6 Colorado adventures

• High But Dry Balloons

What: Float over the mountains in a hot air balloon! When you land, you get Champagne.

Contact: (719) 260-0011

How Much: $200 per person for a 1+ hour ride, deals for kids

Kid Friendly: Yes

• Adventures Out West

What: Hot air balloon flights, mountain jeep tours, segway tours, horseback rides, whitewater rafting, mountain biking, guided hikes, and other custom activities.

Contact: (800) 755-0935

How Much: Seriously varies. Go to www.adventuresoutwest.com for info

Kid Friendly: Yes

• Pikes Peak Mountain Bike Tours

What: Guided mountain bike tours with spectacular views.

Contact: (888) 593-3062

How Much: $50-$125

Kid Friendly: Big kids

• Challenge Unlimited

What: Ride down Pikes Peak, bike through history along Gold Camp Road, or take a multi-day tour through the mountains of Colorado.

Contact: (800) 798-5954

How Much: $35-$600

Kid Friendly: Big kids (at least 4' 11”)

• Academy Riding Stables

What: Take a journey back to the Old West and ride on horseback through beautiful Garden of the Gods or ride in a horse and carriage through Historic Old Colorado City.

Contact: (800) 700-0410

How Much: $41-$79

Kid Friendly: Yes

• Echo Canyon Rafting

What: Ride the whitewater! Anything from mild to wild, these trips are unforgettable.

Contact: (800) 755-3246

How Much: $79-$645

Kid Friendly: Yes (depending on the adventure you choose)

For more amazing outdoor adventures and a trail guide, visit OutThereColorado.com!