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How to Have an Adventure-Filled Road Trip Through Southern Utah and Colorado

Beginning in St. George and ending in Telluride, here's how to make the most of a weeklong road trip that travels from the sand to the snow across Southern Utah and Colorado.

The Fascinating Story Behind Wheeler Geologic Area

Tucked into a hidden valley below the crest of the La Garita Mountains, Wheeler Geologic Area is an enchanting city of volcanic rocks that surprisingly sees only fifteen visitors per day. Here's why you should visit.

What It's Like to Climb the Coors Mountain (with the Coors Brewing Team)

A story of redemption, 14,000 foot peaks, hair-raising lightning storms, and ice-cold beer.

Rolling in the Winter: A Guide to Fat Biking in Telluride and the San Juans

Fat-tire biking is exploding in popularity as a way to enjoy winter on two wheels. Here, essential intel on fat biking in Telluride.

Cold Days, Hot Springs: A Guide to San Juans Thermal Pools

An ideal antidote to chilly temps and sore muscles, hot springs are an enticing winter getaway. Here's the scoop on San Juans thermal pools.

Ski Season in Telluride: 7 Can't-Miss Adventures This Year

Ski season in Telluride is on: Make sure you fit these 7 must-do adventures onto your bucket list before the weather turns warm.

Nordic Skiing in the San Juans: What To Know

Alpine skiing gets lots of glory in Telluride, but Nordic skiing in the San Juans is a fun option for a winter workout. Here's what to know.

Desert Rides: 5 MTB Spots Around Telluride To Squash the Off-Season Blues

Stick season for dirt lovers can be tough, but it's much easier with a trip to the desert to savor these 5 great MTB spots around Telluride.

Meet Max Cooper: The Bike Guru of Telluride

Max Cooper — trail builder, crit champ, and bike coach — is changing Telluride's bike culture in impressive fashion. A look at his magic.

Fall in Telluride: 5 Adventures To Do This Autumn

Fall in Telluride is many a local's favorite time of year. Here, 5 great ways to get out and enjoy this fantastic, but fleeting, season.

Mountains to the Desert Ride 2015: What You Should Know

Spots are still open for Telluride's famous Mountains to the Desert Ride in 2015. Here's what to know before signing up or spectating.

Imogene Pass Run: Everything You Need to Know About this Famed Trail Race

In its 42nd year, the Imogene Pass Run has become so popular that it sold out in 40 minutes in 2015. Here, more key intel on the famed race.

Hilaree O’Neill: Himalayas-Bound With Skis (and Sons) in Tow

Telluride's Hilaree O'Neill is set for one of her greatest adventures yet: summiting (and skiing) 27,825-foot Himalayan peak Makalu.

Rolling in the Winter: A Guide to Fat Biking in Telluride and the San Juans

Fat-tire biking is exploding in popularity as a way to enjoy winter on two wheels. Here, essential intel on fat biking in Telluride.