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The Challenge of Orienteering

By Dougald MacDonald - November 28th, 2007

Welcome to the confounding and addictive world of competitive orienteering, a blend of cross-country running and navigation, with brains and woods sense counting more than brawn.

Backroad Driving

By Chris Collard - October 16th, 2006

Ditch the pavement and play in the dirt-your guide to motoring beyond the blacktop. A National Geographic Adventure story.

Colorado's Multi-Day Mountain Bike Tours

By Ted Stedman - March 8th, 2006

Think of it as backpacking with a mountain bike through a variety of Colorado landscapes: these four outstanding multi-day rides will wear you out but leave you begging for more

Colorados Top 50 Campsites

By GreatOutdoors Staff - July 12th, 2004

Whether you crave backcountry adventure or a more leisurely camping experience, there is a campground in Colorado that fits the bill.

Crested Butte's Trail 403

By David Nelson - March 15th, 2004

You'll need better than average bike-handling skills for the 23-plus-mile loop through scenic Colorado.

Colorado Trail Singletrack

By GreatOutdoors Staff - March 15th, 2004

Sections of the 480-mile Colorado Trail near Denver offer some of the best single-track trail riding in the state.

Durango's Dry Fork Loop

By David Nelson - March 15th, 2004

Several miles of creek-side trail with a gradual climb and a one-mile vertical haul of switchbacks--all close to town in the San Juan National Forest.

A Pearl of a Pass

By David Nelson - March 15th, 2004

Crested Butte to Aspen via Pearl Pass--40 sensational miles of challenging backcountry for the seasoned mountain bike rider.

Hill Climbs

By Erik Scmidt - March 8th, 2004

Want to be King of the Mountains? Test your mettle against the 'baddest' hill climbs in America.

Comet Hale-Bopp & the Saber

By Glenn Randall - March 5th, 2004

Learn about this once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity from an expert in outdoor photography.

Time to Hit the (Water) Trail

By Dennis Stuhaug - April 23rd, 2002

Granite islands of Maine, the easy flowing California River, Colorado whitewater, the Hudson River Gorge and Wisconsin's playful Wolf.

Whitewater Raft Trips:

By Ann Beman - October 8th, 2001

"I am in need of a whitewater rafting trip suitable for a 41-year-old mother who acts 25, two athletic 12-year-old twin girls, and a husband who doesn't swim."

Top Ten in Colorado

By Elizabeth Covington - October 8th, 2001

We dare you to top this list of 10 Colorado ski descents. From classics routes to expert runs to easy days, you'll want to try them all.

Key Hole Route, Longs Peak

By Nancy Prichard - October 8th, 2001

Hikers and mountaineers from all over the world flock to Rocky Mountain National Park to ascend beautiful and challenging mountains. The grand prize is the 14,255-foot Longs Peak.

Collegiate Peaks Wilderness

By Nancy Prichard - October 8th, 2001

The Missouri Gulch Trail in Collegiate Peaks Wilderness is a spectacular and pristine destination for both hikers and climbers.

Bigfoot Sighting

By Jason Lathrop - October 5th, 2001

A drop-out of the corporate world, Dave 'Bigfoot' Felkley, Colorado's snowshoe guru, advocates a simple life and a winter walk (or run) in the woods.

Family Resorts for Winter Adventure

By Jason Lathrop - October 4th, 2001

Destination resorts around the country that cater to family winter adventures: from snowshoeing to sleigh riding; from skiing to skating.

Western Colorado's Grand Valley

By Altrec.com Staff - May 1st, 2001

Kokopelli's Trail reigns supreme for both hardcore adventurers and low-key cyclists looking for a fun day trip.

Lowry Air Force Base

By David Nelson - August 2nd, 2000

Here's a short, easy, flat ride on old runways in an abandoned military facility.

Meadow Mountain Loop

By David Nelson - August 2nd, 2000

The loop ride on Meadow Mountain is a good route for single-track novices and experts alike.

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