Denver, the capital of Colorado, is an American metropolis dating to the Old West era. Larimer Square, the city’s oldest block, features landmark 19th-century buildings. Museums include the Denver Art Museum, an ultramodern complex known for its collection of indigenous works, and the mansion of famed Titanic survivor Molly Brown. Denver is also a jumping-off point for Colorado winter family activities, ski resorts and snowboarding in the nearby Rocky Mountains.

Estes Park is a perfect winter activity and ski resort town in northern Colorado. It's known as a base for the Rocky Mountain National Park, home to wildlife including elk and bears, plus miles of trails. The park's Trail Ridge Road winds past craggy peaks, forests, and tundra. Nearby are the wilderness areas of Roosevelt National Forest. The Estes Park Aerial Tramway connects the town to the summit of Prospect Mountain for views over the valley

Crested Butte is a great winter activity town in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Downhill ski, snowboarding and mountain-bike trails crisscross the slopes of Crested Butte Mountain Resort. There are Nordic ski routes around and other winter family activities around Crested Butte. The West Elk Loop Scenic and Historic Byway takes in wilderness areas like Kebler Pass, to the west, known for colorful Quaking aspen trees in fall. Shops and restaurants in wooden buildings line downtown’s Elk Avenue.

 It is with great pride that we invite you to share Steamboat’s spectacular scenery with majestic mountains, rushing streams, alpine lakes, wildflowers in vivid colors, and sky so blue it appears retouched. And that doesn’t include winter family activities, skiing, and snowboarding in Steamboat Springs. Steamboat is a quaint mountain town that has remained true to its Western heritage, with a perfect match between outdoor recreation and a thriving ranching community. Steamboat is known for its legendary Champagne Powder snow, incredible tree skiing, and top-notch children’s programs and winter family activities. Consistently ranked in Ski and Skiing’s Annual Resort Guides, Steamboat is one of the best skiing and winter mountain activities destinations in the U.S.