Frontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway
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Tracking History on the Frontier Pathways Scenic Byway

Feb 17, 2009

Have you ever wondered what the West looked like back when it was really, truly wild? Have you dared to imagine trekking through the Rockies without a flashlight, matches, or even a map? Feed your imagination with a dose of tangible history on your visit to the Frontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway, where you’ll discover the lives and legacies of several of Colorado’s first explorers and trappers.
Frontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway Overview

Sep 19, 2003

The Frontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway infuses history, nature, and recreation within its length. Stories of 19th Century people are scattered across the region and tell of survival and success. Follow in the footsteps of Native Americans, trappers, explorers, traders, miners, and farmers. Travel from place to place, allowing you to experience frontier life as they did.

2-Day Trip: Frontier Pathways Old West Tour

Go back in time to experience life in the Old West. Visit museums, ghost towns, and restored nineteenth-century buildings; explore the San Isabel National Forest and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Let history unfold along the Frontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway.