Do you ever wish you could escape this mundane world, and go to a land of pure fantasy? This isn’t just a dream, folks, as Colorado has several wonderful places to escape to, including this fairy gnome wonderland that is nothing short of magical:

Welcome to the northern Colorado town of Red Feather Lakes, which is home to 525 residents, several shops and restaurants, and...
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...the magical Elf Lane!
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Situated on a 0.25-mile dirt trail, Elf Lane is home to countless gnomes, fairies, and elves - most of which are hiding out along the path.
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While it is by no means a difficult hike, it is by far one of the most fun and is perfect for both the novices and experts.
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Originally created by a few NoCo locals, Elk Lane continues to grow by the day, with several visitors dropping off gnomes and fairies of their own to live in these magical woods.
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When you visit, make sure to keep the area clear of trash and please do not touch or move any of the fairy tale residents so that future visitors can enjoy the experience too.
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In addition to searching for these hundreds of magical creatures, make sure to keep your eyes peeled for wildlife roaming around the area!
Elf Lane is located between Apache Lake and Hiawatha Lake, and can be found across the street from Main Street on the Hiawatha Highway.
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While you’ll never want to leave this whimsical hidden gem, Elf Lane does not allow non-gnome residents (AKA humans) to live in these magical woods.
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Believe us, we checked… and we’re only allowed to visit for the day.

Address: Red Feather Lakes, CO 80545

For more information about Elf Lane in Red Feather Lakes, check out its Facebook page here.

If you’ve never visited Red Feather Lakes, make a whole day out of your visit by checking out Elf Lane and then taking in the jaw-dropping Great Stupa of Dharmakaya and the nearby Roosevelt National Forest.

For even more magical spots around the Centennial State, check out these 13 Fascinating Spots In Colorado That Are Straight Out Of A Fairy Tale.

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