FAQs
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What’s with the whole altitude sickness thing in Colorado?
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The altitude of Denver is 5,280 feet above sea level (the mile high city!). The altitude of Estes Park, CO is 7,523 feet. Chris and I have never had an issue with altitude or even hiking at altitude but everyone should definitely take precautions and watch for signs/symptoms. -your airplane is a start; as air pressure usually sits around 7-8k on a plane. That will be the beginning to help you acclimatize -drink lots of water/electrolytes -ibuprofen can help -gradual ascension to Estes Park if you can come early and spend a few days exploring Denver! Symptoms can include: -headache, nausea, and a loss of appetite. -much more serious symptoms may include feelings of weakness, vomiting, and swelling.
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I'm getting into Denver a few days early (or plan to stay a few days after the weekend), what should I look into doing while I am here?
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First and foremost, make sure you let Chris and I know you are around early/late! We'd love to try and spend more time with you as possible. Denver Sites/Activities -Tue 6/27 to Thurs 6/29 the Dodgers play the Rockies -Visit the famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre -Denver Botanic Gardens, Zoo, and/or Aquarium -Check out Larimer square downtown and Union Station -Brewery hop in the RiNo district: TRVE, Bierstadt, River North -Other top Breweries in Denver: Comrade, Cohesion, Burns Family, Cerebral, WeldWerks -Our favorite food spots: Homegrown, Hops and Pie, The 9th Door -Hang out in Wash (Washington) Park and maybe jump in on some pickup volleyball! -Visit the Buffalo Bill museum or tour the Coors Factory in Golden, Co -Check out AirBnB "experiences"! Estes Park Sites/Activities -Visit Rocky Mountain National Park -Visit the Stanley Hotel (from The Shining) -Hang out at Lake Estes Marina (sunbathing, fishing, and rent boats, canoes, & kayaks -Ride the Mustang Mountain Coaster: $20 for a unique ride through the mountains on an alpine coaster traveling at speeds up to 25mph for ~4minutes -Shopping: Elkhorn Avenue and Moraine Avenue have over 200 shops -Horseback riding: Jackson Stables, 1hr ride=$75, 2hr ride=$110 -Brunch @Bird & Jim -Wine Tasting: $9 to taste 5 wines @Snowy Peaks Winery -Beer Tasting: $12 for 5, 4oz tasters @Rock Cut Brewing (try the Wooden Mayhem, Caribbean Cask Ypsilon, or the Galactic Portal) -Wednesdays 6:30pm @Twin Owl Steakhouse, dining and live bluegrass (amazing views/no cover) -Thursdays 7pm @Post Chicken & Beer, $1.50 oysters, $5 beers, and trivia -July 5-10 Rooftop Rodeo $25 -Check out AirBnB "experiences"!