Hiking in Denver, CO
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The Swallow Loop makes a great little escape from the city when you're short on time.
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Mt. Bierstadt is probably the most accessible of Colorado's 14,000-footers, making it a very popular hiking destination for visitors and Denverite locals alike.
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One of the best family hikes in the country. Sure to capture the imaginations of children and adults alike... and of course Jurassic Park lovers.
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This is a Denver gem dating back to the city's inception. Today it's enjoyed by hikers and trail runners looking to get some fresh air just outside the city.
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This is a somewhat strenuous hike that takes you past the tree line and affords you wonderful views of the Continental Divide's terrain.
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With its classic Colorado mountain feel and spectacular wildlife, Waterton Canyon is Denver’s backyard gem. The scenic gorge gives visitors their first taste of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains.
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This area is known for its beauty, user-friendliness, wildflowers, and mixed forests.
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This is a classic Colorado destination that you definitely should experience in some capacity- whether on the trails in the area or during a live concert at the famous amphitheatre.
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This six-mile trail takes you up a volcanic mesa over some very scenic, rolling terrain.
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This is a classic Denver challenge. 2,000-feet in elevation gain in less than a mile. Enjoy!
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If you're looking to get out of Denver to do some sightseeing, your search is over: heading up to the historic town of Evergreen is the perfect getaway for either the family, or for a first date.
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