Springtime Activities:
Boulder Farmers’ Market (Boulder). Grab a basket and head to the Boulder Farmers’ Market for some fresh Colorado grown goods. Every Saturday starting on April 4 and every Wednesday starting May 6,
local farmers, cheese makers, bakers, winemakers and flower-growers
will fill the Boulder Farmers’ Market. End the day with a picnic
alongside the creek or in Central Park.
Picnic on the Mountain (Aspen). Enjoy
a picnic while taking in the breathtaking views of Aspen’s scenic
mountains. All four ski areas – Aspen Mountain, Highlands, Buttermilk
and Snowmass, have spots with cabins and picnic tables. Grab some
friends and enjoy a day of spring skiing while munching on tasty treats
in the Colorado sunshine.
Colorado Paragliding (Golden). Experience Colorado’s natural beauty by seeing it from above. Opening on April 2,
Colorado Paragliding will offer an unforgettable experience of
unobstructed views of the Front Range, while soaring through crisp
alpine air in a tandem paraglider. Flights are $169 per person.
Redlands Mesa Golf (Grand Junction). Be
captivated by the beautiful views of the Colorado National Monument and
the lakes on the Grand Mesa as you spend a spring day golfing in Grand
Junction. Open year-round (weather permitting) and surrounded by pink
and red sandstone, The Golf Club at Redlands Mesa offers views that have
a reputation for overwhelming the senses. Rates start at $65 for 18
holes and $40 for 9 holes and include golf, cart and range balls.
Ouray Spring Multisport (Ouray). Experience
all of Ouray’s springtime offerings in one day. Enjoy cross-country
skiing, snowshoeing and mountain biking on one of the many trails Ouray
has to offer, and then head over to the Ouray Ice Park or Rotary Park
for some ice or rock climbing. After an adventurous day, relax in the
soothing Ouray Hot Springs Pool.
Reynolds Park – Eagle’s View Loop (Conifer). Hiking
is one of the best ways to experience Colorado’s springtime beauty. The
moderate, four-mile (roundtrip) Reynolds Park – Eagle’s View Loop hike
is one that offers a variety of terrain, with a winding trail through
meadow and forest leading up to Eagle’s View. The top of the hike brings
stunning views of Pikes Peak and the Continental Divide.
Rio Grande Trail (Glenwood Springs). Coast
through the mountains by bike on the paved Rio Grande Trail. The Rio
Grande Trail runs 44 miles along the winding Roaring Fork River, and
connects Glenwood Springs to Aspen. Riders are able to enjoy the scenic
trail this spring while looking for bald eagles, herds of elk and views
of Mount Sopris along the way.
Royal Gorge Rafting (Canon City). Discover
an unforgettable whitewater rafting trip through the Royal Gorge on the
Arkansas River with Arkansas River Tours. Starting mid-March, the Royal
Gorge opens its 2015 rafting season and will offer visitors tame to
wild rafting trips. From enormous rapids and beautiful scenery to riding
along with whitewater rafting professionals, the Royal Gorge has it
all. Rates start at $70 per person.
Spring Festivals and Events:
Leadville Winter Mountain Bike Races (Leadville). The Leadville Winter Mountain Bike Race Series has two springtime races; the Mineral Belt Mayhem on March 7, which is an 11-mile loop night race and the East Side Epic race onApril 18,
which is a tour of Leadville’s historic Mining District. The Winter
Mountain Bike Races are $20 per race and can be ridden on a mountain
bike or fat bike.
Collaboration Festival, March 21 (Denver). The
2015 Collaboration Fest is back for its second year and will feature
70+ unique collaborations created by Colorado Brewers Guild member
breweries in partnership with several out-of-state and international
breweries. Brewers will gather to share their experience and techniques
in creating the perfect beer. Tickets start at $50 per person.
Spring Fever, March 21- April 19 (Breckenridge). Join
Breckenridge as it ends the ski season and welcomes spring at the
month-long, 2015 Spring Fever Festival. Some signature Spring Fever
events include the Bud Light concert series, featuring bands such as Big
Bad Voodoo Daddy; the Throwback Throwdown snowboarding half pipe
competition, Breck Big Mountain Challenge, Easter festivities and more.
Wine Fest, March 27 (Ft. Collins). Taste
buds will come to life at Wine Fest by tasting different wines and
beers from around the world. This event will feature over 500 wines from
over 150 Colorado, U.S. and international wineries. Join
representatives from wineries, distributors and breweries to discover
new wines and beers, while also learning what food to pair them with.
Tickets start at $65 per person.
Rumble at 18 Road, April 17-19 (Fruita). Rumble
at 18 Road is a mountain bike and trail running event where locals have
the opportunity to race against the pros. There are three races to
choose from including trail running, short track mountain biking and
cross country mountain biking. Entry fees start at $19 per race.
Crested Butte Pole Pedal Paddle, April 26 (Crested Butte). The
Crested Butte Pole Pedal Paddle will take participants and spectators
on a tour of the Gunnison Valley transitioning between uphill/downhill
skiing, biking and finishing with kayaking. Rates start at $50 per
person.