In Colorado, Mother Nature always brings her A game; even when she grows cold and icy, she continues offering many outdoor activities for enthusiasts. You have plenty to choose from if you’re looking for something to do during shorter days and cooler weather. Consider gearing up for the following:
Skiing
Coloradans and out-of-staters alike flock to the Rockies for ski season. With around 32 ski resorts (depending on the time of year and snowpack), it’s easy to find thrills among the hills. Whether you’re a novice looking for a bunny slope or a daredevil in search of a mountain as vertical as possible, the Centennial State won’t disappoint.
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is among the most convenient wintertime activities because it can be done anywhere. From serious snowshoers headed to Summit County to casual participants strolling the neighborhood after a blizzard, snowshoeing attracts people from all walks of life.
Tubing
Like snowshoeing, tubing can be done anywhere (the only things required are a tube/sled, snow, and a hill). While the local cold spot makes an ideal after-school meetup, you can take your tubing game to more exciting levels by venturing into the mountains. The Frisco Tubing Hill, for example, is well known for its stomach drops and frosty fun.
Ice Skating, Ice Fishing, and Ice Hockey
Ice ice, baby! The frozen lakes of Colorado translate into frozen adventures, offering outdoor lovers the chance to ice fish, ice skate, or play ice hockey. Of course, you must use caution and heed the warnings (and your sense) when ice is potentially too thin. With so many sunny winter days, it can be hard to find a lake frozen enough to bear weight along the Front Range; you might have better luck at higher elevations among the more frigid temps.
Netflixing
Netflixing is technically not an outdoor activity, but it makes the list because not everyone in Colorado loves to bundle up and brave sub-30 weather. For those who think the great outdoors is just so-so, those recovering from the flu, and those simply looking for a little cozy me-time, Netflixing (or, really, any streaming platform) makes a wonderful winter escape. Curl up with a good show and avoid icy roads, frostbite, and running out of windshield wiper fluid at the most inopportune time.
Colorado is a winter wonderland with tons to do and experience. This list offers some of our state’s most popular activities, but it’s only the beginning. When it comes to enjoying cold weather months, the sky - and the efficiency of your outdoor jacket - are the limit!
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