Tag: White River National Forest
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Reservations opening for popular summer destinations in Colorado
Some of Colorado’s most beloved nature escapes require advanced reservations for a summer visit. Now is the time to plan — no matter the winter-looking scene currently across White River National Forest. Reservations open this month for some of the most popular areas in that national forest, considered America’s busiest. Areas include the Maroon Bells Scenic…
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‘Designated dispersed’ camping comes to another part of Colorado
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Camping rules are changing in a popular part of Colorado’s mountains. The U.S. Forest Service recently announced a shift to “designated dispersed” sites only in an area of the Homestake Valley where camping has “significantly increased” over the years, Eagle-Holy Cross District Ranger Leanne Veldhuis…
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Colorado ski resort proposes new gondola, learning area and more
Breckenridge Resort wants to revamp its popular Peak 9 area with a new gondola, a reimagined learning zone and a chairlift replacement. The U.S. Forest Service, owning the land on which the resort holds a special-use permit, recently announced the proposals as part of the agency’s mandate to seek public opinion and review environmental impacts.…
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Changes coming to Colorado’s iconic Hanging Lake Trail
Land managers have approved work aimed at “the long-term sustainability” of one of Colorado’s most renowned trails. Sustainability along Hanging Lake Trail garnered heightened concern after the 2020 Grizzly Creek fire, which burned above the popular waterfall and surrounding canyon. Cleared of vegetation, the fire introduced the corridor to flooding and rock and mud slides…
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Breckenridge opening ski season early; other opening dates ahead
Breckenridge Resort has announced an early launch to the 2022-23 ski season. Opening day is set for Wednesday, two days ahead of schedule. Skiers and riders will have 54 acres to roam on Peak 8, according to a news release. Starting at 8:30 a.m., festivities will include a DJ and waffles, ahead of a Friday…
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Aspen Snowmass season passes go on sale
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Season passes at Aspen Snowmass are now available for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts. The skiing company announced Tuesday several different pass options that range between $69 and $1,699 for chamber of commerce members, while non-chamber members will spend a little more. “The anticipation for winter really kicks in when season passes go back on sale,”…
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Christmas tree permits for White River National Forest go on sale Sunday
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save As the holiday season nears , the U.S. Forest Service announced Friday that Christmas tree cutting permits will go on sale on Sunday. Permits can be purchased online for $12.50, which includes an online fee or $10 at any of the national forest’s offices or…
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How Colorado’s 43rd state park came to be: ‘It was certainly a long shot’
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save It was the summer of 1969. It was love at first sight. From the minute she laid eyes on Sweetwater Lake in a remote pocket of northwest Colorado, 19-year-old Adrienne Brink knew she would be back. “It’s just so majestic. I can’t even explain it,”…
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How Colorado’s 43rd state park came to be: ‘It was certainly a long shot’
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save It was the summer of 1969. It was love at first sight. From the minute she laid eyes on Sweetwater Lake in a remote pocket of northwest Colorado, 19-year-old Adrienne Brink knew she would be back. “It’s just so majestic. I can’t even explain it,”…
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3 Colorado state parks fit for fall
Coloradans have their favorite pilgrimages when fall colors pop. Those golden aspens are special members of the landscape — something conservationists indeed considered in setting aside some of the 42 state parks. It’s as good a season as any to appreciate the preserves. Here are three for your consideration: Golden Gate Canyon Golden Gate Canyon…