An Outdoor Adventure & Pro Sports Paradise. Denver has the nation's largest city park system and 850 miles of urban trails, perfect for exploring on two feet or two wheels. There are dude ranches and fly-fishing for outdoor enthusiasts and whitewater kayaking or rafting to whet the appetites of adventure seekers. Take in the sights from above on a balloon or helicopter tour, or on the ground with horseback riding or an off-road adventure. And you can be in the Rocky Mountains in 20 minutes, where hiking, snowboarding and more await – sometimes all in the same day. The Mile High City is also home to no less than eight pro sports teams. Baseball, basketball, soccer, football, hockey, lacrosse, rugby – Denver's got it all. Remember, when you're out in the city, stop in at one of the city's conveniently located Visitor Information Centers for info on outdoor recreation, sports and everything else you need to know about Denver.
A Denver native, Emiko Torito began skiing at the age of three. A little more than two decades later, she became a World Cup Champion in 2008. Read what she has to say about Denver and skiing in Colorado!
If you’re a sports fan, the Mile High City is the place you want to be. Denver is home to no less than eight professional sports teams that thrill sold out crowds year-round.
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Chris has skied on the world’s most famous slopes, but he chooses to live right here in Colorado.
