Buena Vista, Colorado

We spent the last half of our trip in Buena Vista, Colorado! Dale had been once before and I was really excited to spend a few days hiking and enjoying the hot springs. We arrived right after the sand dunes and immediately went in search of dinner before spending the evening relaxing at our apartment. We ate at Eddyline Brewery a couple times during our stay as well as at the beautiful Surf Hotel. I’m grateful there were a couple great outdoor dining options in town!

Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado
Letters Are Lovely | Buena Vista, Colorado

Our first full day in town was spent sleeping in, visiting the Mount Princeton Hot Springs, and driving through Cottonwood Pass. We were able to plan out our hikes for our last full day and truly relax, it was the best.

Great Sand Dunes National Park

After our time in Colorado Springs Dale and I headed to the Great Sand Dunes National Park! I’ve always wanted to visit and as we drove up I couldn’t believe how big the dunes were. Since we had plenty of time and the park was our main stop for the day we decided to hike up to the top of the dunes. I’ve never hiked through sand before and despite a few moments where I wasn’t sure I could make it the views from the top were more than worth it! However, my very favorite part was running down the dunes because the moving sand sort of propelled you forward as you ran. Checking off this national park and looking forward to the next one we have the opportunity to visit!

Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park
Letters Are Lovely | Great Sand Dunes National Park

Garden of the Gods

Dale and I’s first day of our Colorado road trip began at Garden of the Gods! I had been once before with my grandparents, but was excited to hike around the park with Dale. This was our first trip since Covid and we decided driving and staying in private Airbnb’s would be the best way to safely spend a week off. We had perfect early fall weather and I can’t wait to share more photos from our week in the mountains!

Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
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IMLetters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods
Letters Are Lovely | Garden of the Gods