Author: Mary Howard Glover

Leadville sits at a breathtaking 10,152 feet above sea level, making them the perfect basecamp for your first (or fifth!) 14er hike. Surrounded by towering peaks—including Mount Elbert and Mount Massive, Colorado’s two highest summits—this high-alpine area offers access to stunning trails and...

Summer in Leadville and Twin Lakes is a spellbinding time of year. As the snow continues to melt, wildflower-filled meadows come to life, wildlife becomes more active, and frozen streams swell into rushing creeks fed by spring runoff. It’s an extraordinary time of year to explore the high...

Leadville and Twin Lakes offer some of the most scenic and rewarding road biking in the state. We’ve rounded up the best routes and races in the area, sorted by difficulty so you can pick your perfect pedal-powered challenge. From mellow lake loops to hairpin switchbacks that’ll test your...

Welcome to your perfect summer escape — where mountain peaks meet rushing rivers and anglers and paddlers alike find their paradise. Whether you’re in search of thrills on whitewater rapids or quiet moments with a fly rod in hand, the Upper Arkansas River delivers. With the whitewater...

Looking for that magical moment when you feel like the mountains are all yours? There’s a sweet time of year on the Top of the Rockies Scenic Byway, before the busier season—when you can experience the beauty of these legendary roads in near solitude. Just pure alpine air and awe-inspiring...

In most places, spring means saying goodbye to winter. But in Leadville and Twin Lakes, it means you can get both seasons in one incredible day! Here, snowshoes and sun hats live in harmony, and you don’t have to choose between warm-weather fun and cozy winter charm, but you might have to pack in...