There are few things more magical than spending a weekend in nature in the mountains. Over the summer, a few friends and I went to Twin lakes for a long weekend of camping, cooking over a fire, off-roading, and incredible views.

Despite a close encounter with a bear, the entire weekend went off without a hitch, resulting in some absolutely incredible views.

If you’re interested in getting the most out of a weekend in the Rocky Mountains, Leadville and Twin Lakes is absolutely worth a visit.