Must-see shopping in The Rocky Mountains

  • Ute Mountaineer

    Aspen

    All the outdoor gear you need, plus maps and guidebooks to get you where you want to go. If you're interested in alpine touring (aka AT or 'uphilling')…

  • Rebecca’s Herbal Apothecary

    Boulder

    A popular herbal apothecary where herbs are sold loose, in lotions and in oils. There are aromatherapy cases of tinctures and expert herbalists to guide…

  • Nature's Own

    Boulder

    You'll be greeted by a roaring T-Rex as you walk in the door, a perfect introduction to a shop that's all about rocks and minerals. Polished stones are…

  • The Farm

    Boulder

    Though it's a bit removed from the center, first-timers to pot will appreciate the Farm’s spacious waiting area and large supply of paraphernalia and…

  • Riverwear

    Idaho

    Rent just about anything outdoor adventure related, from mountain bikes to backpacks to river rafts, wet suits and personal flotation devices. The store…

  • The Knothole

    Wyoming

    Wyoming-themed clothing and gifts fill this friendly downtown store, with anything from University of Wyoming Cowboys merchandise to copper and bucking…

  • Beat Book Shop

    Boulder

    Tom Peters is the poet proprietor of this funky pile of consistently brainy, soulful books. We’re talking more than 30 Kerouac titles, as well as classics…

  • Explore Booksellers

    Aspen

    A sweet and intimate local bookshop, the kind that must survive if humanity is to preserve its literate soul. Little alcoves are stacked with biographies,…

  • REI

    Boulder

    The Denver flagship it is not, but the Boulder branch of America’s largest and best outdoor outfitter rents sleeping bags, pads and tents, as well as…

  • Montana Honey Bee Co

    Bozeman & Gallatin Valley

    Local honeys in all their glory line the shelves here, with raw, infused, creamy and all manner of other varieties to choose from – perfect for a picnic…

  • Prana

    Boulder

    Monks chant to the patter of beats overhead as shoppers consider organic-dyed yoga outfits. All the clothes are organized by size – a nice touch – and the…

  • Zuni

    Boulder

    Opened in 1992, this family-owned business specializes in Native American jewelry and collectibles (think pottery and fetishes) from Colorado and the…

  • Glacier Outdoor Center

    Glacier National Park

    Just outside the park, about half a mile from the train station on US 2, this is the best one-stop shop for outdoor gear. It rents and sells everything…

  • Absolute Vinyl Records & Stereo

    Boulder

    Every town needs a temple to vinyl, a place where chilled-out clerks wipe down wax on Sunday afternoons while listening to classic Memphis blues. Young…

  • Pedestrian Shops

    Boulder

    Set smack dab in the middle of the Pearl Street Mall, this is where to head for the comfortable kinds of footwear that are staples in earthy Bouldertown…

  • The Trail Head

    Montana

    Certainly the region's most comprehensive independently owned outdoor shop, Trail Head also has one of the widest selection of rental gear we've seen…

  • Second Story Books

    Wyoming

    Hidden away on the 1st floor, and connected by a small passage to Night Heron Books & Coffeehouse next door, this fine bookstore has carefully chosen…

  • Savory Spice Shop

    Boulder

    Extremely popular, this growing regional chain is the place to search for a small-batch habanero hot sauce or to alchemize your own spice rub for your…

  • Jackalope & Co

    Boulder

    No question, Pearl St has its fair share of kitschy souvenir shops but Jackalope has the best variety – you'll find everything from T-shirts and hats to…

  • Cry Baby Ranch

    Denver

    Peeking at the price tags of boots hand-tooled with skull and crossbones, it’s quickly evident that this store is not for your workaday cowpoke, but the…

  • Bear Aware

    Yellowstone National Park

    Rent bear-spray canisters ($50 deposit) from this booth outside Canyon Visitor Education Center and return them at one of the five Sinclair gas stations…

  • Moosely Mountaineering

    Grand Teton National Park

    This sister store to Jackson's Skinny Skis sells outdoor clothing and equipment and is useful for rentals of mountaineering equipment, including ice axes,…

  • Sturtevants

    Idaho

    They have been renting and selling skis here since 1948, and are considered one of the valley's most reliable operators. They even offer a free customer…

  • Smith Klein Gallery

    Boulder

    Locally owned since 1984, this conservative-to-quirky gallery is worth a peek for some interesting paintings and the glass, bronze and wood sculptures (we…

  • Meow Meow

    Boulder

    Having pioneered the concept of 'upcycling,' this is the place for unique gifts, art, jewelry and clothes made from reused materials. It has a great local…

  • Kemosabe

    Aspen

    The sister to Vail’s cowboy apparel depot, Kemosabe vends the same handmade boots and Stetson hats – steam-shaped to please. Expect friendly faces, a…

  • Posterscene

    Boulder

    Iconic images and original show posters from Janis Joplin, Dylan and the Dead make this a rock memorabilia paradise. But it isn’t limited to high-end…

  • Brown & Gold Outlet

    Wyoming

    You'll need a vehicle to get out here, but it's worth it for the range of merchandise (hoodies, T-shirts, caps) with dedicated to the Wyoming Cowboys…

  • Silver Stem

    Colorado

    Right in the middle of town, Silver Stem is a tiny but popular dispensary – some customers even drive up from Boulder for the quality weed and chill…

  • Goorin Brothers

    Denver

    A stylish fedora will put a little bounce in your step while strutting through the ritzy Latimer Sq district. This San Francisco–based source of hip,…

  • Sportman & Ski Haus

    Montana

    Anchoring one end of a tired strip mall just south of central Whiteifsh, this warehouse-sized store offers good prices on outdoor gear and discounts on…

  • Glacier National Park Conservancy

    Glacier National Park

    A cozy bookstore and gift shop in the historic West Glacier train station, run by the official fundraising partner of Glacier National Park. Open year…

  • Albums on the Hill

    Boulder

    For the best vinyl in town, cool posters and info on the best local acts, take a stop at this iconic record store that's been around for over three…

  • Sunti World Art Gallery

    Montana

    Considering its location in a former Methodist Church, this is an especially surprising eclectic and international collection of paintings and sculptures.

  • Country Bookshelf

    Bozeman & Gallatin Valley

    This is Montana's largest independent bookstore with an excellent selection across all genres, including plenty of Montana-centric titles.

  • Shakespeare & Co

    Montana

    Fabulous independent bookstore just across the bridge from downtown. We could spend hours in this shop, and have never left empty-handed.

  • Vargo's Jazz City & Books

    Bozeman & Gallatin Valley

    Crowded but incredibly well stocked, this music-and-book store covers both new and secondhand books, as well as plenty of jazz.

  • EVOO Marketplace

    Denver

    This specialty shop sells to-die-for extra-virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars from across the US and around the world.

  • Timber Trails

    Montana

    This tiny outdoor shop packs in just about anything you might have forgotten or broken. Also rents and repairs bicycles.

  • Fact & Fiction

    Montana

    This excellent downtown bookstore has a full range of books, including plenty with a Montana theme.

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