The Rocky Mountains soar from New Mexico all the way up to Northern Canada. En route, there are over 100 separate ranges that fall under the colloquial banner “Rockies.” Also spread across this spectacular landscape are tons of cool mountain towns. Places where the spirits are as high as the terrain, outdoor recreation is a way of life, and the scenery knocks your socks off. Being in the mountains has a similar appeal to heading to the beach. It’s an opportunity to strike up a new habit, and engage with life from a fresh perspective. Only instead of lethargic sunbathing, the call of adventure seems to bellow louder. These eight…