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1. Maroon Bells
Celebrated as the most photographed place in Colorado, the two massive, snow-veined peaks known as the Maroon Bells near Aspen are breathtaking to shoot during any season. For a rarer image, make your way to the 14,000-foot peaks during the wintertime, when snow blankets the neighboring White River National Forest and the area is only accessible by cross-country skis, snowshoes or snowmobile. Note: Maroon Bells reservations are recommended May through October.
2. Colorado Ski Resorts
Post an action shot of yourself enjoying a powder day at one of Colorado’s ski areas and resorts to instantly attract envious comments from your friends and acquaintances. And with 27 winter playgrounds to choose from, you’ll never snap the same photo twice.
3. Frisco Bay Marina
During the summer months, iridescent Dillon Reservoir is a flawless mirror for the sailboats parked at Frisco Bay Marina in Frisco and the surrounding alpine landscape. Rent a boat, canoe or kayak to paddle your way to the best shots.
4. Downtown Durango
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, downtown Durango encapsulates southwest Colorado’s everlasting Western spirit. The area brims with laid-back restaurants, art galleries, museums and boutiques. And the stately 1887 Strater Hotel — once frequented by railroad barons and other well-to-do patrons — always begs to be photographed; try capturing the Victorian gem at sunrise or sunset when the lighting is just right.
5. San Juan Skyway
Lauded for its knockout views, the San Juan Skyway travels through the super-photogenic mountain towns of Durango, Silverton, Telluride and Ouray. Cruise the scenic and historic highway in autumn to nab eyefuls of the mesmerizing color-changing foliage. Prepare to use #nofilter.
6. Union Station
Built in 1881 to accommodate the train-travel boom, the romance and grandeur of Denver’s lovingly restored Union Station can be captured from many viewpoints. The building’s exterior remains one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, while the elegant interior boasts endless photo ops, from the Terminal Bar — an old ticket station turned slick watering hole — to the luxurious Crawford Hotel, which pays tribute to Pullman-era train travel.
