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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission meets this week in La Junta

Outdoors - Colorado Parks Wildlife Mountains Baca National Wildlife Refuge - USFWS

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission will discuss the 2019 Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Management Plan, State Forest State Park Draft Management Plan, 2019 - 2020 OHV Grant Recommended Funding, updated Commission policies for fisheries (Gold Medal waters, High Lake Stocking, Whirling Disease), Natural Areas Program overview and board nominations, Mule Deer Strategy (progress to date), factors influencing elk recruitment and elk response to outdoor recreation activity at its June meeting.

Epic Adventures: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Epic Adventures Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

When planning your next summer adventure, look no further than Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. Spanning over 30,000 acres, this gorgeous park has no shortage of stunning views and exciting activities. One of the most beautiful national parks in Colorado, it's the perfect destination for your family's next road trip.

7 Beautiful Alpine Lakes in Colorado and How to Get to Them

alpine lakes in colorado

Minnesota is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, and everyone seems to be obsessed with the lakes' beauty. But what about Colorado's magnificent lakes? There may not be as many--but what they lack in quantity, they make up for in radiance. Many of the gorgeous lakes in Colorado are located high in the mountain ranges, and they make for beautiful ending destinations for your summer hikes. Here's how to get to the most beautiful alpine lakes in Colorado.