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Best Kid-Friendly Hikes Near Denver

Hundreds of exciting adventures for the whole family can be found near the Denver metro area. If you’re planning a hike with young ones, Colorado Mountain Club’s “The Best Front Range Hikes for Children” guidebook details 46 hikes that vary in difficulty that you can find in the Denver, Boulder…

Things to Do in Denver in the Spring and Summer

Whether you’re looking for world-class museums, live concerts or outdoor fun, Denver is the perfect spot for your next spring or summer getaway. On top of that, the city has amazing cuisine from every corner of the globe and the freshest local ingredients. With blue skies and tons of sunshine, it’s…

How to Plan an Exciting Outdoor Trip to Denver This Winter

Denver is a magical place to visit in wintertime, especially during the holidays. The city is the cultural capital of the Rocky Mountain region while the mountains offer world-class skiing and snowboarding. For a truly mind-blowing and immersive experience, make Denver your winter basecamp and mix…

Only in Denver: A Breathtaking Ride on the California Zephyr Train

“The train is the only way to go,” says Rosie Thibodeaux, traveling home after exploring Denver for three days with her sister and her niece. The trio flew into Denver International Airport and are now returning home to Modesto, California, on Amtrak’s California Zephyr. The full train route runs…

Take a Denver Field Trip for Endless Family-Friendly Fun

Welcome to the Mile High City. You're about to have the best field trip ever! Whether it's a spring break getaway or a summer adventure, Denver takes learning to a higher level with endless outdoor fun, interactive games and world-class cultural attractions. Where else can you track dinosaurs, check…

Rocky Mountaineer: An Epic Train Ride from Denver to Moab

For those looking to get off the beaten tracks (railroad tracks, that is), Rocky Mountaineer can take you on a railroad adventure from Denver to Moab, Utah. Launched in 2021, Rockies to the Red Rocks is the company’s first route in the U.S. after operating in the Canadian Rockies for more than 30…

Denver Green Hotels, Bars and Restaurants for Your Visit

When it comes to sustainable travel, few places do it better or greener than The Mile High City. Denver made National Geographic’s 2021 list of sustainable destinations, thanks to its support of solar power and bike lanes, as well as the city’s Certifiably Green Denver program. While businesses all…

Snow Tubing to Space Travel: A Family-Friendly Adventure

Play in the mountains, stay in the city! That's the tagline for Basecamp Denver, a compilation of our best outdoor content so that you can do just that. We've posted a series of videos to inspire your next expedition. In this episode, join the Jurek family on their awesome day trip adventure, taking…