We don’t have to convince you that Colorado has world-class biking and skiing. With 850 miles of paved and off road bike trails, Denver has the largest bike trail system in the nation. But if you want a refreshing change, take a balloon or helicopter tour, and savor our panoramic landscapes and hundreds of peaks. Strap on your rollerblades and fly through Denver’s 200 parks. Kayak through the heart of downtown along the South Platte River. Or test your nerve on the white water rapids of nearby Clear Creek. With our legendary sunshine 300+ days a year, you can enjoy the outdoors all-year round.
HIKE like a local
What trails are a must-see? Where do you take your mom? Or your dog? Which one has the un-missable view, or the fierce finish?
Day Trips
If your are itching to try the air in the Rocky Mountains, your next great adventure is just around the bend or right over the next ridge. Check out these day trips and see for yourself what makes the Rockies so unique.
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Locals will tell you while we are well known for our elk, trout, Colorado lamb, beef, bison and even rattlesnake, our unexpected international fare is top notch.
Head to the hip, historic district locals call LoDo where 26 blocks of Victorian red brick warehouses have been converted to brewpubs, rooftop cafés, jazz clubs and bistros.
Back in 1946, Papa Jack invented the first Western shirt with distinctive diamond snap buttons. Watch an exclusive video of this late Denver legend.
DAM is what the locals call the Denver Art Museum, with an amazing new wing designed by world-renowned architect, Daniel Libeskind.
Red Rocks offers spectacular concerts throughout the summer plus movies once a week, all against a breathtaking backdrop of the Rocky Mountains and Denver's city skyline.
From our dinosaur footprints to our downtown aquarium, the Mile High City is full of hidden gems that will bring the family closer together.