Things To Do
Lyons, Colorado
Take a walk along Main Street: you will find yourself immersed in friendly, small-town charm, with a tempting array of shops and restaurants that compete for your interest. Lyons is home to the original Oskar Blues Grill and Brew and other favorites, such as Julie’s Thai Kitchen; Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ and Tap House; the Barking Dog Café, and MainStage Brewing Company, to name only a few– a variety of eateries sure to satisfy anyone’s appetite. Lyons’ shops offer everything from antique originals and handcrafted jewelry, to gifts and outdoor gear for any Colorado adventure. Lyons is also known for its historic Lyons Formation sandstone, which has been quarried since the 1880s. The Town’s first public building was the red sandstone schoolhouse, which has been preserved and stands today as the Lyons Redstone Museum. Many other historic buildings in Lyons feature this beautiful stone, and Lyons sandstone can be found in architecture throughout Colorado and the United States.
Rocky Mountain National Park
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Rocky Mountain National Park is one of our nation's most spectacular national parks with 415sq. miles of dramatic beauty, high rugged mountains, sparkling lakes, 350 miles of hiking trails, and abundant wildlife. While here you can enjoy quiet walks, exhilarating hikes, gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, wildlife watching, scenic drives, horseback rides, rock climbing, photography, backpacking, and so much more. You are also likely to meet some of the locals: elk, bighorn sheep, moose, marmots, pika, and many other wild creatures that call this park home.
Estes Park
Estes Park is a town in northern Colorado. It’s known as a base for the Rocky Mountain National Park, home to wildlife including elk and bears, plus miles of trails. It will also be Elk Rut season!! The elk rut is a wild time of year—both for the elk and for us human onlookers. I highly suggest getting up to Estes Park for a chance to see these beauties up close (safely of course)!!
Stanley Hotel
Yep, The Stanley Hotel, where The Shining was filmed!! As well as Dumb and Dumber. The Stanley Hotel is an iconic landmark famous for its charm and history, located in beautiful Estes Park, CO. In addition to lodging, they offer a Magical Underground theater where the greatest magicians perform as well as historic hotel tours, top restaurants and fine dining. And don't forget the Juniper maze!! Go check it out!
Longmont
Come explore Longmont— this is a good place to spark your next adventure! Whether you're exploring Longmont’s lively craft beer scene, diving into its rich history, or seeking outdoor thrills, you’ll find curated itineraries, expert trip-planning tips, and stories that capture the heart of our community. From local events to hidden gems, the blog is your insider’s guide to experiencing the best of Longmont. Prepare to plan, explore, and fall in love with this vibrant town!
Boulder
Boulder is a perfect balance of urban and outdoors. Known for its stellar food scene, arts, an always-exciting downtown and more outdoor activities than you can count, the city is just 30 minutes northwest of Denver, where the Rocky Mountains meet the plains.