A-Journal
Stories, News and Beta From Our Mountain Hotel
We embrace every aspect of being a mountain hotel from stories by the campfire to early morning walks in the pines. We want you to make the most of your stay here with us and as part of that we have create a journal covering everything from lifestyle to sports to culture and more in and around Boulder, Colorado. We hope you enjoy.
Halloween Hikes: The Spookiest Trails in America
There’s nothing like a scary story or creepy folklore to add some extra spirit to your hike. And there’s no better season than fall—the time for haunts and haints—to point your hiking boots in the direction of the spooky trails across the United States. The these hikes all feature some
23 Must-Visit American Cities for Outdoor Adventure Travel
So much to do, so little time. From the rolling mountains of the Southeast, to the jagged peaks of the West, to the river canyons, waterfalls, and old-growth forests of the Pacific Coast, the Continental United States is home to a lifetime's worth of places to visit and things to
5 Best Hikes for Someone Relocating to Colorado
It’s no secret that Coloradans love the outdoors, and it's pretty obvious why. Look at this place; it's gorgeous! From canyons to mountains to waterfalls, Colorado has it all. It's no wonder that so many people move here from all over the country, and truth be told, that's one of
Clear Creek Canyon Rock Climbing
Intro Clear Creek Canyon in Golden is about 40 minutes from Boulder. As a sibling to Boulder Canyon, the rock climbing here is less established but offers a bit more variety in terms of rock -- gneiss, schist and sandy granite are all present, most of it relatively solid. Because
7 Reasons Why You Should Choose Colorado for Grad School
Choosing a university or college graduate program is a big decision—there are tons of options out there, and every one of them is going to have pros and cons. Add in the extensive application process and then waiting to hear whether or not you’ve been selected. While it’s important to
The 20 Best Day Hikes in Colorado
These are the kind of articles that keep me up at night. Whittling down a list of Colorado’s best day hikes to a mere twenty is a daunting task. There are literally hundreds of hikes that would fit the bill, and none of them would be wrong. If that comes
Insider’s Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park
An Insider's Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park: Unveiling Nature's Majesty All Year Round Rocky Mountain National Park, a sprawling wilderness of towering peaks, alpine meadows, and crystal-clear lakes, beckons adventurers year-round. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a thrill-seeker, or someone seeking tranquility, the park offers an abundance of experiences.
A Guide to Dispersed Camping in the Mountain West
A loud bugling throws my eyes open. I’m curled up in the back of my car, zipped tight into my sleeping bag. The windows have frosted over a little bit in the cold. The night before, I’d sped south from Yellowstone in search of some place to sleep before heading
How to Ski Eldora Mountain Resort: Insider Tips for the Local Hill
Just minutes up the hill from Boulder, and a mere hour-plus drive from downtown Denver, lies the lesser-known ski “resort” of Eldora. Famed for its less expensive lift tickets and “Just Say No to I-70” slogan—which encourages people to avoid the crowds and traffic at bigger, more popular resorts along the I-70
Hessie Trail – Snowshoeing
Intro Though it can get a little crowded on winter weekends, the Hessie Trailhead out of the tiny town of Eldora is worth a visit. Only about an hour from Boulder, this snowshoe-friendly trail features a 1.5 mile route to Lost Lake, a scenic destination that is easier to find
We love to share the outdoors with our guests at our little mountain hotel and as part of that we maintain a robust outdoor journal. We cover everything from how to make the perfect camp breakfast to the insiders guide to skiing our local ski resort. For more on our local community check out Visit Boulder for nightlife, dining and more.
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We love to share the outdoors with our guests at our little mountain hotel and as part of that we maintain a robust outdoor journal. We cover everything from how to make the perfect camp breakfast to the insiders guide to skiing our local ski resort.
