Look up any tour guide of Colorado, and you will find lavish ski resorts, epic hikes, stunning state parks, plus countless breweries and dispensaries. However, visitors may be interested in learning about Colorado’s lesser-known obscurities and eccentricities. So, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite Colorado obscure attractions for you to visit this Halloween season. Umi, the 21-foot Statue Photo Courtesy of theauorahighlands.com Where: Hogan Park, Highlands Creek The Lowdown: Take a trip to Hogan Park, just east of Denver, and meet Umi, the 21-foot-tall sculpture. Completed on August 19th by South African Daniel Popper, the statue of a woman sits with eyes closed, lips parted and hands rested in her lap. She is intertwined with branches, signifying the emergence of a woman and a tree. Inspired by “Gaia,” the goddess who nurtured life, the immersive art installation made a permanent home in Highlands Creek. Popper hopes the sculpture inspires the minds of Coloradans and tourists visiting the park. Gnome Road/Elf Lane Photo Courtesy of Atlas Obscura Where: Illy Road, Red Feathers Lake The Lowdown: If you’re going north to Red Feathers Lake, keep your eyes peeled for any signs of mythical creatures, especially gnomes. Known by locals as…
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Not Your Average Tour Guide: Colorado’s Obscure Attractions
