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Unlock the Magic: Northern Lights Shine Over Colorado’s Wild Landscapes Have you ever dreamed of witnessing the breathtaking Northern Lights firsthand? While the auroras are most famously seen in Alaska and Scandinavia, Colorado’s Black Hills and rolling wilderness regions offer surprisingly spectacular opportunities to catch this celestial spectacle—especially during dark, clear winter nights. Pack your gear and prepare to unlock the magic as we explore how the Northern Lights illuminate Colorado’s wild landscapes. ### Experience the Aurora in Colorado’s Outdoor Sanctuary Colorado’s dark skies—away from city lights—create an ideal setting for viewing the aurora borealis. Places like Colorado Springs’ Cheyenne Mountain Zoo area, the remote trails of Estes Park’s Boulder Pinion Road, or the vast solitude of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park provide stunning backdrops where the green, purple, and crimson lights dance above ancient pines and snow-draped peaks.