Colorado 7-Day Road Trip π | 4 National Parks + 2 Hidden Gems
π Route: Denver β‘ Rocky Mountain NP β‘ Dillon Reservoir β‘ Colorado National Monument β‘ Black Canyon NP β‘ Mesa Verde NP β‘ Great Sand Dunes NP β‘ Denver ποΈ 1. Rocky Mountain National Park πππππ Trail Ridge Road: Scenic alpine drive with postcard-worthy views πΌοΈ Bear Lake & Emerald Lake Trail: Short hike past waterfalls + emerald lakes π Mushroom Rocks: Alien-like boulders with mountain vistas π½ Stay in Estes Park β Cute town + easy park access! ποΈ 2. Mesa Verde National Park ππππ Ancient Pueblo cliff dwellings (150+ rooms!) β Step into 1,000-year-old history ποΈ Join a Ranger Tour to explore inside the structures! ποΈ 3. Great Sand Dunes National Park ππππ 30 sq miles of dunes β Climb 220ft High Dune for epic views! Cool off in Medano Creek at the base π¦ β« 4. Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP ππππ Sheer 800ft black cliffs β Dramatic viewpoints right by parking lots! ππ¨ Easy trails along the rim for jaw-dropping overlooks. π₯ 5. Colorado National Monument πππ Rim Rock Drive: Red rock formations like mini Grand Canyon! Ute Canyon View: Contrast of green valleys + towering cliffs πΏποΈ π 6. Dillon Reservoir πππ Serene alpine lake with mountain reflections β Perfect for kayaking or hiking! π£βοΈ Rent boats at Frisco Bay Marina. #ColoradoRoadTrip #NationalParks #DenverTravel #AdventureAwaits πΊοΈβ¨
