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Golden Gate Canyon State Park

07/21/202202/23/2018 by SteveP

See 100 miles of the Continental Divide.

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

How to get there:

Take Highway 93 north from Golden one mile to Golden Gate Canyon Road. Turn left and continue for 13 miles to the park.

GPS
Parking Entrance
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In General:

Daily Vehicle Pass – $8.

Only 30 miles from Denver, Golden Gate Canyon offers more than 12,000 acres of dense forest, rocky peaks, and aspen-rimmed meadows laced with miles of trails and the Panorama Point Scenic Overlook, where one can see 100 miles of the Continental Divide.

Eldorado Canyon State Park

07/21/202202/23/2018 by SteveP

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World class rock climbing.

Cliffs at Eldorado Canyon State Park

How to get there:

Eldorado Canyon is located about 5 miles southwest of Boulder.

GPS Park Entrance
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In General:

Daily Vehicle Pass – $8.
The park is closed to the public from sunset to sunrise.

Helen Hunt Falls

07/21/202202/22/2018 by SteveP

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One of several falls in North Cheyenne Cañon Park How to get there: Parking area on N Cheyenne Cañon Rd inside North Cheyenne Cañon City Park. From Denver to the Falls 59 miles 1 hr 10 mins In General: Just a short walk from the visitor’s center, Helen Hunt Falls is only one of several waterfalls … Read more

Pikes Peak

07/21/202202/22/2018 by SteveP

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Remarkable views from the summit! How to get there: Exit I-25 at exit 141 – US24, going west. Drive about 10 miles on US24, then take the Pikes Peak Toll Road exit and follow the signs to get to the tollgate. From I-25/C470: 64 mi. 1 hour 10 mins In General: Hours/Fees Length: 19 miles … Read more

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

07/21/202202/22/2018 by SteveP

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Come face to face with a giraffe. How to get there: Located in southwest Colorado Springs on the side of Cheyenne Mountain, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is situated just above the Broadmoor Hotel. From I-25/C470: 58 mi. 1 hour 10/2020: 9 am – 5 pm Adult (12-64) $19.00 Senior (+65) $17.00 Child (3-11) $14.00 Photo Ops: … Read more

Garden of the Gods

07/21/202202/22/2018 by SteveP

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A very special place, don’t miss it! How to get there: The Garden of the Gods is located at 1805 N 30th Street (at Gateway Rd.) in Colorado Springs. From I-25/C470: 53 mi. 1 hour Photo Ops: Garden of the Gods Park has a wealth of creative photo opportunities. You can take great photos on … Read more

Roxborough State Park

07/21/202202/22/2018 by SteveP

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Great hikes. Lots of wildlife. How to get there: The park is located south of Chatfield Reservoir and SP in the southwest corner of the metro area. Photo Ops: The park is filled with dramatic red-rock formations and a host of wildlife ranging from black bears to mule deer to hummingbirds to hummingbird moths . Hike … Read more

Red Rocks Park

07/21/202202/22/2018 by SteveP

Get here early for the best opportunities. How to get there: Red Rocks Park is located near Morrison, Colorado, 15 miles west of Denver. North Entrance – I-70 South Entrance Photo Ops: Visit at sunrise to get great lighting on gorgeous red rock formations and the chance to sight wildlife in the area.

Chatfield State Park

07/21/202202/22/2018 by SteveP

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Check out the hot air balloon launch site! How to get there: The main entrance to Chatfield State Park is located one mile south of C-470 on Wadsworth. A valid State Parks Pass is needed for ALL motor vehicles entering the park.Daily pass: $10 Photo Ops: Deer, elk, bald eagles, and bear are among the … Read more

Denver Zoo

07/21/202202/22/2018 by SteveP

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Get here early for the best opportunities. Photo Ops: The Denver Zoo houses a large collection of animals. The trick is to create photographs that don’t look as if they were taken at the zoo.