In the mountains
Is a lovely garden
Colorado, beauteous
Haven of the west
Through her welcome arch
The tired tourist
Finds an oasis
Of peace and rest
In this garden
There is always sunshine
Happiness, good will
And blessings are rare
Rising in a cloud of benediction
To descend in frangrance
Through the air
May all those who wander
Through this garden
Breathe this air
From yonder snow capped crest
And enjoy
Each happy restful hour
And the sun sinks
In the golden west
– Susie Kerin
Alta Backcountry 