestern Colorado. Some Coloradans swear that this area on the Western Slope is the most s…
Colorado state parks: James M. Robb-Colorado River By SETH BOSTER seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A closer look at James M. Robb-Colorado River, located near Fruita. The park follows five sections - "a string of pearls," as it is fondly kno…
Colorado state parks: Rifle Gap By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Rifle Gap State Park near Glenwood Springs. Description: Pristine waters lay beneath the Grand Hogback, the Western Slope's majestic…
Roxborough State Park give picture-perfect hiking views By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Roxborough State Park near Castle Rock. Description: Those famed red rock formations at Garden of the Gods? The like can be found ou…
Colroado state parks: Lone Mesa By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 Lone Mesa Description: The park is a sight to behold, but only for a select few: The general public is barred from visiting the 12,000-acre pr…
Elkhead Reservoir State Park boasts serenity for visitors By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Elkhead Reservoir near Steamboat Springs. Description: In stark contrast to its barren surroundings, the reservoir spans 900 acres t…
St. Vrain State Park is a beautiful getaway from city life By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at St. Vrain State Park near Denver. Description: Longs Peak and Mount Meeker loom to the west of this park, used widely as an escape f…
Yampa River State Park offers adventure to the seasoned traveller By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 Yampa River Description: The park places its headquarters in northern Colorado, in the scenic valley outside Steamboat Springs. But adventure …
Crawford State Park a beautiful destination for hikers and campers alike By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Crawford State Park in western Colorado. Description: The 400-acre reservoir sitting 6,600 feet high on the Western Slope is but one…
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area in Salida. Description: It's an adventure paradise as the river comes alive each spring with sno…
John Martin Reservoir State Park a bird watcher's, boater's retreat By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Sep 11, 2020 A look at John Martin Reservoir State Park in southeastern Colorado. Description: Colorado's eastern-most state park is a massive oasis, with …
Paonia State Park a hidden Colorado gem By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Paonia State Park near Crested Butte. Description: It's as primitive as state parks come. The narrow 330-acre reservoir emerges in a…
Cherry Creek State Park offers variety of trails, water sports By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Cherry Creek State Park located in Denver. Description: Denver residents appreciate the quick getaway from the urban hubbub. The par…
Highline Lake State Park popular destination for boaters, swimmers By seth boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Highline Lake near Fruita. Description: Smackdab in the barren outskirts of Fruita is this vast body of water, attracting swimmers, …
Vega State Park a mountain haven for outdoors enthusiasts By Seth Boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Vega State Park near Grand Junction Description: The park to the far west has a name that stems appropriately from the Spanish word …
Mueller State Park home to rugged trails filled with wildflowers By Seth Boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Mueller State Park near Divide. Description: The park is a Front Range gem, located west of Colorado Springs just outside Divide - h…
Trinidad Lake State Park perfect for a camping adventure By Seth Boster seth.boster@gazette.comUpdated Aug 14, 2020 A look at Trinidad Lake State Park near Trinidad. Description: Campers might set up base to explore enticements surrounding the park, situated…