Good Morning Colorado Seekers

It’s finally starting to feel like spring here in southeastern Massachusetts. The mask mandate has been lifted for out door activities (small groups) and I’m fully vaccinated. Maybe I can shake this cave syndrome soon. I really need to get outside with the camera. Of course getting myself out the door would be easier if my furry roommates would stop waking me up at unreasonable hours. At my age I can’t burn the candle at both ends!

As mandates and COVID restrictions fall around the country I am hoping that vacation will be back on my agenda for next year. I could probably go this year but will all the attractions I might want to see have opened back up? I would hate to spend that money getting there and then not be able to see many sights. Then there is the problem of the rental car shortage. I’m content with my decision to wait for 2022 before taking a travel vacation. So let’s continue looking at Colorado for a future destination.

Granby Colorado

Next on the locations list is Granby Colorado. Granby is situated along U.S. Highway 40 in the Middle Park basin, and it is about 85 miles northwest of Denver and 14 miles southwest of Rocky Mountain National Park. Founded in 1905, the sleepy mountain town of Granby, Colorado is quickly gaining popularity as the “in” destination any time of year for vacationers with its friendly atmosphere, ideal location and climate, and close proximity to Denver.

Sapphire Resorts, Granby Co

Granby offers the ultimate Colorado Rocky Mountain experience. Here you’ll find miles of trails to traverse, rivers to fish, lakes to play in, mountains to ski, and golf courses with the most beautiful views. Not to mention Main Street, which boasts lots of restaurants and shopping options.

Places to go & Things to Do in Granby

How about a Rodeo? Granby has it’s own western rodeo .

Granby’s yearly summertime rodeo takes place at the Flying Heels Arena, south of town. A great event for the entire family, there’s always bull riding, roping, barrel racing, games for the kids, and more. Kids can even sign up to compete in mutton busting!

The Junior Rodeo starts in the afternoon, followed by the Open Rodeo in the evenings. Concessions are available so bring your appetite and help the Granby Rotary raise funds for local community programs.

Just down the road from Granby in the nearby town of Fraser, check out the High Country Stampede Rodeo. Remember Fraser? We chatted about Fraser a couple of posts ago.