Thanks for visiting the Colorado information page! If you're looking for information about Colorado, you've come to the right place. Here you will find information about Colorado's history, facts, trivia and tips for scenic road trips. If you are considering moving to Colorado you might be interested in our tips to help you get started, including a moving checklist and information about Colorado home and auto insurance.
The state of Colorado encompasses 104,185 square miles and is ranked 8th in the nation's total area. It was the 38th state to enter the union on August 1, 1876. Colorado, meaning red colored in Spanish, was named after the ground, which is a reddish color.
- The United States Air Force Academy is located in Colorado Springs.
- Colorado contains 75% of the land area of the U.S. with an altitude over 10,000 feet.
- Katherine Lee Bates wrote "America the Beautiful" after being inspired by the view from Pikes Peak.
- The world's largest natural hot springs pool located in Glenwood Springs.
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Driving in Colorado
Be prepared with need-to-know basics such as obtaining your driver's license, vehicle registration, and requirements for ID cards by visiting the Colorado Department of Revenue Division of Motor Vehicles online.

The First Step When Moving
Contact your Allstate agent or call 1-800-ALLSTATE (1-800-255-7828).
Things to Consider Before Moving
Will I need to change my insurance coverage? Should I buy or rent my new place? What can I afford? Relax! We'll help you sort through your
options.
Moving Tools and Tips
There's a lot to keep track of when you move. Our
checklists will help you so moving will be a breeze.
Always check out the
moving company's registration number, references and complaint history at
Relocation.com. This is important, even if your move is within Colorado.
Need an Insurance Policy in Colorado?
Find out if switching to Allstate might save you money by getting an
auto insurance quote today (it's easy!). You can also talk to an
Allstate agent right in your neighborhood or call
1-866-621-6900 to get a quote over the phone.
Some suggested scenic road trips.
Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Colorado State Tourism site.
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