Guidebook for Denver
Food Scene
Maria Empanada
1298 S BroadwayStella's Gourmet Coffee and Such
1476 S Pearl StDenver Biscuit Company
3237 E Colfax AveBreakfast is awesome!
The Saucy Noodle
727 S University BlvdBest Italian food if you love garlic.
St Mark's Coffee House
2019 East 17th AvenueBenny's Restaurant & Cantina
301 E 7th AveRio Grande Mexican Restaurant
1745 Blake StLittle India Downtown Denver
1533 Champa StLittle Man Ice Cream
2620 16th StLinger
2030 W 30th AveAvanti Food and Beverage
3200 North Pecos Street
Sushi Den
1487 S Pearl StWash Perk
853 E Ohio AveAzucar Bakery
1886 S BroadwayDuffeyroll Cafe Bakery
1290 S Pearl StParks & Nature
City Park
2001 Colorado Blvd
Washington Park
Roxborough State Park
4751 Roxborough DrGreat hiking and wildlife
The Hanging Lake Trail is amazing. Find out how to get there: http://www.visitglenwood.com/things-to-do/hanging-lake
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Hanging Lake
The Hanging Lake Trail is amazing. Find out how to get there: http://www.visitglenwood.com/things-to-do/hanging-lake
The hike to Mills Lake is one of the most scenic in Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s a moderate 5.3 mile round-trip trek that winds past Alberta Falls, a mesmerizing 30-foot waterfall that’s one of the park’s most popular features, with people gathering to snack on backpack picnics while sitting on rocks near the tumbling waters.
The trail crosses the footbridge over Glacier Creek, and when you reach Mills Lake, it’s a good place to picnic and savor the view.
The alpine lake is fringed by such peaks as the 13,497-foot Pagoda Mountain, the 12,668-foot Thatchtop Mountain and the 13,579-foot Chiefs Head Peak.
Mills Lake
The hike to Mills Lake is one of the most scenic in Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s a moderate 5.3 mile round-trip trek that winds past Alberta Falls, a mesmerizing 30-foot waterfall that’s one of the park’s most popular features, with people gathering to snack on backpack picnics while sitting on rocks near the tumbling waters.
The trail crosses the footbridge over Glacier Creek, and when you reach Mills Lake, it’s a good place to picnic and savor the view.
The alpine lake is fringed by such peaks as the 13,497-foot Pagoda Mountain, the 12,668-foot Thatchtop Mountain and the 13,579-foot Chiefs Head Peak.
The rare and delicate calypso orchid can be spotted on a wildflower hike to Calypso Cascades and Ouzel Falls in Rocky Mountain National Park. Also called the fairy slipper orchid, this wildflower isn’t always easy to find — it often hides beneath trees, tucked into shady spots.
Fellow hikers who find them are eager to show them off. Late June and early July is the best time to see the calypso orchid.
But there are dozens of other wildflowers to see on this round-trip hike, which is about 3.6 miles to Calypso Cascades and 5.4 miles to Ouzel Falls.
Ouzel Falls
The rare and delicate calypso orchid can be spotted on a wildflower hike to Calypso Cascades and Ouzel Falls in Rocky Mountain National Park. Also called the fairy slipper orchid, this wildflower isn’t always easy to find — it often hides beneath trees, tucked into shady spots.
Fellow hikers who find them are eager to show them off. Late June and early July is the best time to see the calypso orchid.
But there are dozens of other wildflowers to see on this round-trip hike, which is about 3.6 miles to Calypso Cascades and 5.4 miles to Ouzel Falls.
Bear Creek Trail at Lair o’ the Bear Park near Morrison is an easy, shady trail that’s popular with families because it’s got so much to offer.
There’s lots of shade, easy flat trails, woodlands and the cool burbling waters of Bear Creek, which attracts anglers.
There are also lots of wildflowers growing near the creek alongside cottonwood and box elders.
It’s also got picnic tables and permanent charcoal grills.
Bear Creek Trail
Bear Creek TrailBear Creek Trail at Lair o’ the Bear Park near Morrison is an easy, shady trail that’s popular with families because it’s got so much to offer.
