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Gore Creek is on the hit list for most all experienced kayakers. The Eagle River offers 60 miles of water, while the Colorado Rivers will show off its gorges.
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B.J.'s little secret:

Hiking in and around Telluride can get you deep into the wilderness, without being too far from town. Don't miss Bridal Veil Falls.
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B.J. loves it:

The San Juan Skyway is a 236 mile loop with the impressive Million Dollar Highway between Ouray and Silverton being the highlight!
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B.J.'s tidbit:

There are a number of great afternoon runs near town. Or, drop in right in town where there is a kayak slalom course and a small kayak park.
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B.J. crushed it:

There are plenty of old mining roads and mountain passes to explore around Telluride with your 4x4 or ATV.
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B.J.'s good word:

Telluride has a plethora of mountain biking trails accessible directly from town. Even better, the gondola can take you to the top!
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Sam suggests:

I love wandering these hills.
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The Telluride area features a number of high mountain passes that serve as scenic to entertaining to hair-raising off-road trails. Colorado off road rentals are available right from the towns of Telluride and Ouray, Colorado.
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I've heard some great stories about Jones Pass.
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Carli's been there:

A very popular road biking and touring destination
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Carli did it:

Ride towards Emerald Mountain on the town trails around Strawberry park. The lift served Colorado biking trails around Steamboat Resort are great for those interested in downhill biking. Try Diggler biking!
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Carli's two cents:

Elkhorn Mountain in my opinion is the best area for Colorado 4x4 trips. And Buffalo Pass comes in at a close 2nd. Explore the maps and make a trail!
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Carli's tidbit:

Winter Park is known for its resort area bike parks. Rent a bike and get going!
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Carli's tip:

Certain sections of the Yampa and Blue Rivers are meant for enjoying scenic views just past Kremmling.
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Enjoy wake boarding, wake surfing and skiing on Steamboat and Stagecoach lakes. Enjoy the sun, the water and the mountains in the background.
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Carli wants you to know:

Floating along the Colorado river on a fall day is a great way to enjoy the area. Stop at some of the area hot springs along the river too.
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Carli crushed it:

Grand Lake, Lake Granby and Shadow Mountain Lake are all well known areas for Colorado boating and sailing. You can find regattas, pontoons and fishing on all three.
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Carli's been there:

Colorado rafting and paddling from Fort Collins to Estes to Frisco is a great adventure!
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Carli raves:

The Dinosaur National Monument section where the Yampa and Green Rivers meet is an incredible feat. The Yampa and the Eagle river offer class I-IV rapids while the Colorado has some of the state's most challenging rapids.
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Carli's tip:

The winding mountain roads and the scenic drives through the National Park and along the rivers and lakes are ideal for Colorado motorcycle tours.
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Carli's little secret:

The Fraser River is the better of the two area rivers for Colorado whitewater excitement. From the early spring run offs to late fall, this is the place to be when looking for river excitement.
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Carli's two cents:

The hike up to Fish Creek Falls might be one of my all time favorite Colorado hikes. But there is so much country to explore its hard to pick just one. Keep you eyes peeled, you will always seem something that surprises you.
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There are stories told of the trout in Lake Granby. Fishing on the Colorado River and the area reservoirs are another opportunity to enjoy fishing in the Winter Park area.
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Some of the best elk hunting in all of the country. The area around Craig tends to be rich in deer, and in any area surrounding Steamboat you will find elk herds by the dozen.
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Carli's tip:

This area is known for its bird hunting.
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Colorado horseback riding is great along the mountain trails around Granby and Grand Lake.
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Carli loves it:

Colorado motorcycle rides through the winding mountain roads is something everyone should try.
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Carli knows:

Known as a cowboy town, the western influence is definitely alive on a horseback ride. Don't miss the rodeos, the annual roundup in town and watching the real cowboys on working ranches during your Colorado summer vacation.
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Carli knows:

Whether river fishing or lake fishing, you can't go wrong. The Little Snake north of Steamboat near the Wyoming border is excellent in the fall but the Yampa is great for all types of trout anytime you want to fish.
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Carli raves:

Yampa River sports are an all around good time no matter the rig. Canoe, raft, kayak, paddle board or tube!
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Carli's little secret:

Day trips or several day trips in the backcountry. We used to do family hikes to Columbine Lake for lunch and back down in the afternoon.
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Estes Park and the surrounding towns are known for their view on and off the course.
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Carli suggests:

Golf Colorado in the valley. An excellent choice, especially with a colorful sky of hot air balloons.
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Carli's been there:

Canoe on Grand Lake from one of the small islands in the center of the lake to another.
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Dan crushed it:

If you enjoy hiking in Colorado mountains between giant, rocky peaks, and high mountain lakes, you'll love Telluride and Southwestern Colorado in general. You can hike right from town!
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Dan's tidbit:

The whole San Juan Skyway is nothing short of breathtaking, probably my top pick. Red Mountain Pass between Silverton and Ouray is particularly rad and the Sneffels Range along Highway 62 and Dallas Divide is pretty as well.
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