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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JULY 2021 PUBLISHER

Scott Barr | scott.barr@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Summer Fun + Adventure

Ashley Hamershock | ashley.hamershock@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Whitney Lockhart

IT’S TOUGH TO BEAT COLORADO SPRINGS IN SUMMER. Nearly perfect tem-

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peratures. Loads of sunshine. Remarkably few bugs.

Dani Moore

Adventures await! What are your favorites?

Ashley Hamershock, Karen Mitchell, Rochelle Reeder, Chase McCleary, Gather Food Studio

Do you pitch a tent (or an RV) at one of Colorado’s four national or 42 state parks? Do you boat or fish or hike or climb 14ers? Maybe you’re more into visiting our many ski resorts when they’re bursting with wildflowers instead of packed with snow. Any foodies out there? Check out our feature on a local, ranch-to-table spot to buy

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Brian Gauck, Evan Barrientos/Audubon, USA Cycling - Casey B. Gibson, Cortney Smith, Pikes Peak Library District & James Krebs, Jason O'Rear, Nic Lehoux, Bill Baun, Gray Filter Photography

sustainably raised meat. Shopping aficionados? We have something for you, too! Don’t forget the many local events that are back this summer after a brief hiatus due to Covid-19. Who else missed the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo last year? Mark your calendars for July 14-17 – it’s a full lineup. Ready for some armchair adventuring? Root for Team USA in the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, which runs from July 23-August 8. Colorado Springs is Olympic City, USA, afterall – home to the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, 24 national Olympic governing bodies and the cool new museum downtown.

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Whatever adventures you seek this summer, enjoy every precious moment!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2021

FEATURES 18 Corner Post Meats Hyperlocal, Ranch-to-Kitchen Meat

24 Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo The Fun Returns in 2021

30 Track Cycling Local Cyclist Maddie Godby Headed for Tokyo Olympics

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42 Grilled Peach Panzanella Salad Sweet Twist on a Summer Classic

DEPARTMENTS 8

Lifestyle Letter

Around Town

Locally Owned

24 Local’s Choice 36 Inspired By 40 Open House 42 Culinary Creations 46 Travel Destination 50 Hot Spot

AROUND TOWN

PIKES PEAK CENTER - SHEN YUN

We want to help make happy hour happy

and a 40-piece orchestra to tell the banned-in-

again. The Happiest Hour at The Lofthouse

Communist-China stories of when heroes split

will introduce some simple intentions that

mountains and swam with dragons.

can infuse beauty and joy into an ordinary

"Shen Yun performs the essence of Chinese culture

moment. We will share beautiful craft cocktails

and the historical figures who have been nurtured by

that can be enjoyed with or without alcohol

it," says H. Sue Gao, VP of Shen Yun's training school,

and small bites that you can recreate on your

Fei Tian College. "Shen Yun is using classical Chinese

own. Shop the Pickletown Flower truck and the

dance to present this culture on the world stage."

Local Honey Co pop-up to bring even more

Tickets range from $83-$153. July 27-29. http://

local favorites home with you. $75 per person.

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At White Pie Pizzeria, happy hour isn't just for after

Free and open to the public, First Friday

work. This downtown restaurant is offering brunch

Downtown features new art, live music and

every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm, with

special events on the first Friday of every

a special brunch happy hour from 10 am to noon.

month from 5-9 pm at dozens of galleries,

Stop by early for $5 mimosas, bloodies and lagers

retailers and nonprofits throughout Downtown

to wash down your breakfast pizza, breakfast sand-

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COLORADO FARM & ART MARKET

PIKES PEAK CENTER - TRAP & PAINT

Colorado Farm and Art Market is an authentic farm-

Painting. Food. Wine. Music. An evening to remem-

er’s market cooperative. Featuring only Colorado small

ber. Whether you’re the next Picasso or painting for

family farms, ranches, businesses and non profits,

the first time, Trap & Paint is perfect for you. It’s an

CFAM strengthens our local economy and regional

evening of positive vibes, relaxation and artistic cre-

foodshed while providing a high-quality, connective

ativity. Delicious wine, food by Centerplate’s catering

shopping experience to the Pike’s Peak region.

