Denver Outdoor Activities

Denver and the neighboring Rocky Mountains offer endless outdoor activities year-round, so let The Mile High City be your basecamp. While many sports like running, cycling, and golf continue throughout the mild winter in the metro area, the high peaks provide world-class skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing on pristine powder. You can even ride the ski train from downtown Denver to Winter Park Resort. After a full day of outdoor adventures, have a feast at these restaurants and bars with cozy fireplaces, grab a craft beer along the Denver Beer Trail or explore the city's vibrant neighborhoods, teeming with arts, culture and urban flair.

Basecamp Videos

Urban Adventures

Neighborhoods

Explore the city's vibrant neighborhoods, teeming with arts, culture and urban flair.

Wild Denver

Denver is filled with amazing animals, from native Colorado species to exotic creatures from afar.

Bike Trails

Seemingly endless bike lanes and trails connect for epic two-wheeled adventures.

Running Trails

Always pack your exercise clothes and sneakers when coming to The Mile High City!

City Parks

Denver boasts more than 5,000 acres of traditional parks and parkways.

Street Art

Artists have been brightening and beautifying alleyways, warehouses and storefronts for decades.

Day Trips

Skier walking from Winter Park Express Ski Train

Amtrak Winter Park Express

Pristine powder is not far away. Hop on the ski train in Denver and ride to Winter Park Resort. Read more

Woman snowshoeing in the forest near Denver, Colorado

Best Places to Snowshoe Near Denver

Within two hours of the city, there are some great places to get fresh air and a workout. Read more

Winter Day Trips

From Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre to venturing over the Continental Divide, take an exciting winter day trip. Read more

Ski and Snowshoe Tours

Take a ski, snowboard or snowshoe tour of Colorado's world-class ski resorts or experience the gorgeous backcountry and let someone else do the driving. Read more

Only in Denver

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Outdoor Tips

Know before you go with these helpful articles and blog posts on getting the most out of your outdoor adventures.

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