Hashtag Colorado Life

From wild west stories to gold rush ghost towns, Colorado is known for its colorful history. And Doc Holliday’s story is no different. Doc Holliday is well-known for being a dentist, gambler and gunfighter in the late 1800’s. Visiting his grave is one of the top attractions in Glenwood Springs. In this episode, you will learn more about Colorado and the iconic story of Doc Holliday, how he died, and how to visit his tombstone.

Show Notes

#41: From wild west stories to gold rush ghost towns, Colorado is known for its colorful history. And Doc Holliday’s story is no different. Doc Holliday is well-known for being a dentist, gambler and gunfighter in the late 1800’s. Visiting his grave is one of the top attractions in Glenwood Springs.

In this episode, you will learn more about Colorado and the iconic story of Doc Holliday, how he died, and how to visit his tombstone. Ryan and Carrie share details of Doc’s life and death, as well as where he is buried.

The hike up to Doc Holliday’s grave is no easy feat. However, this fun and free walk ends with a beautiful view overlooking Glenwood Springs below, as well as tons of historical stories seen throughout Linwood Cemetery.

While in the city, you can learn more about Doc Holliday’s life thanks to the Doc Holliday Museum. This is a standalone museum dedicated to the life and artifacts of Doc Holliday, right in the heart of downtown Glenwood Springs.

For more information and resources about exploring Colorado, visit our website at HashtagColoradoLife.com or @HashtagColoradoLife on Instagram.

What is Hashtag Colorado Life?

The #ColoradoLife travel podcast is for natives and newcomers who want to explore this beautiful state like a local. Ryan, born and raised in CO, and Carrie, a Texas transplant, are a husband and wife team who have fun in the Centennial State! Together, they’ve lived in all three major cities along the Rocky Mountains -- from Denver to Boulder, they now reside in The Springs. Their goal with the Hashtag Colorado Life podcast is to inspire you to get outside, connect with local business owners, discover local food, and enjoy accessible adventures. You’ll discover the best destinations, things to do, places to eat, and all around living for this great square state, as told from the perspective of both a local and a newbie. Whether you're just visiting, or a long-time resident, you can create an amazing bucket list of what to do and where to go in Colorado.