team, music spun by one of Colorado’s hottest DJs

Wednesdays from 3-7pm at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum. https://www.cspm.org/

and an instructor who will walk you through every step of painting your 16 x 20 canvas. Tickets are $50. July 9. http://www.pikespeakcenter.com/

MEMORIAL PARK 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION

FOOD TRUCK TUESDAYS

Spend the 4th of July in Memorial Park! The

Food Truck Tuesdays are back at the Colorado

annual festival features food vendors, live enter-

Springs Pioneers Museum on Tuesdays from 11

tainment and family-friendly activities during the

am to 1 pm. We hope to see you on the Museum

day. For the evening, pack a picnic basket and get

lawn for a tasty treat! https://www.cspm.org/

comfortable on the large lawn while listening to music by the U.S. Air Force Academy Band's Wild

Blue Country and Colorado Springs Philharmonic

Would you like to get in touch with us? We would love

Symphony. The grand finale features an orchestra

to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.com/

performance that ends with a massive fireworks

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display. https://csphilharmonic.org/

us know what you think.

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LOCALLY OWNED

meats

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HYPERLOCAL, RANCH-TO-KITCHEN MEAT ARTICLE ROCHELLE REEDER

PHOTOGRAPHY EVAN BARRIENTOS / AUDUBON

COLORFUL COLORADO IS HOME TO OUR VERY OWN PURPLE

on-the-ground conservation” like partnering

MOUNTAIN MAJESTY. Coloradoans love the land and utilize those

with local ranchers. Habitats and landscapes

300 days of sunshine to their fullest. We are conscious of our land-

are living, breathing things and the partnership

scape, our eco-systems and our health. We wear our flag proudly

with Audubon helps improve the land through

and we support local where we can.

the use of livestock. Your ranchers have a

It only makes sense that a company like Corner Post Meats set roots right here in Colorado Springs. Adrienne Larrew and Dan Lorenz originally met on a Wyoming

vested interest in caring for the land and the habit. Their livelihood comes from the land and that makes them the ultimate conservationists.

ranch in 2004. A seemingly unlikely pair, Adrienne grew up around

As the land stewards, Corner Post Meats

the ranch scene in Colorado, but Dan had grown up in the Chicago

has a set a grazing plan to cycle the animals’

suburbs. Adrienne was harkening back to her roots while Dan was

rooting, fertilizing and grazing. This process

looking to get out of the city and connect more with nature. What

ensures that the management of the soil,

they did have in common was that they saw opportunities to infuse

water and nutrients of the land’s natural

more intentionality into the food system and connect those systems

resources are balanced to maintain produc-

directly to their eaters. After spending a few years learning the

tivity and plant health. Dan and Adrienne

trade they decided to start their own ranch focusing on being the

actively engage in timber management by

change they wanted to see in the food system.

taking bird hikes. Adrienne explained that

In 2013, Corner Post Meats was established.

through mindful maintenance of the birds’ habitat, they are able to gauge the habitat

HABITATS + LANDSCAPES

for other small mammals, rodents and pol-

Ranch-to-kitchen is the concept and after considering their

linators. These small animals are vital to the

options, they chose to partner with the National Audubon Society

vegetation. The vegetation fuels the live-

and lease a little more than 1,500 acres in northern Colorado Springs

stock. All of these pieces fit together to grow

in 2015. Audubon land is a haven for birds with the active purpose

well-cared-for and healthy animals that will

of improving their habitat using “science, advocacy, education and

ultimately nourish the consumer. CONTINUED >

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SUSTAINABLY RAISED MEAT

they also offer bulk ordering to fill the freezer with nutri-

Nomadically raised beef and forest foraging pork are

ent-rich meat to last all year long. Their country store offers

only a couple of options offered by Corner Post Meats. They

cooking essentials like bones and tallow. And if you just

partner with Pasturebird to offer pasture grazed chicken.

can’t decide, there are gift cards and gift boxes available.

And a partnership with Seafood Producers Coop allows

If you have been looking for eco-conscious, nutrient-dense

them to provide wild, line-caught fish. Their goal is to put

meats to infuse into your intentionally created home menus,

the consumer as close as possible to the source of their food

Corner Post Meats is your hyperlocal connection.

in order to holistically provide for the whole person. In other words, Dan and Adrienne believe you don’t have to give up

Website: https://cornerpostmeats.com/

meat for better health and a healthier planet.

