Things To Do
Denver, Colorado
Kobe and Julia both grew up in Denver and call it home. Denver is a wonderful city with plenty to do and see, and year round sunshine to top it all off. Some of our favorite restaurants: Esters, Stowaway Kitchen, High Point Creamy, Reunion Bakery, Temaki Den, Redeemer Pizza & Pho Haus. Some of our favorite things to do: Walk around Washington Park, attend a Rockies game @ Coors Field, Grab Dinner and a Drink in RiNo (River North), Shop at the South Pearl Farmers Market.
Boulder, Colorado
Home of the Buffs! Boulder, Colorado is one of the many gems in this state! Maybe a bit of bias being that Kobe and Julia both graduated from CU Boulder (Sko Buffs). Please see link below, there is plenty to do from shopping on Pearl Street Mall to hiking the flat irons! Some of our favorite hikes include: -Chautauqua Loop Trail (3.6 Miles) - Moderate -Royal Arch Trail (3.5 Miles) - Moderate to Difficult TIPS: The elevation gain can be tough! Take your time and enjoy the views as the initial grade can be a bit intimidating and there is plenty of steep hiking to the top. Bring water, hats, hiking shoes, and sunscreen.
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
Colorado’s Red Rocks Park and famous amphitheater - enjoy the beautiful views and close proximity with a hike only 25 minutes driving from Denver, Colorado: -Geologic Overlook Trail (0.86 miles) -Easy -Trading Post Trail at Red Rocks Park (1.4-mile loop) -Easy -Morrison Slide Trail (3 miles)- Moderate -The Dakota Trail Loop (6.4 miles) -Moderate TIP: There is little to no shade on these trails, therefore please bring sunscreen, water, and hats. This trail should be hiked in the morning before the sun is bearing down on you.
Estes Park, Colorado
Estes Park is just beyond Boulder on US-36. This is the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, and a excellent mountain town to visit in the summer. Rocky Mountain National Park, is a great opportunity to see wildlife and do some hiking. Before heading into the park, check if a reservation is required. The town also happens to be the setting of the Stephen King novel, The Shinning, which was inspired by The Stanley Hotel, as you enter town. Stop by the Antique Jewelry and Coin store, it is a bit unassuming but there are tons of treasures inside.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Colorado Springs - A little over hour drive away from Denver, CO. Please see link below for some things to do in the area. Some of our favorite experiences include the beautiful views at the Garden of the Gods Park to feeding the giraffes at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo to burning the calories at the challenging Manitou Incline.