12 Enchanting Spots In Colorado Many Never Knew Existed
When you think of the word enchanting, it’s possible that visions of fairytales, spells, and perhaps something whimsical come to mind. Personally, I think of Colorado and its magical charm. Our state is positively brimming with beautiful scenery and seemingly undiscovered attractions. Today’s article offers a list of the most magical and lesser-known places in Colorado. Even if you’ve lived in the Centennial State for your entire life, you may not have realized that these places existed.
It seems only fitting that our list of the lesser-known places in Colorado begins at Blue Lakes. The vibrant blues of the water and greens of the trees may look like something out of a gorgeous watercolor painting, but they are indeed real life! Visit this hidden San Juan Mountain gem to experience it for yourself.
This small mountain town really lives up to its name. From the boardwalk to the various shops and restaurants to the lake itself, Grand Lake is the poster child for a peaceful retreat.
How did a small plains town wind up with such a unique and colorful treasure? You decide as you hike the winding trails and explore its diverse ecological system.
As far as I'm concerned, the nearly 1,500 people who call Crested Butte "home" are the luckiest people on earth! In the spring/summer/fall, Crested Butte is surrounded by lively greens, blues, and reds from the mountains and trees; and in the winter, it looks like a picture-perfect town you'd find in a snow globe.
The last thing you'd expect to find in the mountain and plains state of Colorado are heaping piles of sand... but guess what? We got 'em and they're spectacular!
Boarding a train to get from point a to point b is a thing of the past... and that's really too bad. However, in the Western Slope town of Durango, riding the historic Durango & Silverton Railroad is the norm (as is exploring unique jewels such as Mesa Verde, Chimney Rock, and the Four Corners)!
This picture is entitled, "Just Epic" -- and we couldn't agree more! As someone who grew up on the eastern plains, I can also vouch for their unbelievable sunsets and nighttime skies.
Sitting in the "only naturally-occurring, acoustically perfect amphitheatre in the world" + rocking out to your favorite band + enjoying this nighttime view of the Mile High City = the very definition of "enchanting."
This National Monument not only houses (more than 800) paleontological sites and fossils, but incredible rocks formations and landscapes as well.
Which of these lesser-known places in Colorado do you find to be the most enchanting? Be sure to share your thoughts with us in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you!
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