Facebook: @cornerpostmeats

They currently offer subscription boxes or you can choose your own adventure with a la carte offerings. Occasionally,

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

THE FUN RETURNS IN 2021

PIKES PEAK o e d o R t s u or B ARTICLE KAREN MITCHELL | PHOTOGRAPHY BRIAN GAUCK

OUR COLORADO SPRINGS COMMUNITY, BOTH FAR AND WIDE, IS INVITED TO CELEBRATE THE 80TH ANNUAL PIKES PEAK OR BUST RODEO THIS MONTH! Created and founded by our own Spencer Penrose in 1937, this is a tradition that speaks to the root and heart of Colorado Springs’ Western heritage. It has been canceled only by way of WWll and COVID19. Wow! We’re so excited that it’s returning this year. 24

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MILITARY CONNECTION

family can enjoy—all ages, all types. This year, they’ve

Every year, 300-400 military volunteers attend the

increased the number of activities for the kid’s zone with a

activities centered around the Rodeo because since 1946,

bounce house and a live acrobatic act. And for the adults…

the money the rodeo raises is given to the military’s quali-

a Houston Rodeo-inspired Wine Bar.

ty-of-life programs.

If you and yours can’t come beforehand, that’s okay. The

If you attend the Wednesday morning breakfast between

Coors Roadhouse tent is the best time! As soon as the last

5:30 AM and 9 AM, you’ll experience a live band in our boom-

champions are announced, the rodeo crowd moves to the

ing downtown, a breakfast kindly served by military members

dance floor across the way with a live band and so much

and to top it off, you’ll experience watching our very own

more fun to be shared.

Range Riders saddle up and ride west toward the mountains for their annual ride through the front range. If you have little ones, they especially love this part of the morning.

CREATING MEMORIES I personally have attended this rodeo since I was a little girl. There’s nothing like being so close to the horses in the

ACTIVITIES + EXPERIENCES

arena that you can feel the dust they kick up as they run past

The annual parade has been cancelled this year due to

you, the views at sunset, the energy of the crowd, the view of

extra precautions; however, the list of activities and experi-

the cowboys and cowgirls. It’s sweet for the whole family…

ence are intentional and extensive this year and it will only

Book tickets fast! It’s just around the corner.

create space for us to welcome the parade back next time. The 2021 Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo runs Wednesday July 14 through Sunday July 17. Each night will honor a different group of our incredible military branches or first responders. If you come on Thursday, make sure you wear pink, we’ll be supporting the breast cancer awareness program. FAN ZONE Each night prior to the rodeo formally starting, there will be a Fan Zone in front of the arena. They’ve worked hard to make this function a one-stop destination that the entire

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Created and founded by our own Spencer Penrose in 1937, this is a tradition that speaks to the root and heart of Colorado Springs’ Western heritage.

2021 Performance/ Theme Sponsors: + Wednesday, July 14, 2021—Fort Carson Night Sponsored by Northwestern Mutual

+ Thursday, July 15, 2021—Missile Defense & First Responders Night Sponsored by UCHealth

+ Friday, July 16, 2021—Space NightSponsored by The Boeing Company

+ Saturday Matinee, July 17, 2021—Honoring the U.S. Air Force Academy Sponsored by USAA

+ Saturday Evening, July 17, 2021—NORAD/ USNORTHCOM Night Sponsored by Lockheed Martin Website: http://www.pikespeakorbust.org/ Facebook: @PikesPeakRodeo

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track cycling: bikes with no brakes LOCAL CYCLIST MADDIE GODBY HEADED FOR TOKYO OLYMPICS ARTICLE ASHLEY HAMERSHOCK PHOTOGRAPHY USA CYCLING / CASEY B. GIBSON

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"Track cycling is like NASC A R. I t 's superf ast. T he bikes don' t h ave brakes. I t 's on a 45-degree, b anked velodrome. So, t here's a lot of high speed." DO YOU WATCH TRACK CYCLING? If you don’t,

and team sprint national records and is a 17-time

cyclist Maddie Godby thinks you should.

national champion.

