One of Colorado’s most scenic trail areas will shut down on June 2 as part of a multi-step plan to improve visitor experiences and ensure its long-term sustainability. The Blue Lakes trailhead, ...

Hiking to a popular chain of lakes in Colorado could require a permit under a U.S. Forest Service proposal. Several details are still being determined; the prospect is the focus of ongoing public ...

This summer might be the last time hikers and backpackers can visit the popular Blue Lakes area in Southwestern Colorado without a permit. But due to a construction and restoration project, the main ...