5280 Magazine is a locally produced (5280 Publishing Inc.) and distributed magazine in the Denver area that features the “ins and outs” of Denver and its people, from the street level. Named after the Mile-High City’s elevation above sea level: five thousand two hundred eighty feet, the magazine was founded in 1993 by former columnist [...]

Brushstrokes. Sculpture. Arias. Concertos. The visual and performing arts scene in Denver, Colorado is dynamic and diverse, attracting thousands of new and visiting artists every year. From the boutique galleries to the concert venues, the creative expression here is of world-class caliber. Home to one of the world’s biggest performing arts complexes and a half-dozen [...]

As soon as you arrive at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort in Nathrop, Colorado you can feel something special in the air. Majestic mountain backdrops, steam rising from a babbling creek, and the feeling of both a sacred retreat and the luxury of a resort all greet the visitor to this natural mountain sanctuary. With [...]

Huddled in the Rocky Mountains and the Roosevelt National Forest, the town of Red Feather Lakes is far from the hustle and bustle of the city. 14 sapphire lakes are strewn throughout lush forests and expansive meadows, offering plenty of fishing and boating opportunities. An ever-popular place for photographers, this pristine wilderness is home to [...]

On a cool September day in 1976, a group of die-hards took off on their bikes to conquer the grueling trek over Pearl Pass. Little did they know, they would pioneer the legendary tour from Crested Butte to Aspen, which draws dozens of mountain bike fanatics to the quaint mountain town every year. Originally opened [...]

The elegant and distinguished Brown Palace Hotel is nestled in the heart of Denver, Colorado against a backdrop of the snow-capped Rocky Mountains. Made famous by the impressive list of celebrity clientele, this historical landmark has been a popular place for diplomats and tourists alike, looking for more than just a night’s rest. The hotel [...]

Consistently hailed as a top place to live green and score a fresh microbrew, Fort Collins, Colorado plays host to a wide variety of dining, attractions, and outdoor adventures. Home to almost 150,000 residents, it has a perfect mix of big-city entertainment and small-town hospitality, featuring an up-and-coming arts scene and a true eco-conscious attitude. [...]

Nestled under a protective overhang of red sandstone, Manitou Cliff Dwellings near Manitou Springs, Colorado, is a fun and historical place to visit. This Anasazi pueblo dwelling was built by ancient American people who roamed the Four Corners area of the Southwestern U.S. from 1200 B.C. to A.D. 1300. These early people developed from hunter/gatherers [...]

With 165 named trails and 2,965 acres of open skiing, Steamboat is one of the best ski locations in Colorado and is famous for its powder skiing. The light fluffy snow is so unusual that it has received its own name — Champagne Snow — and people come from all over the world to enjoy [...]

La Caverna del Oro or The Cavern of Gold is the story of a legendary lost gold mine somewhere above 13,000 feet, perhaps located on Marble Mountain in Colorado just over Music Pass. Legend says that the Native Americans knew of the gold centuries before European settlers came into the area, but believed the cavern [...]