“Track cycling is like NASCAR. It’s superfast,”

This year, the United States has qualified to

she said. “The bikes don’t have brakes. It’s on a

have a competitor in two track sprint events at

45-degree, banked velodrome. So, there’s a lot

the Tokyo Olympics: individual track sprint and

of high speed. There’s really epic crashes. It is

keirin. Godby will be the only woman represent-

really fun to watch.”

ing Team USA in both events.

Godby should know: She happens to be one

Track sprint features two competitors at a

of the top track cyclists in the world and will

time on the track. The winner moves on, whit-

represent the United States in the Summer

tling down the field much like an NCAA bracket

Olympics in Tokyo this month.

until two remain. International keirin, meanwhile, puts six racers onto the oval at once.

HUMBLE BEGINNINGS Godby grew up in Boulder County, Colorado – northwest of Denver. “I kind of grew up on a bike,” she said. “I didn’t really enjoy it.” Her family had always been involved in cycling. Other family members raced. But

KEIRIN Godby’s strongest race is the keirin, which originated in Japan in 1948 as a betting sport to help replenish coffers after World War II. International keirin made its debut at the 2000 Summer Olympics for men and 2012 for women.

Godby had always gravitated more toward team

She was the first American woman to be

sports until she made the varsity lacrosse team

invited to race Japanese keirin as an interna-

in high school. The coach said she needed to

tional rider. She attended a school in Japan in

choose between lacrosse and cycling.

2019, passed exams and became licensed as a

She chose cycling.

keirin rider before competing.

At age 17, she joined a junior team out of

Traditional Japanese races last three days and

Boulder and raced one year of street tracks and

because betting is permitted, these events are

road races. Then, the team set up a day at the

highly regulated. Competitors arrive a day early

Colorado Springs velodrome. Godby has been a

and have four days with no devices – no contact

track sprinter ever since!

with the outside world. But on the track? It’s a contact sport.

TEN YEARS It’s been a decade since that first spin around a velodrome. As part of the USA national team, she has earned medals at events around the world.

International keirin, conversely, prohibits contact and some of the rules are slightly different. But the idea is the same: competitors use brakeless, fixed-gear bicycles to ride just under a mile at high speeds.

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“To speed up, you have to pedal faster,” Godby said. “To slow down, you have to pedal slower. If you just stop, the wheel will stop and the bike will kind of buck you off like a horse.” Riders stay behind the pacer, typically a motorcycle, for the first part of the race. The pacer gradually increases to 31 mph by its final circuit, then leaves the track as the riders sprint to the finish at speeds often exceeding 40 mph. FINDING BALANCE Godby moved to Colorado Springs about eight years ago due in large part to its sprawling Olympics infrastructure. Colorado Springs is home to 24 Olympic sports, including USA Cycling. Godby trains year-round for her races, but that’s not all she does. She completed her undergraduate degree in health promotion at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and now is working toward her master’s degree in public health. How does she do it? “It’s definitely not easy,” she said. “You learn to balance a little better.”

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ACTIVITIES, PRIZES + FUN FOR KIDS AND TEENS

SUMMER ADVENTURES AT TH E LI B R A RY ARTICLE ASHLEY HAMERSHOCK PHOTOGRAPHY PIKES PEAK LIBRARY DISTRICT / JAMES KREBS

DO YOU HAVE KIDS? June is that magical month,

WHAT ARE THE ACTIVITIES?

when they’ve turned in their textbooks and are

Everything from listening to a favorite author

excited for all that lies ahead. By July, though,

read a book online to building a fort qualifies. Other

summer begins to lose its luster. They miss their

options? Painting a rock. Playing tennis with bal-

friends. They’re tired of the routine.

loons. Walking the dog. Cleaning your room.

They need some adventure. It’s time to visit the library. Wait… what? How’s a

Check out the links below for amazing activity lists for kids and teens.

parent to sell that idea? Competition. Fun. Prizes. (And, psssttt… it’s reading, but it’s so much more!)

