50 Photos That Prove Colorado Is the Most Beautiful State In America [GALLERY]

Falling in Love With Life in Colorado

When I moved to Colorado six months ago, I had no clue how quickly I'd fall in love with the state.

From the East Coast to the Midwest

I grew up on the East Coast in Pennsylvania and then moved out to Iowa in 2021.

Summer vacations were spent sitting by the ocean in Virginia Beach and my winters were full of snowy days in the Poconos. Whenever I go back to visit family, I try to make a day trip into New York City to see a Broadway show.

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Before my family made the move out to PA following the 9/11 attacks, my parents were born and bred New Yorkers so I'll always hold a very special place in my heart for the East Coast.

Finding Familiar Comfort in Colorado’s Farmland

And after living in the Midwest for four years, I feel like I'm in my element when I see cornfields and farmland. Driving around  parts of Weld County brings me back to the times I'd hang out with friends on their tractors and pet cows back in Iowa.

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The Centennial State Feels Like Another World

However, the Centennial State is different from any place I've ever been to in my entire life. Whenever I drive to work, I can't stop staring up at the mountains to the west.

My jaw dropped to the ground when I took in Red Rocks in Morrison for the first time.

How can something that seems larger than life actually exist in the place I live?

Exploring Colorado’s Four National Parks

There are four national parks within the confines of the Centennial State: Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

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Colorado’s Hidden Natural Wonders

You can't forget about all of the state parks we have! Here in Colorado, there are 63 state parks, according to the official site of Colorado Tourism. The Centennial State is also home to the world's largest flat-top mountain, the Grand Mesa.

Colorado’s Trail Ridge Road: A Drive Above the Clouds

Another fun fact that you can share with all of your out of state friends is that the highest continuous U.S. highway, Trail Ridge Road, is right here in Colorado!

It leaves Rocky Mountain National Park (East) and takes you through the Continental Divide to the Western Slope.

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Now, take a look at these photos that I've found that prove just how breathtaking Colorado can really be.

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