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Writer's pictureMarybeth Bond-Sheppard

Travel Bug: Grand County an adventurous gateway to Rocky Mountains

Ark Travel Bug Marybeth Bond-Sheppard takes in the fall colors of Rocky Mountain National Park.

Colorado is an adventure-lover’s paradise, brimming with opportunities for skiing, hiking, fishing and exploring the breathtaking Rocky Mountain National Park. When my husband and I landed in Denver, we picked up our rental car and set off on a scenic drive of about 100 miles to Grand County. Our goal was to soak in the stunning fall colors, watch the elk rutting and explore Rocky Mountain National Park.

 

While the eastern entrance through Estes Park draws around 80% of the park’s visitors, we were eager to experience the tranquility of the western side, accessible via Grand County. This region is nothing short of magical.



We were immediately captivated by Grand County, home to the legendary Winter Park Resort, miles of Gold Medal trout streams and the picturesque town of Grand Lake. This village features a historic boardwalk dating back to the Wild West days, lined with shops, restaurants and ice cream parlors. One evening, we enjoyed a Broadway-quality production of “I Left My Heart: A Salute to the Music of Tony Bennett” at the Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre. Grand Lake is a popular spot for water sports such as paddleboarding and boat rides, and it boasts a lovely beach for sunbathing or swimming and a yacht club for boat rentals.


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