Colorado

From the Pueblos to the cowboys to modern explorers and climbers, Colorado's mountainous majesty has played host to countless proud inhabitants for thousands of years. The Rocky Mountain state continues to grow rapidly, praised for its year-round pleasant climate, healthy attitudes and potential for adventure. Almost all activity begins and ends with the outdoors, where the prospect of hiking, cycling, skiing, trekking, camping, and river rafting hypnotize visitors into adoring the area's natural beauty. If you're not convinced, ask a Coloradan and they'll be the first to insist why their state is the finest in the union.