–’Colorado’s favorite playground’ offers hundreds of miles for hiking, exploring –

Wild roses are just one of the many wildflowers that hikers can see in Winter Park, “Colorado’s favorite playground.”
Winter Park-Fraser Valley, Colo. – Winter Park-Fraser Chamber today released its top four fabulous hikes for wildflower viewing this summer. After the white snow melts across Colorado, verdant valleys are uncovered. To add to the stunning landscape, Mother Nature sprinkles splashes of color with columbines (the Colorado state flower), Indian paintbrushes and wild roses, among others, painting the Colorado countryside.
With hundreds of miles of trails to explore in “Colorado’s favorite playground,” it can be a challenge to pick the perfect path for the best view of the sometimes-shy wildflowers. Luckily, Winter Park-Fraser Chamber has made it simple by releasing its top four wildflower hikes (listed in no particular order). Continue reading →