Colorado Mountain Hiking

I've heard about dream canyon. I have not found it. I am interested in a quiet place to hike for a while without running into people that are offended, or want to arrest/cite me. I've been looking for areas that are heavily forested as well,...

Anyone know any fairly secluded areas to hike relatively close to Vail, Frisco, or Breckenridge? I'm hoping to get a short, safe stroll through the woods somewhere.

Not really a hiking trip, but I was planning on going to the GNI Jingle Balls party this Saturday, anyone else going?