If you need to take a breather from ticking things off your to-do list, find a shady patch to sit at Carter Lake Reservoir. Bring a few snacks or a good book ... This is your time to chill!
This body of water in Colorado is well-liked by many travelers, so make sure it features on your travel itinerary. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are plenty more spots waiting for you to discover after Carter Lake Reservoir. Carter Lake County Park, Devil's Backbone Nature Trail, and Mariana Butte Golf Course are close by.