Found 3 blog entries tagged as fall foliage.

Take Advantage of Favorite Fall Activities in the Mountains of Grand County!

When cool, crisp days start to replace the heat of summer, we know winter is just around the corner. And as excited as we are for the snowy season and the lifts to start turning, fall in Grand County is truly one of our favorite times of year. Smoke drifts out of chimneys, frosty green grass greets us in the mornings, snow settles on the tops of peaks, and aspens burst with vibrant gold, orange, and red. Life seems to slow down a little, making space to take advantage of outdoor adventure in cooler temps and soak in all the fall color. So that you can truly get the most out of this beautiful time of year, we've put together ten of the best ways to experience autumn here in…

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Soak in the Color on Our Go-to Fall Hikes & Rides!

Fall in Winter Park, Colorado
When we see the first golden yellow leaves of the season, we can't help but get excited. Though the transformation can feel fleeting, we do our best to take full advantage of enjoying the colors that seem to burst across the valley each September. We've put together a few of our favorite spots to get out and enjoy the fall foliage. 

JIM CREEK HIKE

Just across from the entrance to Winter Park Resort, the Jim Creek Trail is a top pick for leaf peeping in Grand County. The bottom section of the hike can actually be a hike in and of itself--the Discovery Loop Trail is wide, relatively flat, and well-maintained, complete with a boardwalk that can accommodate strollers and wheelchairs. It's a great…

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A Fall Favorite: Enjoy the Call of the Elk at Rocky Mountain National Park 

Rocky Mountain National Park

As the air cools off and the leaves burst with color, there's a certain magic in the air. Adding to the beauty of the season and our natural surroundings is the opportunity to experience wildlife in a unique way--one that only comes around once a year. From mid-September through mid-October (and sometimes even into November), elk gather in groups of tens and even hundreds in Grand County's corner of Rocky Mountain National Park. Against the breathtaking backdrop of vibrant golden leaves and mountain peaks, bull bugles are abundant during this elk mating season. We think "listening to an elk bugle" should be a serious contender for your personal bucket list!

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