Colorado & the Rockies For Dummies (Dummies Travel)

From spectacular ski mountains to eerie ghost towns, roaring rivers to heavenly hot springs, Colorado and its majestic Rocky Mountains offer incredible scenery and a fantastic range of recreational options to plunge into it headfirst. No matter what your season and reason for a trip to Colorado might be extreme snowboarding off-piste in Aspen or hiking with the whole family in Rocky Mountain National Park you'll find all the guidance you need with this friendly travel companion, including: tips on what's happening in Colorado in each season and each month of the year; a candid discussion of your lodging options, from B&B to historic hotel, dude ranches to campgrounds; suggestions for trips based in the cities and quick, easy ways to branch out to take in the natural wonders surrounding them; fast facts on all the major ski resorts, including elevation, skiable terrain, snowfall, and reservation information; information on how to get the most of the great outdoors in every locale, from hiking and biking to cross-country and downhill skiing; hints on getting maximum bang for your buck in the shops, restaurants, bars, and clubs; and ten signature, can't-go-wrong Colorado experiences. Like every "For Dummies" travel guide, "Colorado & the Rockies For Dummies" includes: down-to-earth trip-planning advice; what you shouldn't miss and what you can skip; the best restaurants and hotels for every budget; and lots of detailed maps.