There’s lots of shade, easy flat trails, woodlands and the cool burbling waters of Bear Creek, which attracts anglers.
There are also lots of wildflowers growing near the creek alongside cottonwood and box elders.
It’s also got picnic tables and permanent charcoal grills.
Cherry Creek State Park
4201 S Parker RdChatfield State Park
Chatfield State ParkFor many hikers, the destination of this trail is The Royal Arch, a 20-foot span of sandstone that soars overhead. The view from this spot gives a birds-eye view of Boulder, along with the plains and foothills of the Front Range.
Located in Boulder’s Chautauqua Park, the Royal Arch Trail is a 3.4 mile out-and-back hike that’s rated moderate to difficult. It’s often crowded in summer, so hiking on a weekday or early mornings on weekends is a smart way to avoid human traffic jams.
But if the Royal Arch Trail seems too ambitious, there are easier trails in Chautauqua Park, located at Grant and Baseline streets.
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Royal Arch Trail
Royal Arch TrailFor many hikers, the destination of this trail is The Royal Arch, a 20-foot span of sandstone that soars overhead. The view from this spot gives a birds-eye view of Boulder, along with the plains and foothills of the Front Range.
Located in Boulder’s Chautauqua Park, the Royal Arch Trail is a 3.4 mile out-and-back hike that’s rated moderate to difficult. It’s often crowded in summer, so hiking on a weekday or early mornings on weekends is a smart way to avoid human traffic jams.
But if the Royal Arch Trail seems too ambitious, there are easier trails in Chautauqua Park, located at Grant and Baseline streets.
This state park, just a 30-minute drive from Denver, stretches over nearly 12,000 acres with 36 miles of hiking trails for all different levels. It’s a favorite of many hikers because of its natural treasures: scenic views of the snow-topped Front Range, thick forests, meadows fringed with aspen trees and peaceful creeks.
Raccoon Trail, a 2.5 mile loop of moderate intensity, is one of the most popular trails, winding through groves of white fir, aspen, blue spruce and lodgepole pine.
Perhaps the best part is that the trail starts and ends at Panorama Point, a scenic overlook with a breathtaking mountain view of a 100-mile span of the Continental Divide, and a map that identifies each peak.
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Golden Gate Canyon State Park
92 Crawford Gulch RdThis state park, just a 30-minute drive from Denver, stretches over nearly 12,000 acres with 36 miles of hiking trails for all different levels. It’s a favorite of many hikers because of its natural treasures: scenic views of the snow-topped Front Range, thick forests, meadows fringed with aspen trees and peaceful creeks.
Raccoon Trail, a 2.5 mile loop of moderate intensity, is one of the most popular trails, winding through groves of white fir, aspen, blue spruce and lodgepole pine.
Perhaps the best part is that the trail starts and ends at Panorama Point, a scenic overlook with a breathtaking mountain view of a 100-mile span of the Continental Divide, and a map that identifies each peak.
Ancient bristlecone pines are among Colorado’s rare treasures — gnarled trees with twisted trunks, some about 1,600 years old, among the oldest tree species in the world.
You can hike among these trees in the Mount Goliath Research Natural Area, which is devoted to the study of the Rocky Mountain bristlecone pine tree. It’s located on the Mount Evans Scenic Byway, and the Pesman Trail leads 1.4 miles into the center of the ancient forest.
There are also shorter loops, like the Bristlecone Loop and the Alpine Loop, a moderate hike that is a lovely wildflower hike through the ancient pine trees, from July through mid-August.
Mount Goliath Natural Area
Mount Blue Sky RoadAncient bristlecone pines are among Colorado’s rare treasures — gnarled trees with twisted trunks, some about 1,600 years old, among the oldest tree species in the world.
You can hike among these trees in the Mount Goliath Research Natural Area, which is devoted to the study of the Rocky Mountain bristlecone pine tree. It’s located on the Mount Evans Scenic Byway, and the Pesman Trail leads 1.4 miles into the center of the ancient forest.
There are also shorter loops, like the Bristlecone Loop and the Alpine Loop, a moderate hike that is a lovely wildflower hike through the ancient pine trees, from July through mid-August.
