Oct 6, 2011

Devil’s Head Peak Trail

Douglas County, Colorado

By Lisa T. Bergren  

Looking for a fabulous family hike along the Front Range? If you’ve ever driven along Hwy. 85 through Sedalia, you’ve likely seen the unique ridge of Devil’s Peak, rising like a craggy-backed dinosaur in the sea…and after winding your way through an almost-surreal maze of ATV and motorcycle trails and campsites, there’s a terrific hiking trail to be discovered. Continue reading

Mar 25, 2011

The Cove

Palos Verdes Peninsula

By Lisa T. Bergren

In search of epic tide pools in Southern California, we went to this famed surfer’s beach in Palos Verdes. Did we find epic pools? Notsomuch. Did we find an incredible view/beach and nice hike? For sure, dude. Continue reading

Nov 9, 2010

Castlewood Canyon Hike

Black Forest, Colorado

By Lisa T. Bergren

Five miles south of Franktown on Hwy 83, is a gem of a state park, Castlewood Canyon. Castlewood offers several trails perfect for families out for an afternoon of hiking and exploring in 2300 acres of protected Black Forest land. Continue reading

Oct 4, 2010

Maroon Bells Creek Hike

Aspen, Colorado

By Lisa T. Bergren

In late September, we took this fabulous fall family hike from Maroon Bells Lake down the Maroon Bells Creek trail with our children (ages 15, 12 and 7). It’s definitely one of the best hikes I’ve ever taken. Continue reading

Sep 2, 2010

Fantastic Fall Family Hike

X10U8 Beats Oktoberfest in Breckenridge

By Lisa T. Bergren

Last Fall, we drove up to Breckenridge to take part in their annual Oktoberfest, which oddly, happens in mid-September. But it was fine with us. Continue reading