Bighorn, Birds, and Bluebird Skies on the Cog Railway

 If you are looking for an unforgettable morning in Colorado, taking a trip up America's Mountain aboard the Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway is hard to beat. 

Dramatic rock formations along the railway ascent.

When Road Trips Go Jurassic: Family Fun in Woodland Park

 On our way down toward Manitou Springs, we decided a proper Colorado road trip wouldn't be complete without a detour into deep time.

Narrowly escaping a prehistoric ambush outside the center.

We stopped in Woodland Park to check out the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center, which turned out to be an absolute hit for everyone in the crew.