Many common stereotypes about Colorado are either exaggerated or just plain misleading. Here are 12 stereotypes about Colorado that should be put to rest immediately:
Stereotypes to Dismiss
Everyone in Colorado is a stoner. Marijuana is legal, but not every resident uses it—plenty don’t touch the stuff at all.
Denver is in the mountains. Denver sits on the plains near the foothills, not in the mountains themselves.
It’s always snowing and cold. Colorado has four seasons and plenty of sunshine, with winters often milder than expected and fast-melting snow.
Everyone is outdoorsy. While the outdoor culture is strong, not all Coloradans are hikers, climbers, or skiers—many just go about their daily lives.
Everyone drives a Subaru. This is a running joke, but there’s plenty of variety in vehicles across the state.
Coloradans are all hippies or health nuts. The state values local food and fitness, but people come from all backgrounds and lifestyles.
All Coloradans are beer snobs. Craft breweries are popular, but not everyone obsesses over small-batch IPAs.
Cowboy culture rules everywhere. The Old West spirit exists mainly in some rural parts and special events—not in everyday urban life.
Everyone owns a dog. There are lots of dogs, but plenty of residents are cat people… or have no pets at all.
Every day is an “adventure.” Many people simply work, commute, and relax at home, just like anywhere else.
Every resident attends Red Rocks concerts and festivals. Not all Coloradans hang out at legendary venues or music events year-round.
Everyone lives at high altitude. Cities like Denver are a mile high, but much of the population lives at lower elevations.
These myths don’t capture the true, diverse spirit of Colorado and overlook the everyday experiences of most residents.
SOURCES
(https://www.reddit.com/r/SameGrassButGreener/comments/17yjjrx/debunking_this_subreddits_strange/)(https://kool1079.com/myths-coloradans-hate/)
(https://www.movoto.com/guide/co/colorado-stereotypes/)
(https://thegroupinc.com/our-communities/stereotypes-of-coloradans-that-are-true/)(https://www.westword.com/news/popular-denver-stereotypes-are-largely-true-poll-finds-21314342)
