Cripple Creek has always had the allure of riches, first as a gold mining town and now as a gambling haven. Cripple Creek came to life after cowboy Bob Womack discovered gold in Poverty Gulch in 1890.

Charge up the camera and set aside a day to take in the most beautiful season in Colorado. October is the ideal time for Coloradans to soak up the most vivid colors of the year. Aspens will be shining ...

One of Cripple Creek’s famous donkeys brays during this photo, making it seem like he’s grinning for an Instagram post. The herd will be celebrated during Fall Fest Oct. 4-5. (Photo by Sonja Oliver) ...