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Colorado's 'other' sand dunes; New predator to be reintroduced; Snow outlook; 45-mile trail nears completion; & More

The OutThere Colorado Podcast

Release Date: 01/19/2026

Major reservoir to be drained (and closed); Lyme disease in CO?; Expensive trail grows; Annual camping report; & More show art Major reservoir to be drained (and closed); Lyme disease in CO?; Expensive trail grows; Annual camping report; & More

The OutThere Colorado Podcast

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about The Dyrt's 2026 'Camping Report,' what's perhaps Colorado's 'most expensive' trail and the latest developments, reports that Lyme disease has made it to Colorado, a popular reservoir that's set to close after draining, major improvements coming to a mountainside zoo, and more.

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Hunter missing near 14er; Pros and cons of 'pay-to-play'; TV series features Colorado; Top aprés-ski spots; & More show art Hunter missing near 14er; Pros and cons of 'pay-to-play'; TV series features Colorado; Top aprés-ski spots; & More

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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the pros and cons of 'pay-to-play' in outdoor recreation, a 27-year-old turkey hunter who went missing in the area of a 14,000-foot peak, a potential expansion for Colorado Gators Reptile Park, changes that may impact access in Summit County, a hit new series that features Colorado, top 'apres ski spots,' and more.

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70-vehicle pile-up; 9 'red rock' destinations around Colorado; New wildfire; 3 waves of snow possible; & More show art 70-vehicle pile-up; 9 'red rock' destinations around Colorado; New wildfire; 3 waves of snow possible; & More

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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a massive 70-vehicle pile-up that caused chaos on I-70, 'red rock' destinations to visit this summer, recent snowfall and what might be in store for the rest of the month (plus a snowpack update), a new fire that's sparked, and more. 

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Clothing-optional hot spring; Haunted mansion for rent; Colorado & the Civil War; Pay-to-play pros and cons; & More show art Clothing-optional hot spring; Haunted mansion for rent; Colorado & the Civil War; Pay-to-play pros and cons; & More

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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a clothing-optional hot spring destination, a mountain lion that was spotted in a historic part of Colorado Springs, Colorado's role in the Civil War, a haunted mansion that's renting out rooms, pay-to-play in the outdoor recreation space, Colorado Springs and the development of its biking infrastructure, Seth's trip to Golden, Spencer's trip to Cañon City, charges filed in the fatal snow plow crash, and more.

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Best waterfalls; Top MTN biking towns; Colorado's 'most difficult' hike; and more show art Best waterfalls; Top MTN biking towns; Colorado's 'most difficult' hike; and more

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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the state's top mountain bike towns, the best waterfalls to track down, Colorado's many 'staircase' hikes and whether or not a certain route is the most difficult hike in the state, Manitou Springs, and more.

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Iconic road to reopen; Lawsuit over lift ticket prices; States's next big attraction?; High-elevation mountain town to visit; & More show art Iconic road to reopen; Lawsuit over lift ticket prices; States's next big attraction?; High-elevation mountain town to visit; & More

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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about an iconic road reopening (soon) after long-term closure, a class action lawsuit related to lift ticket pricing, a new major attraction that's coming to a mountain town many overlook, the expansion of a national conservation area, several food recommendations, & more.

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Wild West saloons from the 1800s; Big snow closing in?; Must-try Mexican bakery; 14er land acquisition; & More show art Wild West saloons from the 1800s; Big snow closing in?; Must-try Mexican bakery; 14er land acquisition; & More

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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a recent Forest Service land acquistion on a Colorado 14er, big snow that MIGHT be on the way, ski resorts closing early, the state's oldest bars, 'inconvenient' mountain drives, a new wildfire near Colorado Springs (UPDATE: containment has increased, evacuations lifted – as of last report), a Colorado Springs comedy spot, and more.

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Vanlife insights from entrepreneur who went from world of finance to life on the road show art Vanlife insights from entrepreneur who went from world of finance to life on the road

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In this special episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer sits down with David Ramsay – founder and Chief Visionary Officer of DM Vans – to chat about how someone from the finance world in New York City ended up discovering life on the road and ultimately building a Colorado-based camper van company with his co-founder, Matt. From memorable moments to mishaps and from common vanlife pitfalls to tips that make the lifestyle more enjoyable, this conversation is a great listen for 'van-curious' folk and anyone else who might be interested in hearing more about what life on the road is...

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'Loneliest' road trip; Stunning creek might not appear this year; RMNP slips in popularity; Pizza recommendations (Pt. 2); & More show art 'Loneliest' road trip; Stunning creek might not appear this year; RMNP slips in popularity; Pizza recommendations (Pt. 2); & More

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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about America's 'loneliest road trip' and how it cuts through Colorado, how an annual natural phenomenon might not appear this year, national park visitation dipping at several Colorado spots, more pizza recommendations (back by popular demand), e-bike news related to some stunning Colorado trails, and more.

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Avalanche death; Netflix's top movie is set in CO; Park once a landfill; Drought rises; & More show art Avalanche death; Netflix's top movie is set in CO; Park once a landfill; Drought rises; & More

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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Tim Page – the show's audio and video producer – chat about a recent avalanche death that occurred in Colorado, a popular open space that was once a landfill, how Netflix's most popular movie is set in the Centennial State, winds hitting more than 100 miles per hour, the current drought and snowpack status, and more.

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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about Colorado's next 'reintroduced' predator, the 'other' sand dunes (that allows vehicles on the sand), major updates at various recreation areas, a restaurant with a stunning view, the snow outlook, and more.