| Feb. 1, 2021 Clean, crisp air, sparkling river canyons and snow-dusted Rocky Mountain vistas are just a few of the things that make Colorado truly unique and a favorite destination amongst domestic and international travelers. Without reservation, you should focus a trip around all this intense, jaw-dropping nature and corresponding outdoor activities, but you’re also likely to make your way into town at some point, and when you do, you’ll want to carve out some serious time. The many adorable, small towns in this state cropped up thanks to their mining past, and today possess a decidedly Western charm with plenty of outdoor spirit. Here are some of the most charming towns The Centennial State has to offer: