Underrated Hidden Gems in Colorado According to Locals

These underrated, hidden gems in Colorado are just waiting to be explored! I’ve got a massive lineup of helpful resources for you to make the most out of your visit, so let’s dive right in! ✨References for resources from the video:✨ I no longer give away any GPS coordintes for secret spots (that was a promo for when my vids were new). However, you can learn to find amazing, free campsites with this no-brainer, low-cost course to finding incredible camping near national parks: https://bit.ly/4mYnNim Purchase Your America the Beautiful Annual Parks Pass and enter the Colorado National Monument at no charge (affiliate link): https://bit.ly/nationalparkspass2024 Use this map to discover amazing hikes and backpacking routes in the Eagle’s Nest Wilderness: ✨ Safety and visiting responsibly ✨ Remember, it’s always important to visit the outdoors with respect. Leave the area better than you found it. Pack out all of your trash (including dog poo - carry that with you!) and stay on marked trails. Gotta do my due diligence here, but hiking in Colorado is dangerous if you’re not armed with a few quick safety tips. Thunderstorms plague the mountains every afternoon in summer and lightning strikes can kill hikers. Be below treeline (where the trees grow) by 11 am to avoid dangers. Always pack plenty of layers. Higher altitudes can bring freezing temps ANY time of year. For more safety info, check out these resources: Practice Leave No Trace: https://bit.ly/leaveitbetterthanufoundit Hiking Safely in Colorado: https://bit.ly/cohikingtips ✨Follow me… ✨ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Aforestfox/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@foxintheforestblog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megintheforest/ ✨ Additional Resources ✨ Top Colorado National Monument Hikes: https://bit.ly/4bl1AFj Awesome Spots at Black Canyon of the Gunnison: https://bit.ly/3WNKfQY ✨Additional 2-Minute Outdoor Tours ✨ Stunning Vail Hikes: https://youtu.be/kaXqjrXnU-Y?si=SxjeScMUOYfCIv_z ✨My favorite gear: ✨ OR Astroman Sun Hoodie: https://alnk.to/fSiBG9O Skratch Labs Hydration Electrolyte powder: https://amzn.to/3FIFQZn REI Flash 22 Hiking Pack: https://rei.pxf.io/JKvVaq REI Cork-Grip Hiking Poles: https://rei.pxf.io/POvVZe Freshette Pee Funnel: https://rei.pxf.io/e15EGO Kula Cloth Pee Rag: https://alnk.to/5Q7pLD5 Garmin inReach Mini: https://rei.pxf.io/JKvV0q Gerber Dime Multi-Tool: https://rei.pxf.io/zx5b3r Duece of Spades Toilet Trowel: https://alnk.to/2Qyx6dv Nitecore NU25 400 Lumen Rechargeable Headlamp: https://alnk.to/bEkq8CG SOL emergency bivvy sack: https://rei.pxf.io/7a9Oq3 More incredible gear I love: https://www.amazon.com/shop/megintheforest NOTE These are affiliate links. Meaning I get a small kickback from every purchase, no matter the purchase, at no additional cost to you. This is a small way you can show support for my channel and it means a lot, so thank you! #coloradotravel #coloradoadventure #colorado #coloradomountains #adventuretravel #coloradovlog #outdoorrecreation #outdooradventures ✨Time stamps: ✨ 00:00 - intro 00:17 - Colorado National Monument 00:43 - Sangre de Cristos 01:24 - Black Canyon of the Gunnison North Rim 02:07 - Eagle’s Nest Wilderness 02:31 - Outro 02:45 - Outtakes