Outdoor adventure · Denver
Outdoor adventures near Denver
Getting out of Denver for the weekend — hikes, trails, paddling and the day trips locals do when the city gets loud.
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Top spots in Denver
Confluence Park
OutdoorsPlatte River
Tubing the South Platte + a kayak run right downtown.
Denver Botanic Gardens
OutdoorsCheesman Park
24 acres of themed gardens with summer Chihuly nights.
Mount Evans Scenic Byway
OutdoorsFront Range
Drive to 14,000 ft — highest paved road in North America.
Red Rocks Park
OutdoorsMorrison
Sandstone amphitheater + free yoga and sunrise concerts.
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- Standouts right now: Red Rocks Park, Denver Botanic Gardens, Mount Evans Scenic Byway. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Denver and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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