WHAT ABOUT THE PRIZES? Each age group gets a different registration prize. All kids get to choose a book or journal for

HOW DOES IT WORK?

completing 45 days’ worth of activities. And the

grand prize drawings? Kids up to 12 years old will

annual Summer Adventure presented by Children’s

be eligible to win a gift certificate to KiwiCo. And

Hospital Colorado program (link below). Children

the 13-18 crowd: a Chromebook. There will be mul-

up to 18 years old complete an activity (read, imag-

tiple winners throughout the district!

ine or move) any day through August 14 to earn points. Receive a prize for participating and another

PPLD Website: https://ppld.org

for doing 45 days of activities. Complete the game

and be entered into the grand prize drawing.

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United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum INNOVATIVE, INTERACTIVE MUSEUM A MUST-VISIT THIS SUMMER

THE UNITED STATES OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC MUSEUM IS MORE THAN A MUSEUM, IT’S AN EXPERIENCE. An interactive, immersive journey — underlined by universal accessibility, innovative technology and iconic artifacts — makes the USOPM a must-see attraction. The USOPM features cutting-edge exhibits, including everything from motion-sensored interactives to holographic medals. Using advanced digital screens, guests can swipe through every Olympic torch to learn more about their design and significance, or they can search through every U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athlete based on name, hometown and even university affiliation. “Don’t Touch” signs are replaced with interactive sport demonstration exhibits. Guests can race against Team USA greats like Jesse Owens or Tatyana McFadden on the indoor track, shoot a virtual arrow on an indoor archery range, and even save a shot as a goalball goalie. U.S. Olympians and Paralympians, retired and currently competing, are welcomed home to relive the stories and memories of previous Games. When guests visit the museum, they could be walking next to a Hall of Famer or future Olympic or Paralympic champion. You never know who you will meet or what will happen. There is truly something for everyone at the Best New Attraction of 2020, as named by USA Today. With the help of innovative technology, interactive displays and immersive exhibits, guests don’t just learn about the history, they embark on a journey. Website: https://usopm.org/

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CULINARY CREATIONS

SWEET TWIST ON A SUMMER CLASSIC

g r i l led peach pa n za nel la sa lad ARTICLE GATHER FOOD STUDIO & SPICE SHOP PHOTOGRAPHY CORTNEY SMITH

POPULAR IN TUSCANY AND OTHER PARTS OF CENTRAL ITALY, PANZANELLA IS A SUMMER-FRIENDLY CHOPPED SALAD THAT TRADITIONALLY INCLUDES SOAKED STALE BREAD, ONIONS AND TOMATOES. This version from Gather Food Studio & Spice Shop offers a refreshing twist, featuring grilled peaches! Website: https://www.gatherfoodstudio.com/ Facebook + Instagram: @gatherfoodstudio

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grilled peach panzanella salad SERVES: 6

FOR THE SALAD:

+ 2 peaches, halved and pit removed

+ 2 large tomatoes, cut into

+ ½ red onion, thinly julienned + Optional: Handful of arugula + Olive oil, as needed + Salt & Pepper to taste

1” cubes

FOR THE DRESSING:

+ 6 cups bread, cut into 1” cubes + 1 English cucumber, cut into

+ 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic + 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard + 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar + 1/2 cup olive oil + Salt & Pepper to taste

1” cubes

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1. Preheat grill on high heat. 2. Toss bread cubes with a generous amount of olive oil, salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium heat and toast bread until brown and toasty. Set aside until ready to use. 3. Lightly coat peaches with olive oil. Place directly on grill grates and cook until grill marks appear. Add peppers to grill and grill until lightly charred. Set both aside until ready to use. 4. In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic, Dijon and vinegar. Drizzle olive oil into bowl while continuously whisking until dressing thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside until ready to use. 5. In a large bowl, toss the tomatoes, bread, cucumber, basil, onion and arugula with desired amount of dressing. Top salad with grilled peaches and grilled peppers and serve. Enjoy!

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ENCOMPASS LANDS THAT HELPED SHAPE THE HISTORY OF THIS COUNTRY AND HOLD CULTURAL VALUE AND SIGNIFICANCE. The national parks invite us to stretch our imaginations—and our legs—and explore the great outdoors. This list of national parks just scratches the surface of the natural wonders to wonderlands to discover, but it includes 10 of the most stunning national parks in the United States.

1. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Rocky Mountain National Park includes majestic mountains, abundant wildlife, incredible hiking trails and so much more. Popular activities include fishing, hiking, riding horses and bikes and enjoying the spectacular views. Wintertime brings cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and sledding. Watching wildlife, such as bighorn sheep, elk, moose and mule deer, is a popular activity as well.

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Located in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, Yosemite National Park boasts giant sequoia trees, breathtaking water-

falls, vast meadows and more. The park is home to unique rock formations like El Capitan, Half Dome and Glacier Point. Gaze in awe at Yosemite’s thousands of waterfalls, including Yosemite Falls, Ribbon Fall and Wapama Falls.

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3. YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Yellowstone’s 2.2 million acres include colorful hot springs, awe-inspiring waterfalls, fascinating mudpots, explosive geysers, diverse wildlife and more. It is home to more hot springs and geysers than anywhere else on Earth. The oldest and largest herd of bison in the country lives at Yellowstone, as well as elk, wolves and grizzly bears.

BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK Bryce Canyon National Park, located in southwestern Utah, is home to the world’s largest concentration of hoodoos on Earth. With its fascinating landscape composed of hoodoos, horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters and whimsical limestone rock formations, a visit to Bryce Canyon is often likened to a visit to another planet. This stunning landscape, formed by wind, water and snow, draws hikers, rock climbers, photographers, stargazers and cross-country skiers.

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Glacier National Park is located on the border of Canada and the United States and is often referred to as the “Crown of the Continent.” Visitors will find more than 700 glacial lakes and many hiking trails, ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous. Going-to-the-Sun Road, known as one of the most spectacular scenic drives in the country, is a paved, two-lane highway that divides the park into east and west regions.

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ZION NATIONAL PARK Zion National Park’s colorful sandstone cliffs, lush plateaus covered in pine and junipers, narrow canyons, the Virgin River, plus seeps, springs and waterfalls are just some of the scenic wonders here. One of Zion’s most popular hikes is known as the Narrows, the slimmest section of Zion Canyon. Other popular attractions include the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, Angels Landing, Observation Point and Canyon Overlook Trail.

7. GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park spans 310,000 acres and towers above the Jackson Hole Valley. The Teton Mountains, the youngest in the Rockies, are reflected majestically on the surfaces of six pristine lakes and the Snake River. Experienced climbers can summit the 13,770-foot Grand Teton, and long-distance hikers can take the Paintbrush CanyonCascade Canyon Loop for impressive views of the mountain.

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK This UNESCO World Heritage Site is 277 river miles long, up to 18 miles wide and 1 mile deep. The South Rim is home to Grand Canyon Village and Bright Angel Trail. The West Rim is home to the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a glass bridge that extends 70 feet over the edge of a cliff. The North Rim is the most remote access point, allowing visitors to experience the park firsthand through intense hiking and backpacking and thrilling river rafting.

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ARCHES NATIONAL PARK Arches National Park is defined by its natural sandstone arches, stunning red rocks and beautiful colors. The park has the largest concentration of natural arches in the world. Hikers can take advantage of Arches National Park’s numerous trails ranging from short hikes to Balanced Rock and the Double Arch to more strenuous routes through the Fiery Furnace and up to the Delicate Arch. Visitors may spot a variety of desert animals, including lizards, birds and snakes, depending on the time of day.

10. HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK To visit one of the country’s best national parks, journey to Maui’s Haleakala National Park. The name of this national park translates to “House of the Sun.” Legend goes that the demigod Maui lassoed the sun from its journey across the sky as he stood at the volcano’s summit, slowing its descent to make the days last longer. The Haleakala Crater is a dormant volcano that sits at 10,000 feet above sea level, and visitors flock to this location to view one of the most spectacular sunrises on Earth. Perhaps just as impressive are the park’s sunsets, which give way to star-studded skies. Haleakala National Park spans more than 30,000 acres and includes red deserts and rock gardens near the summit and waterfalls and streams in coastal Kipahulu. The park has beautiful hiking trails that can be traveled by foot or by horseback, and it is also home to more endangered species than any other park in the National Park Service.

Hopefully, this list of the 10 best national parks has inspired you to start planning your next adventure. Whether the mountains are calling, your inner daredevil needs to be satiated or a scenic road trip is in order, America’s national parks are begging to be explored! CityLifestyle.com/ColoradoSprings

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