It’s just a few miles outside the charming town of Evergreen, but it gives a sense of being away from all the urban bustle and has nearly 15 miles of trails on 770 acres.
You can walk through meadows rich with wildflowers in early summer, and spot a variety of birds, including red-shafted flickers, mountain bluebirds and Cooper’s hawks.
Alder Three Sisters Trail is a 6.9 mile loop with great views of Mount Evans and Mount Bierstadt. There’s also a short scenic trail spur before you make the top that’s well worth checking it out.
There are lots of different trails to choose from, including the Hidden Fawn Trail, which is flat and features lots of wildflowers and mature pine stands.
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Alderfer / Three Sisters Park East Trailhead
30357 Buffalo Park RdIt’s just a few miles outside the charming town of Evergreen, but it gives a sense of being away from all the urban bustle and has nearly 15 miles of trails on 770 acres.
You can walk through meadows rich with wildflowers in early summer, and spot a variety of birds, including red-shafted flickers, mountain bluebirds and Cooper’s hawks.
Alder Three Sisters Trail is a 6.9 mile loop with great views of Mount Evans and Mount Bierstadt. There’s also a short scenic trail spur before you make the top that’s well worth checking it out.
There are lots of different trails to choose from, including the Hidden Fawn Trail, which is flat and features lots of wildflowers and mature pine stands.
St. Mary’s Glacier Loop near Idaho Springs, located in the Arapaho National Forest, is a 1.6 mile hike with beautiful views of the sparkling, glacier-fed lake that’s fringed with willow trees and wildflowers.
The trail is often rocky, which makes it an easy-to-moderate hike, and hiking boots are recommended.
Once you reach the lake, you can hike the trail up to the glacier, which is basically a snow field, with bighorn sheep, mountain goats and elk often spotted in the area.
There are so many picturesque views on this day hike that’s relatively short and easy, which makes it a favorite.
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St. Mary's Glacier
7599 Fall River RoadSt. Mary’s Glacier Loop near Idaho Springs, located in the Arapaho National Forest, is a 1.6 mile hike with beautiful views of the sparkling, glacier-fed lake that’s fringed with willow trees and wildflowers.
The trail is often rocky, which makes it an easy-to-moderate hike, and hiking boots are recommended.
Once you reach the lake, you can hike the trail up to the glacier, which is basically a snow field, with bighorn sheep, mountain goats and elk often spotted in the area.
There are so many picturesque views on this day hike that’s relatively short and easy, which makes it a favorite.
One of the things people love most about hiking in Elk Meadow Park in Evergreen is the chance to spot herds of elk grazing at the edge of the forests, just as they have in that area for centuries.
Wildlife includes mountain bluebirds flitting through forests and red-tailed hawks soaring overhead.
There are a mix of trails, from easy to strenuous. They include flat terrain, rolling hills, meadows with July wildflowers, and tougher hikes — like the Bergen Peak Trail, which has more than 1,700 feet of elevation gain and views of Pikes Peak, Mount Evans and the Continental Divide.
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Elk Meadow Park Stagecoach Trailhead
32281 Stagecoach BlvdOne of the things people love most about hiking in Elk Meadow Park in Evergreen is the chance to spot herds of elk grazing at the edge of the forests, just as they have in that area for centuries.
Wildlife includes mountain bluebirds flitting through forests and red-tailed hawks soaring overhead.
There are a mix of trails, from easy to strenuous. They include flat terrain, rolling hills, meadows with July wildflowers, and tougher hikes — like the Bergen Peak Trail, which has more than 1,700 feet of elevation gain and views of Pikes Peak, Mount Evans and the Continental Divide.
The Boulder Canyon Trail is a 1.9 mile trail that follows along Boulder Creek. The trail connects with the Boulder Creek Path into Boulder.
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Boulder Canyon Trail
Boulder Creek PathThe Boulder Canyon Trail is a 1.9 mile trail that follows along Boulder Creek. The trail connects with the Boulder Creek Path into Boulder.
