Where to strike gold: Best hikes, road trips, train rides to see Colorado's changing fall foliage

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Where to strike gold: Best hikes, road trips, train rides to see Colorado's changing fall foliage
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Populus tremuloides — or the quaking aspen — can be found in all eleven of Colorado's national forests, leading to the question: Where will you go to see the fall foliage this year? 🍂

This past weekend revealed an early peek of autumn as bright splashes of yellow started to dot Colorado's mountainsides. The short, but beloved, leaf peeping season has begun.

Denver7 Chief Meteorologist Mike Nelson said Colorado seems like it will stick to a normal fall color forecast.READ MORE: An early forecast for when Colorado will see peak fall color in 2022 Notes: This easy loop offers beautiful views of the mountains dotted in yellow aspens, all reflected on the lake. This trail is wheelchair-friendly and benches along the trail offer places to stop, rest, and take in the beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Remember, pets are prohibited on the park's trails, so leave Fido at home.Drive time from Denver: 1 hour, 40 minutes

Notes: Explore this road — which is a mix of pavement and dirt — by car or bike . Also called the Road to Marble, this roadway is about 12 miles long from Evergreen Lane in south Carbondale to the split at Forest Road 317 through Marble and Crystal. Drive slowly here, especially on the rocky terrain and when passing traffic moving in the opposite direction.

Notes: This is Colorado’s oldest scenic byway . It winds about 60 miles though national forests along the Front Range. There are multiple spots along the way — including Rocky Mountain National Park and Golden Gate Canyon State Park — where you can get out to see more golden aspens on foot. Click here for details.Drive time from Denver: 5 hours, 40 minutes

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