Guide to Mountain Towns

Finding The Best Mountain Vacations

Start your outdoor adventures in the foothills of America’s majestic mountain ranges. Discover our comprehensive guides to mountain towns, expanding your knowledge of each location to enrich your mountain vacations.

If you are planning an outdoors-centric adventure, we’ve done the research for you — unearthing the best mountain towns for families and seasoned solo adventurers. Explore these pages for suggestions on where to ski hidden slopes, hike high-altitude trails, climb challenging peaks, bike rugged terrain, and camp surrounded by picturesque scenery.

Plus, we’ll fill you in on locals’ and insiders’ tips on popular and secret finds for lodging, dining, off-the-beaten-path exploration, and advice on where to visit next.

Regardless of which mountain towns you visit, comfort and preparedness will enhance your experience.

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Where to Go in Colorado

The Centennial State has no shortage of open-air activities, from hiking the Great Plains in the east to climbing Black Canyon in the Western Slope. Here are some of our recommended destinations to visit first.

Our Favorite Places To Visit

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Breckenridge

Colorado

Trail running and skiing are two of the numerous activities visitors and locals enjoy in Breckenridge. Located in the Colorado Rocky Mountain’s Tenmile Range, this mountain town is where visitors attend a wide range of festivals featuring beer, bluegrass, wine, and an overall good time.

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Aspen

Colorado

The Centennial State has no shortage of open-air activities, from hiking the Great Plains in the east to climbing Black Canyon in the Western Slope. Here are three destinations to visit first.

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Telluride

Colorado

This small town caters to various adventurers, from hikers and mountaineers to avid bikers and skiers. The active town, surrounded by the snow-capped San Juan Mountains, is also home to a world-famous international film festival.

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