Arts & Culture
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts
1101 13th StBluebird Teater
3317 E Colfax AveRed Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda Parkway
Denver Art Museum
100 W 14th Ave PkwyMuseum of Contemporary Art Denver
1485 Delgany StDenver Museum of Nature & Science
2001 Colorado BlvdDrinks & Nightlife
Occidental
1950 W 32nd AveHousemade mules are DELICIOUS!
This is an iconic piano sing-along bar. So much fun! 2-for-1 happy hour starts at 10:30 PM.
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Katie Mullen's Irish Restaurant & Pub
1550 Court PlThis is an iconic piano sing-along bar. So much fun! 2-for-1 happy hour starts at 10:30 PM.
Hudson Hill
619 E 13th AveWine bar with the best grilled cheese on earth.
Enter through the ice cream shop on the street and press the doorbell by the big freezer door inside. Yes, it's a secret bar you can only access through the freezer. Wait for someone to come out and put you on the list.
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Retrograde
530 E 19th AveEnter through the ice cream shop on the street and press the doorbell by the big freezer door inside. Yes, it's a secret bar you can only access through the freezer. Wait for someone to come out and put you on the list.
The Matador
3496 W 32nd AveAmazing margaritas!
The Thin Man
2015 E 17th AveChill spot with housemade liquors.
Prost Brewing Co. & Biergarten - Denver
2540 19th StAle House
2501 16th StDenver Beer Company
1695 Platte StRock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
1001 100Stem Ciders
3040 Walnut StBreckenridge Brewery
2920 Brewery LnHistorians Ale House
24 BroadwayRooftop is great
Telegraph Neighborhood Bistro & Bar
295 South Pennsylvania StreetPhysic Opera cranks the time dial back to the mid-1800s, with the establishment operating as a gathering place for artists, musicians, writers, deep thinkers, and drinkers.
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Syntax Physic Opera
554 S BroadwayPhysic Opera cranks the time dial back to the mid-1800s, with the establishment operating as a gathering place for artists, musicians, writers, deep thinkers, and drinkers.
Entertainment & Activities
This is a fun place to get drinks and play games with friends.
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Punch Bowl Social Denver
65 BroadwayThis is a fun place to get drinks and play games with friends.
Wynkoop Brewing Company
1634 18th StKeystone Resort
100 Dercum SquareRegal UA Denver Pavilions & RPX
500 16th St MallSightseeing
Coors Field
2001 Blake St
Denver Botaniske Have
1007 York St
Denver Zoo
2300 Steele StMolly Brown House Museum
1340 Pennsylvania StFrom I-70 take Exit 240 and then Colorado Hwy. 103 to Echo Lake Mount Evans Scenic Byway, the highest paved road in North America, climbs 9,000 feet from Denver, passing through five life zones en route to the 14,264-foot high summit. This is one of Colorado's 54 fourteeners (peaks that climb to 14,000 feet and above), and one of only two in the nation that you can drive up. Stop at Echo Lake along the way for hiking trails, fishing, picnic tables and an unusual eight-sided log cabin restaurant. At timberline, Denver Botanic Gardens maintains a trail that winds through wildflowers. Due to snow, the Mount Evans Highway is generally open to the top only between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
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Mount Evans
From I-70 take Exit 240 and then Colorado Hwy. 103 to Echo Lake Mount Evans Scenic Byway, the highest paved road in North America, climbs 9,000 feet from Denver, passing through five life zones en route to the 14,264-foot high summit. This is one of Colorado's 54 fourteeners (peaks that climb to 14,000 feet and above), and one of only two in the nation that you can drive up. Stop at Echo Lake along the way for hiking trails, fishing, picnic tables and an unusual eight-sided log cabin restaurant. At timberline, Denver Botanic Gardens maintains a trail that winds through wildflowers. Due to snow, the Mount Evans Highway is generally open to the top only between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Colorado State Capitol
200 E Colfax AveLower Highlands
South Pearl Street
South Pearl StreetLarimer Square
1430 Larimer St
LoDo
Confluence Park
2250 15th StGeorgetown
Black Hawk
Casinos
Boulder
Idaho Springs
Shopping
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
3000 E 1st AvePark Meadows Mall station
Denver Pavilions
500 16th St MallTattered Cover Book Store - Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St