A little north of Eldorado Canyon State Park, this Walker Ranch Park with several different…read moretrailheads are tucked in as if they never want to be discovered by anyone. How I found this hidden gem was solely based on the luck I had today. I simply wanted to go on a hike where I would avoid other people. And this place is exactly that (or I picked the right day with very few hikers and bikers.) Cloudy Sunday afternoon, the temperature was in its upper 60's. When I got to the Ethel Harrold trailhead, there were only two other cars parked. And this is a very small trailhead (just so you know.) This Walker Ranch loop is a loop but it's QUITE lengthy. if you take the whole loop, it'll eventually take you to Eldorado State Park. I didn't go that far as I started late (past 2pm.) I took the right turn simply based on my instinct when the trail split on the way. If you take the right turn, you'll come to a very tiny (mini) cascade to your left. There is a good elevation gain so it's a great trail to get your cardio going. I occasionally jogged where the trail wasn't so steep. When I reached this vantage point where there was a bench, I made a u turn to come back to where I started. But the view at that vantage point was absolutely breathtaking. During this time (mid June), all kind of colorful wildflowers decorate both sides of the trail so you'll have ample opportunities for photo taking. I'd say it's beginner and family friendly especially the first mile or two. Since I didn't get to see the rest of the trail, I can't really speak for the rest of it, however. If it gets too difficult for you, you can always make a u turn.

One of my fav hikes…read more 8.5 miles 1740 elevation gain One of the most interesting and diverse hikes thru forests, canyons . Open spaces Views to die for Great workout especially the stair ascent Try it you'll like it

I was so very fortunate and lucky enough to have been able to attended super camp here throughout…read moregrade school, and to this day I tell people that it changed my life!!! It's worth the hike up for your kids to have experiences you won't be able to find anywhere else in the world with life long core memories that build good character. I HIGHLY recommend enrolling your kids here even if it's for one week day camp, or a focus group. I also LOVE that it's been operating for over 70 years by the same family running it today. You won't find anywhere else that has not only a turn key, organized, professional establishment but that's run by heart, soul, love for the outdoors, community, respect for one another, and tradition. It's also a great place to have your wedding or any special event!!

Our kids have been going to camp here for the past few years. It's hands down their favorite part…read moreof the summer. They get to ride horses, mountain board, do archery, swim, hike and more. The owners Lynn and Mike are incredibly easy to work with. All the staff are well trained and very attentive to the children and help stretch their comfort zone in fun challenging activities. This year camp was cancelled due to COVID-19. As an alternative, CMR has been hosting single family activities to ensure social distancing. We took the opportunity to do this and we had a blast. As parents, we really didn't know much about how the kids spent their time on the ranch. Spending time up there made me feel like a kid again. The staff made the whole experience fun and easy. The measures that CMR are taking to reduce exposure to the virus are as good as any place I've seen. They sanitize every piece of equipment and touch point between each family and keep the flushies sparkling. Oh and hundreds of acres to spread out the guests. After several months of quarantine and more to come, CMR's 2020 family program was much needed. It's also worth mentioning that various special needs grants and scholarships will cover the family program.

Great spot to run! Check out the last of the fall colors this week…read more Right outside Nederland, you can drive down a short dirt road and park at a large lot. They have bathrooms but no dogs allowed! There's a short five mile loop that takes you to a nice old barn the functions as a recording studio! There's a lot of history here and plaques to explain. You're pretty far in the woods, and I was the only one there for early sunrise on a weekday. I could hear elk bugling and the leaves were beautiful. I'll definitely be going back in the winter!

Saturday 5/23 at the Stihl/shop counter a lady called another Jax store to have a spark plug that I…read moreneeded sent to the Lafayette store. Said it would be there Tuesday and they would call me. I called today Wednesday 5/27. Guy at the Stihl/shop counter said they don't call anyone and deliveries between stores are unreliable. May or may not happen and they have no control over if it happens. He also said they won't call anyone if there's an order. You have to call or show up at the store to see if it happened. Really! Very Unprofessional! On my way to Lowe's

I was at Jax in Lafayette Colorado on August 5 2025. On that day at about 1:55 PM they tested their…read morefire alarm system. When they did so I was standing approximately 10 feet from a fire alarm. My hearing was damaged severely. I contacted Jax and a person claiming to be the general manager spoke to me about it. I am left with loss of hearing and constant ringing in my ears. Jax refused to help me or take accountability for what they did to me. Jax is just another heartless business that has no accountability.

This was the perfect fly-fishing experience for beginners! My husband and I had a wonderful time,…read morethanks to our guide, James. He made sure we were properly outfitted with the right gear and took us to several beautiful locations along Boulder Creek Canyon. James was patient, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the trip. He clearly explained each step of the process, offered helpful coaching on our technique, and showed us the best places to find fish. His encouragement and expertise made the experience both enjoyable and confidence-building. Booking the trip through Front Range Anglers was simple and seamless. We highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in learning to fly fish or spending a great day on the water

We went on a private guided trip as complete beginners a few weeks ago. Issac was our guide and he…read morewas incredibly helpful and really made us feel confident doing something new. Issac suggested going to RMNP for our trip and that was a spectacular suggestion. We had lots of time on the water and overall really enjoyed our experience. We felt like the guided trip was well worth what we paid for.

Trainers are amazing. I have been a student for the last 2 years and I cannot state enough how much…read moreElizabeth helped me growing. Their holistic and gentle approach goes way beyond just a simple horse lesson. You learn how to respect your horse and ask him/her permission to create a relationship which is based on respect and enthusiasm instead of fear and submission. Highly highly recommended

Elizabeth and Giorgia are exceptional horse trainers who focus on the well being, as well as,…read moredressage training of horses. No matter what level of training your horse is at when (s)he arrives, whether a young one or upper level, introducing the intrinzen and positive reinforcement, which include other training methodologies, your horse is in excellent hands! Thanks to both of you for my horse's all around emotional, mental and physical training!!

Awesome, awesome, awesome. Our two girls, 12 and 15 , were thrilled with this experience with…read moreBridgit. The 15-year old has admittedly always been horse crazy and is currently exploring horse-related careers, but this experience is so much more than an opportunity to be near horses. Both girls were amazed to experience a real connection with another being, and were introduced to leadership skills and body awareness concepts that are important in all facets of life. Bridgit was very easy to communicate with and very generous with her time and her knowledge of horses. Thank you, Bridgit, for really inspiring our daughters in a multitude of ways and, no doubt, for many years to come!

I came into the session curious and also nervous as I had never worked with horses before. Bridgit…read morehas a ton of knowledge about horses and coaching and helped me to feel comfortable and at ease. I loved the simplicity yet depth of each exercise and I walked away with so much insight about myself and my leadership. I was surprised by how much depth there is to working with the horses while standing or moving beside them rather than while riding them. Also, I was happy to be able to be active and comfortable despite thanks to the heat in the indoor, even though outside it was in the 20s. Thanks, Bridgit!