Ready to hit the road, feel the curves of a highway, and experience the great wide open? Colorado has room to roam, and it won’t take long for you to lose yourself on any of their cherished byways.

You'll learn that the "great outdoors" takes on a whole new meaning in Colorado. With amazingly diverse terrain and four distinct seasons offering their own set of exciting activities, Colorado continually challenges and inspires. Whether you're a weekend warrior or extreme adventurer, you'll find the call of Mother Nature too strong to resist. And with so much to do, why would you want to? Outdoor recreation comes in all forms in Colorado: fishing, golfing, ballooning, skiing, rock climbing, mountain biking, backpacking, snowmobiling, camping, horseback riding, whitewater rafting; the list goes on and on.

Colorado's attractions are as diverse as its landscape. Amusement parks, zoos and sightseeing trains guarantee fun for the younger set, while the state's homegrown wineries and breweries present tempting adult diversions. Ghost towns, archaeological sites and monuments offer the promise of discovery to history and heritage buffs while modern art museums and a lively theater scene satisfy the arts and culture clique. Relaxing hot springs and dramatic canyons and waterfalls beckon the outdoor enthusiast with adventures both mild and wild, while Colorado's exciting casinos offer action of an entirely different variety.

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