Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Other cold-weather precautions include keeping a sleeping bag, warm clothing, extra food, a windshield ice-scraper, a
snow shovel, flares and an extra set of gloves and boots in the trunk for emergencies.
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Colorado doesn't require motorcycle riders over 18 years to wear helmets, but it's highly recommended.
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Weather is a serious factor, especially in winter. For road and travel information and state highway patrol information
dial
877-315-7623.
Hitchhiking
Hitchhiking is illegal in Colorado. Pedestrians on the highway must walk in the opposite direction of traffic.
Train
Rail service within Colorado is very limited beyond the interstate options.
Tourist trains include the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad in southern Colorado, the Georgetown Loop,
the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad from Antonito to Chama in New Mexico, and the Pikes Peak Cog Railway in
Manitou Springs. Although they are tourist trains, the Durango and Cumbres lines allow hikers and anglers access to
wilderness areas.
