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Pub. Date
2007.
Description
The Colorado Scenic and Historic Byways Program is a statewide partnership intended to provide recreational, educational and economic benefits to Coloradans and visitors. This system of outstanding touring routes in Colorado affords the traveler interpretation and identification of key points of interest and services while providing for the protection of significant resources.
Pub. Date
2015.
Description
The primary purpose of this document is to provide economic development strategies for landowners along Colorado scenic byways that are compatible with the preservation of open, scenic landscapes and working farms and ranches. This document has specific strategies tailored to the Gold Belt, Collegiate Peaks and Frontier Pathways Byways as well as general strategies that can be considered by other Colorado byways as they fit with their specific resources,...
Pub. Date
2007.
Description
Colorado’s outstanding Scenic Byways provide some of the finest “back roads” adventures available in the country, giving travelers a chance to slow down and experience the natural and cultural resources that make Colorado great. While scenery and history have traditionally been the reason for byway designation, these byways are also excellent in their wildlife viewing potential. Development of Watchable Wildlife (WW) sites along our scenic highways...
Pub. Date
1999.
Description
Come with us and explore an area steeped in the Spanish Colonial Culture, whose roots go back in time to 1598. Explore Indian cultures going back to the prehistoric time of Bison Taylori and Folsom Man. Visit the sites of the old Spanish trails, old Spanish forts, acequias, livestock trails, and discover the churches that provided the impetus for exploration and Settlement. During your journey study the old trapper's creeks, and precious metal mines...
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Pub. Date
1993.
Description
In October 1992, representatives from 19 of Colorado's scenic and historic highways and byways agreed to adopt the Byway Management Planning Framework. Before proceeding with implementation, the Commission conducted a survey about community partnerships, byway status and future needs. The intent was to assess: a) levels of community awareness, involvement and interest in the local byway; b) the extent key recreation and tourism sectors were represented...
Pub. Date
2013.
Description
The Scenic and Historic Byways program is a statewide partnership that provides many benefits to Coloradans. The program features outstanding touring routes all across the state that offer travelers interpretation and identification of key points of interest and services along safe and accessible travel ways, while also helping to protect historic monuments, significant viewsheds, and important environmental resources. This report offers an overview...
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Pub. Date
2004.
Description
The West Elk Loop Scenic and Historic Byway consists of a 204-mile loop. A trail along the byway corridor was originally proposed by the corridor management plan in 2000. Objectives of this document include documentation of major considerations in trails planning, and identification of potential resources for its development.
Pub. Date
2013.
Description
Wayshowing is a collection of maps, signs and electronic media that have been developed to aid travelers in their journey. A system of such information is critical to help travelers successfully choose a destination and plan their itineraries as well as to help them navigate once they arrive. As such, efforts to enhance a regional tourism economy must consider the strengths and deficiencies of existing wayshowing elements located along the full length...
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