Breakfast/Brunch: - Rupert's at the Edge (Denver, CO- Near Sloans Lake) - Denver Biscuit Company (Lots of locations!) - Call Your Mother (Bagels) (Denver, CO) - Bonfire Burritos (Golden, CO) Lunch/Dinner: - Postino (Denver Highlands) - Avanti F&B (Denver, CO) - Happy Camper (Denver, CO) *such a fun/unique dining experience* - North Italia (Cherry Creek, Denver) Best LOCAL Places - Cosmos Pizza (slices and whole pies) *must try with spicy ranch) - Beau Jo's Pizza - Little Man Ice Cream!!!! - The DuffyRoll Cafe - Santiago's Burritos
Colorado Mills has not only great shopping but many dining options including Whole Foods Market. The mall is a 5 minute walk from the Denver West Marriott and SpringHill Suites and a 10 minute drive from Golden, CO.
One of our favorite hikes in Golden, CO! Download the All Trails app for specific driving directions and a map. The Enchanted Forest Trail is a 5.5 mile loop trail. It is generally considered a moderately challenging route. It takes an average of 3hrs to complete.
A shaded 5.0 mile loop trail just outside of Golden, CO. This route is a moderately challenging route with the most challenging part towards the end when starting the hike clockwise. The trail has water at the bottom of the canyon. Download the All Trails app for specific driving instructions and a trail map!
Taylors favorite hike of all time. This is a 5.5. mile out and back trail near Empire, CO. It is generally considered a challenging route and takes an average of 3.5 hours to complete. There are tons of wildflowers! There is a fork in the trail before a loop begins. I recommend taking a left going doing the loop clockwise. The start of the loop will be challenging, but worth it when the majority is downhill after! Download the All Trails App for specific driving instructions and a trail map!
A beautiful 1.6 mile out and back trail near Idaho Springs. There is a parking fee for this hike! Download the All Trails app for specific driving instructions and a trail map.
Lookout Mountain!! A 3.0 mile out and back trail near Golden, CO. This short but amazing trail will offer hikers of all skill levels beautiful panoramic views over Denver and the surrounding hills and valleys.
The most beautiful place to paddle board and swim! There is a $10 entry fee per car. Paddle board rental prices can be found on RockyMtnPaddleboard.com
Looking to go on a day trip? Boulder, CO is where Andrew and I spent our first summer together. Here are some of our favorite things to do in Boulder! Breakfast/Brunch: The Buff Restaurant Lunch/Dinner: Pasta Jays, Avanti Food and Beverage, Postino Boulder Shopping: Pearl Street Mall Hike/ Pretty Mountain Views: Chautauqua Park
Where Taylor and Bear walk MANY times a week. Sloans lake is a 2.6 mile flat loop with a beautiful view of Denver, CO.