Hey Reader! Fall is here, and the first hints of color are showing in the high country. Colorado’s peak hasn’t hit yet, but it’s expected earlier than usual this year—so now’s the time to start watching your favorite spots and planning your leaf-peeping road trip. 🍁 Colorado: The northern part of the state turns first, and a few trees in Rocky Mountain National Park are already changing. Peak is still a ways off, but lower elevations will follow in the next couple of weeks. Here's your...

Hey Reader! If you haven't noticed by now, I'm a sucker for a turquoise lake hike—but it's even better when it's surrounded by colorful mountains. That’s exactly what you get at Lake Chihuahua, an underrated yet stunning alpine lake tucked away in Colorado’s high country, less than 2 hours from Denver. I didn’t include it in my “Best Turquoise Lakes” previous roundup—not because it didn’t earn a spot, but because it amazed me so much that I felt deserved its own feature. This trail has: ✅...

Hey Reader! Hope your 4th of July weekend was as awesome as a perfect summit view! Summer’s just getting started, and it’s definitely not too late to plan those hiking trips — even if you haven't snagged any permits yet. Exciting news to share! I’m officially opening up my calendar this July for something I’ve tested and loved in the past: 30-minute trip planning consultations. These are quick, no-fuss, one-on-one calls designed to give you personalized, expert advice on your hiking or...