Glacier National Park
On the northeastern shore of the lake, this rustic lodge, first built in 1895 as the Glacier Hotel, is the park’s oldest hotel. Replaced by a newer Swiss…
Must-see attractions in The Rocky Mountains
Aspen
This art museum's striking building features a warm, lattice-like exterior designed by Pritzker Prize–winner Shigeru Ban and contains three floors of…
Montana
When Gil Mangels was a soldier on foreign soil, he became acutely aware of how America's freedom allowed for so much innovation and creativity – and he's…
Denver
Affording views of downtown Denver and the Rockies, this spacious, hilly patch of green has bike paths, benches and plenty of people-watching. A lyrical…
Glacier National Park
This LEED–certified center with a large parking lot and free wi-fi signal is 1½ miles north of West Glacier at the west end of Going-to-the-Sun Rd. Catch…
Colorado
South of Denver, just west of Chatfield Reservoir, this pretty canyon has an easy 6.5-mile trail to the Strontia Springs Dam. From there, the Colorado…
Boulder
When you’re this far from the ocean, this is where folks come to suntan, swim and play in the water. There's a big sandy beach, lifeguards and a well…
Montana
The visitor center on this active base for the heroic men and women who parachute into forests to combat raging wildfires has thought-provoking displays…
Boulder
Don't be fooled by the tired lobby with its '80s-era displays: Fiske has one of the hottest projection and sound systems around, making for spectacular…
Idaho
This museum and information center packs a lot of knowledge into a small space. Exhibits on the culture, heritage, food, geology and recreational…
Grand Teton National Park
One of the most famous scenic spots in Grand Teton National Park for wildlife-watching is Oxbow Bend, with the reflection of Mt Moran as a stunning…
Colorado
Golden's History Center provides a timeline, albeit zigzagging, of the city's growth and citizens. Rotating exhibits showcase the 15,000 artifacts in the…
Boulder
This trailhead and parking area is just below the summit of Flagstaff Mountain (7283ft) and a short drive from downtown Boulder. The views over Boulder…
Earthquake Lake Visitor Center
Montana
The best way to get to grips with the enormity of the Hebgen earthquake, the largest ever to hit the Rockies, is to visit this center, at the end of Quake…
Boulder
The MOB history museum offers modern, interactive exhibits on all things Boulder-esque, from prehistoric geology and early Native Americans, to marijuana…
Denver
This small museum in the heart of the Santa Fe Arts District has innovative exhibits by Latin American and Latino artists. Shows range from rare…
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
Boulder
A historic brick house with three galleries of evocative modern art. Mixed-media exhibits can include such whimsy as neon installations and life-sized…
Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall
Montana
Helena was born with the discovery of gold in 1864 along the creek that is now Last Chance Gulch road. The pedestrian-only mall weaves between the…
Glacier National Park
Located 2000ft below the iconic Garden Wall, the glistening Weeping Wall creates a seasonal waterfall that was formed when Going-to-the-Sun Rd…
American Computer & Robotics Museum
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
If you have even one bit of computer geek in you (and caught the pun), visit this eclectic collection of artifacts covering landmarks in computer…
Boulder
There are four indoor exhibit halls and acres of outdoor gardens here. Fluttering with over 1600 butterflies from all the rainforests of the world – not…
Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art
Denver
A fascinating museum, Kirkland showcases the beauty of decorative art – furnishings and decor – from every major design period from 1875 to 1990. It's…
Yellowstone National Park
Just past pretty Silex Spring, Fountain Paint Pot is a huge bowl of plopping goop that ranks as one of the biggest in the park. The action is sloppiest in…
Menor's Ferry Historic District
Grand Teton National Park
In 1892, entrepreneurial Ohioan Bill Menor took advantage of this narrow channel in the Snake River and established a homestead, ferry and general store…
Colorado
In the center of town, this 1910 carousel is a highlight for kids (and some grown-ups too!). A labor of love (and 26 years), the vintage frame and…
Yellowstone National Park
A fairly subdued geothermal area near Fishing Bridge, Mud Volcano still delights with the huffing, steaming maw of Dragon's Mouth Spring and the spectacle…
Yellowstone Heritage & Research Center
Montana
The park’s abundant archives (over five million items and growing) are a fantastic resource on the park. Drop-in visitors can peruse the temporary…
Wyoming
Dedicated to one of the most distinctive wildlife species in the American West, this visitor center is a fascinating and informative introduction to the…
Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs’ municipal museum is set in the old El Paso County Courthouse, built in 1903. The collection and exhibition of some 60,000 pieces sums up…
Denver
This wonderful sculpture by Donald Lipski sits outside the Denver Public Library, where it was installed in 1998 after spending a year in New York City’s…
Boulder
A pleasant park along the south banks of Boulder Creek with plenty of grassy areas for picnicking and playing. It's a popular starting point for tubers…
Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center
Colorado
This small nature center provides information about local trails as well as flora and fauna, mostly geared toward families. Workshops are offered year…
Wyoming
Devoted to the myths and legends that surround the pioneer white fur trappers who came to these parts in the 1820s, this engaging Pinedale museum is an…
Glacier National Park
This sharp hairpin bend acts as a popular trailhead for hikers descending from the Granite Park Chalet and the Highline Trail. Consequently, it’s normally…
Boulder
Bursts of water spring from the ground, sending kids squealing around in circles at this public fountain on Pearl Street Mall. It’s a great place to bring…
Denver
A co-op of local artists, DAS has ever-changing exhibits in its cavernous gallery. The basement houses dozens of open studios, where visitors can watch…
Boise
After a multi-year renovation, which brought this museum back to life, traditional exhibits now share space with multimedia installations for a…
Denver
Robin Rule, whose name is lent to this clean space, has been a matron of Denver’s experimental and contemporary art scene since the late 1980s. Usually…
Yellowstone National Park
The first of the North Rim viewpoints leads down a steep 0.75-mile trail, descending 600ft for exciting close-up views of the tumbling white water as the…
Colorado Springs
This beautiful reserve overlooking Colorado Springs and the Rockies beyond is strewn with distinctive rock formations dating to the Eocene period. Walking…
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