Colorado Excursions with History, Hikes and Hops

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Front Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- Colorado Map -- TRIP #1: DENVER -- Day 1-Introduction to Denver and Colorado -- Historic Site: History Colorado Center -- Natural Site: City Park -- Drinking Site: Buckhorn Exchange -- Day 2-Downtown Denver -- Historic Site: Downtown Denver Walking Tour -- Natural Site: Confluence Park -- Drinking Site: Falling Rock Tap House -- Day 3-Uniquely Denver -- Natural Site: Red Rocks Amphitheatre/Dinosaur Ridge -- Historic Site: Molly Brown House Museum -- Drinking Site: Great Divide Brewing;Colorado is replete with natural beauty, award-winning breweries and a history that reflects its wild and rugged character. Author Ed Sealover offers this detailed guide to ten three-day excursions full of nature, history and unique watering holes. Discover sprawling parks and celebrated landmarks throughout the state. Visit oddball destinations like the trail of America's favorite cannibal and the renowned ghost town of Saint Elmo. Work up a thirst on the hiking trails of Rocky Mountain National Park and unwind on the single block in the state that is home to a brewery, a winery and a distillery. Uncover the craft, creative and cultural gems that make the Centennial State a curious wanderer's dream.