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If you’ve never been to Colorado before you are probably wondering what are winters like in Colorado? The answer: winter is absolutely perfect, nature is unforgettably striking with frozen landscapes. To put it simply Colorado is a true winter wonderland. Winter is the most exciting time in Colorado. As soon as the first snowflakes begin to fall, Colorado becomes a joyous place that attracts many people looking for a magical wintertime holiday. Skiers and snowboarders love Colorado, which doesn’t come as a surprise considering the fact that Colorado has 28 ski resorts. But winter activities in Colorado include much more than just skiing and snowboarding. Here you are going to find out what wonderful activities you can enjoy with your family and friends in this beautiful winter paradise.
Go Snow Tubing
Dashing Through the Snow
On a one-horse open sleigh! Don’t miss the chance to make your holiday extra special with a magical ride on a horse-drawn sleigh. There is actually a family business located in Winter Park called Dashing Thru The Snow (so sweet) that offers horse-drawn sleigh rides. You can also check out Sombrero Stables at Snow Mountain Ranch. This is a perfect activity for families with small kids and for people who during this time of the year feel like children again. You’ll get the chance to enjoy the view of beautiful secluded woods and magical meadows while riding on a beautiful old fashion sleigh drawn by horses. With the soft sound of bells jingling while enjoying the view you’ll surely feel like you’re in a winter fairytale.
Dog Sledding
Snowmobiling
Magical Winter Carnivals
Carnivals are always fun. Especially when you are on holiday with your friends and family. They are a great way to enjoy the festive season and engage in some fun activities. There are plenty of fun winter activities in Colorado and many towns and villages host fantastic winter carnivals in the name of joy for all. You should definitely check out the Ullr Fest, which is a carnival dedicated to the Norse God of snow, Ullr. There you will get to enjoy some fantastic activities like the dating game, Ullympics, there is going to be a parade, music, and ice skating party, mulled wine, tea and plenty of mouth-watering food.
All Aboard for the Holiday Train
Visit Santa’s Workshop
At the base of Pikes Peak, there is a magical winter land. The North Pole in Colorado, the Santa’s Workshop which is a marvelous Christmas themed amusement park. You’ll get the chance to meet Santa Claus in person! Just imagine the smiles of your kids on their faces! Read more: Visiting Greenland During Winter Not only will you be able to meet him, but you will also get the chance to take a picture with him and also visit his home and see his workshop. You’ll meet Santas’s busy and hard-working elves that are preparing everything for a perfect Christmas. There you will get to explore many rides, shows and plenty of fantastic attractions. You can ride the Christmas Tree Ride, Enterprise Space Shuttle, Antique Carousel and many many more. You’ll also be able to spend some time with goats and llamas and explore Santa’s village.
Conclusion
Hopefully, this article has given you an insight into what beautiful and magical activities you can enjoy in the winter paradise that’s Colorado. We didn’t talk about skiing and snowboarding because we assumed that you are probably already familiar with that. But yes, Colorado does have 28 ski resorts and if you just want to enjoy good old skiing or snowboarding, fantastic! Colorado definitely is a magical winter wonderland place that will win you over with its unique nature covered in sparkly white snow. Combine that secluded woods and beautiful, still frozen landscapes and you will have a calming picture in your mind for the rest of the year. So to revise one more time apart from skiing and snowboarding you can also enjoy some snow tubing or sliding, go dog sledding, go on a horse-drawn sleigh, visit a magical winter carnival, go to a Christmas themed amusement park, go on a holiday train and ride a snowmobile. One thing is for certain, your vacation in the Rocky Mountains is going to be an unforgettable magical time spent with the people you hold close to your heart.
