A Colorado fall road trip should be on everyone’s bucket list. 🍂 Follow @americantravelarchives for more hidden gems and bucket list adventures across the U.S. There’s a short window every year — just a few golden weeks — when the mountains glow, the air turns crisp, and the roads feel like they were made for slow drives and scenic pull-offs. Here’s how to make the most of it: 📍 Estes Park – Start in this mountain town where elk roam freely and the aspens light up Rocky Mountain National Park.