Horseback riding is a great way to see the mountains and land up close. If you do Colorado is the place to be. Aspens flourish in Colorado's high altitude. During the fall the Aspens turn a very bright yellow. During the fall, the Aspens are the main attraction.
Wildlife is very abundant in Colorado.
Elf, Mule Deer, Mountain Lion, Black Bear, and Moose just to name a few. You can see wildlife from the road, or if you like to see animals up close in their natural habitat you can hike a trail to see wildlife. Any way you are likely to see something. In the national parks, wildlife is extremely abundant . So if you are an animal lover or just enjoy nature, Colorado is the place the be.