The One Spring Festival In Colorado That's Worthy Of Your Bucket List Every Year
Annie
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Spring is one of the most vibrant times of year in Colorado, so it only makes sense that we have a festival to match the weather! That said, there is one Colorado spring festival, in particular, that we cannot get enough of, which is the colorful Denver Arts Festival! If you haven’t yet been, I urge you to go this year.
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Have you been to the Denver Arts Festival in past years? Do you have a favorite event (or festival), attraction, or restaurant that you would like to see featured here on Only in Colorado? Tell us about it via our nomination form! To discover even more of our favorite Only in Colorado festivals and events, be sure to check out one (or all) of these 11 Best Small-Town Colorado Festivals You’ve Never Heard Of.
Planning on attending any spring festivals in Colorado this year? As many of them are outdoors, make sure to apply sunscreen and wear a hat to protect yourself from the sun.
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Spring In Colorado
What are some of the best spring hikes in Colorado?
Colorado is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts including hikers! Check out the following hiking trails that are perfect to tackle in the spring:
- For pristine views of a lake in the Rocky Mountains, take the Nymph Lake Trail which takes you to a few lakes, namely Nymph Lake, Emerald Lake, and Dream Lake. The trail is approximately 5 miles long and is scenic the entire way,
- The Colorado River Trail in Grand Lake is a 7.3-mile trek along the Colorado River, through the forest, and to the ruins of an old mining town. History and nature in one hike? Sign me up!
What are some other things to do in spring in Colorado?
Aside from the Denver Arts Festival and venturing out on an epic hike, here are some other fun events and things to do in Colorado in spring:
- Take a picnic: Great for families and an even better idea for a romantic date, grab a picnic basket and blanket, and head out to a local park. Some fantastic picnicking spots included the John Denver Sanctuary in Aspen and the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater in Morrison.
- Check out some of the massive wildflower blooms and fields in Colorado like the ones at West Maroon Pass in Belleview Mountain and Herman Gulch in Dillon.
- Visit a botanical garden. No place welcomes in the spring season better than a botanical garden. You can check out Denver Botanic Gardens or the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens this spring.
Take a look at more things to do in Colorado in spring.