Local's List of the Top Weekend Getaways from Denver

Need additional resources for the top weekend trips near Denver that were featured in this vid? I’ve got you covered down below.
First, if you’re traveling into the mountains along I-70 on a weekend you want to keep these hot tips in mind.
Westbound sees traffic from Friday afternoon through Friday evening. AND Saturday from around 7 AM until 12 pm.
Eastbound traffic starts to build at the Eisenhower Tunnel around 11 am on Sundays. It stays thick and builds through 3 PM.
Budget at least an extra 1 hour for traffic if you’re going to leave during the above times and you’re traveling to Silverton or further.
Remember, it’s always important to visit the outdoors with respect. Leave the area better than you found it. Pack out all of your trash (including dog poo - carry that with you!) and stay on marked trails.
Gotta do my due diligence here, but hiking in Colorado is dangerous if you’re not armed with a few quick safety tips.
Thunderstorms plague the mountains every afternoon in summer and lightning strikes can kill hikers. Be below treeline (where the trees grow) by 11 am to avoid dangers.
Always pack plenty of layers. Higher altitudes can bring freezing temps ANY time of year.
For more safety info, check out these resources:
Practice Leave No Trace: bit.ly/leaveitbetterthanufoundit
Hiking Safely in Colorado: bit.ly/cohikingtips
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✨Time stamps: ✨
00:00 - intro
00:12 - Fruita and the Colorado National Monument
00:37 - Grand Lake and Rocky Mountain National Park
01:10 - Great Sand Dunes National Park with kids
01:37 - Backpacking in Vail
01:53 - Sangre de Cristo Mountains
02:19 - Leadville
02:43 - Outro
02:55 - Outtake

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