Visiting National Parks of Colorado

There are tons of things to do in Colorado that are really cool and you can traverse the whole state to partake in these wonderful activities. Skiing, boating, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, exploring scenic byways and rock climbing are some of the many ways to be entertained on your last minute vacation.  The Colorado National Parks have many of them ready at your beck and call! You can experience one of the more adventurous family vacations in Colorado.

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Gunnison's deep gorges are within this 31,000-acre National Park. It is a bit hazardous to enter the backcountry which requires permits to drive the roads. Eight miles east of Montrose you can access the South Rim observation points. The North Rim is accessible from Crawford and the last few miles are gravel, not asphalt. At the Gunnison Visitor Center, you can gain information on all types of activities. These include guided programs such as the Park's history, houses, geology, plants and animals. Spend a day of a last minute holiday enjoying the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and keep the kids entertained.



Rocky Mountain National Park

This Park spans much of the area from Estes Park northward to Grand Lake, the beginning of the Colorado River system. Rocky Mountain National Park is open twenty-four hours a day year round. This allows for enjoyment of summer and winter activities.

Come and walk the nature paths throughout the Park and cool off in the water as you come upon a lake. Cast your nets and catch some fish. Why not try horseback riding through this beautiful area?  Take a car for a scenic byway tour. Choose to ski on water or on snow.  Lodging can be found on site for your last minute vacation getaway. The acreage of Rocky Mountain national park extends to 265,769 acres on the Rocky's Front Range, lending us over seventy-five peaks to wander through. Your sanctuary awaits!

Mesa Verde National Park

You will find Mesa Verde National Park situated ten miles east of Cortez in southwestern Colorado. Over 4000 archaeological sites have been discovered with over 600 cliff dwellings within the Park making it one of the nation's largest archaeological preserves. Eighty square miles rise to 2,000 feet from the valley floor.

Lots to do on a last minute vacation in the Colorado National Parks and the fun doesn't stop with this list.

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