The Great Outdoors

Experience nature every day

Urban to mountain in minutes. No flight required.

Living the Colorado lifestyle means unending opportunities to enjoy nature, even in the urban core. But when you do want to get out of the city and go for an adventure, the mountains and countless other amazing destinations are just a drive away.

Maroon Bells, Colorado

Something for everyone

World-class experiences

Living in Colorado means 365 days a year of experiencing all that nature has to offer. Whether you escape to the Rocky Mountains to hit the slopes or head to your nearest park for a morning run, Colorado delivers something unique in every season. We have legendary venues like Red Rocks Amphitheater, some of the best ski resorts in the world, 58 14’ers to climb, and much more.

Red Rocks Amphitheater

Skiers in Breckenridge, Colorado

White water rafters in Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Apres ski in Vail, Colorado

Grand Junction, Colorado

Mount Sneffels Wilderness, Telluride, Colorado

Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado

Snowshoeing in Mount Sneffels Wilderness, Telluride, Colorado

Fall gondola ride in Vail, Colorado

Live outside

A climate to envy

Colorado’s 300 day of sunshine and temperate seasons set us apart. Low-humidity keep us outside all summer unlike most of the east coast. We get enough snow to keep us on the slopes but not trapped inside all winter unlike the Midwest. And we have four distinct seasons that create an ever-changing environment to enjoy unlike areas of the west coast.

Upper deck happy hour, photo courtesy of the Stanley Marketplace

Adventure at home

Aurora is the perfect mix of urban and natural

Aurora’s many outdoor assets allow residents to experience nature right at home. From hiking, golfing, boating, horseback riding, pladdleboarding, and many other activities, there’s no need to go far to find ways to take in some sunshine.

Climbing wall in Aurora, photo courtesy of Visit Aurora

113

Parks in Aurora

98

Miles of trails in Aurora

8,000+

Acres of open space in Aurora

10

Aurora golf courses and reservoirs