Tourists come to Colorado in droves every year to see for themselves what this beautiful state has to offer. Besides having some of the finest restaurants and best ski conditions in the country, Colorado is known for its nightlife, its fine arts and culture and just about any outdoor activity that you could imagine! Eastern Colorado is an area of the state that while quieter, is just as beautiful and should be explored during any trip to Colorado. Many people view Eastern Colorado as an area of the state that simply serves as a thoroughfare to other areas of the state, such as the exciting city of Denver or the high tops of the Rocky Mountains. However, these flat and peaceful lands hold many treasures that are only waiting to be discovered!

As visitors begin to travel through Eastern Colorado, which takes up one third of the state, they will be amazed at the flatness of the land that serves as a beautiful contrast to the rest of the state, which is filled with the mountain range. In the northeast there is the small town of Sterling, which is rich with the story of the land’s past. The Overland Trail Museum is here and it holds many Native American artifacts. Near to Sterling is the small town of Crook. Crook may be one of the most interesting towns in the Eastern Plains because it is here that visitors can stop in at the Tamarack Ranch State Wildlife Area. This non-profit organization is not only dedicated to educating visitors about wildlife but also has many outdoor activities including boating, biking, and horseback riding. There are also many services available here that tourists will find especially helpful including a visitor’s center, a campground, electrical hookups, restrooms and showers. Travelers are also bound to bump into the Pawnee National Grassland, which seems to stretch on endlessly and can be a great place to bird watch or simply take in the beautiful surroundings and stop for a moment to catch one’s breath.

Eastern Colorado, although it may be quieter than the rest of the state, is a region that is filled with some of the most breathtaking natural beauty that can’t be found in many other areas of the world. The Eastern Plains is an area where tourists can escape the noise and businesses of other areas of the state and enjoy a quiet beauty that provides a chance to truly relax and unwind.