Want to roam incredible National Parks or luxuriate at a posh resort? Ride the rails or ride the range? Explore quaint small towns or booming big cities? Ski the slopes or browse in the shops? Whether you want urbane luxury, back-country adventure, or something in-between, you’ll find it between the pages of this friendly guide that gives you the scoop on: Rock climbing, whitewater rafting, trout fishing, mountain biking, skiing, and golfing The Natural Wonders and wide range of environments The breweries and their signature brews Local delicacies such as buffalo, rattlesnake, and Rocky Mountain oysters 3 great itinerary options Like every For Dummies travel guide, Colorado & the Rockies For Dummies includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss—and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages

From spectacular ski mountains to eerie ghost towns, roaring rivers to heavenly hot springs, Colorado and its majestic Rocky Mountains offer incredible scenery and a fantastic range of recreational options to plunge into it headfirst. No matter what your season and reason for a trip to Colorado might be—extreme snowboarding off-piste in Aspen or hiking with the whole family in Rocky Mountain National Park—you’ll find all the guidance you need with this friendly travel companion, including: Tips on what’s happening in Colorado in each season and each month of the year A candid discussion of your lodging options, from B&B to historic hotel, dude ranches to campgrounds Suggestions for trips based in the cities—and quick, easy ways to branch out to take in the natural wonders surrounding them Fast facts on all the major ski resorts, including elevation, skiable terrain, snowfall, and reservation information Information on how to get the most of the great outdoors in every locale, from hiking and biking to cross-country and downhill skiing Hints on getting maximum bang for your buck in the shops, restaurants, bars, and clubs Ten signature, can’t-go-wrong Colorado experiences Like every For Dummies travel guide, Colorado & the Rockies For Dummies includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn’t miss — and what you can skip The best restaurants and hotels for every budget Lots of detailed maps

* Includes maps, drawings, and historic photos-some never before published * The only complete history of exploring and climbing Colorado's mountains Colorado has some of the highest and most spectacular peaks in North America, and no other state has a longer or more bountiful mountaineering legacy. In this long-awaited revised edition of what has become a mountaineering classic, mountaineer and historian William M. Bueler brings this rich history to life with tales of great adventures in Colorado climbing. Combining solid research and entertaining prose, Roof of the Rockies tells the complete story of 200 years of mountaineering in Colorado, from early 19th century explorations and discoveries to the challenges and triumphs of the present Colorado mountianeering. Fascinating accounts include: the discovery by Pike of his Great Peak, the one-armed major who scaled unclimbable summits, the tragedy of Agnes Vaille, the conquering of the Diamond, and much more. This new edition has been completely revised and is beautifully illustrated with artist's drawings, informative maps, and dozens of vintage photographs.

Climbing and Skiing Colorado’s Mountains is a select guidebook to 50 of the most classic, aesthetic, and iconic backcountry ski descents in the state of Colorado. The book provides accurate information to backcountry skiers and snowboarders, including overviews, maps, photos, and route descriptions for each of the selected 50 descents, while at the same time spurring the reader on to investigate peaks and areas outside of those featured in the book. Unlike other guidebooks, Climbing and Skiing Colorado's Mountains focus on peaks of all elevations located in all ranges throughout the state, including many 13ers and 14ers but also some smaller, more accessible peaks, representing a comprehensive mix of some of the best backcountry skiing Colorado has to offer.

Colorado Rockies 101 is required reading for every Rockies fan! From the "Blake Street Bombers" to the 2007 National League championship, you'll share all the memories with the next generation. Enjoy all the traditions of your favorite team, learn the basics about playing baseball and share your passion for America's pastime!