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Explore the Lariat Loop with one of our pre-planned itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a whole day, we have a plan for you.
Begin your trip with one of nature’s wonders (and one of the premier concert venues not just in Colorado but in the world!). Red Rocks Amphitheatre could easily be a full day trip in itself. Take some time to walk up and down the stairs, test the awesome acoustics and enjoy the fresh mountain air and stunning views.
Then go up and over the hogback on Dinosaur Ridge as you travel back in time. On the north face, stop to see the best set of dinosaur tracks around. Stop in the Visitor Center to learn more about this record of ancient creatures.
After a couple of outdoor activities, it’s time for a refreshing indoor tour of the world’s largest single site brewery at Coors Brewery in Golden Colorado. Learn more about Adolf Coors and family as they built one of America’s favorite brands. See how the beer is made and stop for awhile at the end for a couple of the freshest beers you’ll ever try.
Now it’s up to the top of Lookout Mountain. Pull over a couple of places along the way to view the plains spreading off to the east. Make sure one of your stops is Windy Saddle where you can see the plains to the east and the towering Rockies to the west. Then continue on up to the Lookout Mountain Nature Center where you can learn about the flora and fauna of the area and enjoy some really spectacular views.
Stop for lunch at Evergreen Bread & Cocktail Lounge at Bergen Park. This eatery serves up a variety of soups, salads, sandwiches, Italian coffee, beer, wine cocktails and of course, bread.
Continue your journey on to Evergreen’s historic Hiwan Heritage Park and Museum where you’ll see how people lived in turn-of-the-century (1890’s – 1930’s) Colorado. This log cabin (much more than a small cabin though) provides a glimpse of how early settlers escaped the Denver heat in this mountain retreat.
After a full day of travel, be sure to check out one of our area lodging options.
Start your trip just outside of Golden at the Colorado Railroad Museum. Travel back in time on the Galloping Goose (runs every Saturday), tour the museum, see restorations in progress, check out the model trains from the basement of the museum to the larger ones in the track outside. This hands on museum lets you climb in and see all the full size trains from yesteryear.
Now, it’s time for a refreshing indoor tour of the world’s largest single site brewery at Coors Brewery in Golden Colorado. Learn more about Adolf Coors and family as they built one of America’s favorite brands. See how the beer is made and stop for a while at the end for a couple of the freshest beers you’ll ever try.
After a couple of glimpses back in time, take a look at the present and future at the National Renewable Energy Lab. The NREL Visitors Center is located just off of I-70 and is a great experience to see what innovations are happening with sun, wind, biomass, and other sources of renewable energy.
Continue your journey on to Evergreen’s historic Hiwan Heritage Park and Museum where you’ll see how people lived in turn-of-the-century (1890’s – 1930’s) Colorado. This log cabin (much more than a small cabin though) provides a glimpse of how early settlers escaped the Denver heat in this mountain retreat.
Time to venture back outdoors in Evergreen at the Evergreen Lake House and Park. Take some time to walk by the cool waters of Evergreen lake. Enjoy nature in a beautiful mountain setting. Stop. Breathe. Enjoy the serenity. And don’t let the cold deter you. Instead, strap on your skates and slide across the lake.
After that, slip into downtown Evergreen, Your Mountain Destination. Whether its food or shopping (or both) that you’ve got on your mind, you’ll find delicious and attractive answers in Evergreen. Take some time to wander through the shops as you’ll find one of a kind items in Evergreen that simply aren’t available elsewhere.
After a full day of travel, be sure to check out one of our area lodging options.
A Day in Morrison Enjoy the day in Morrison Colorado, home to dinosaurs and rocks stars! Fine dining and world-class mountain biking. Enjoy award-winning cuisine at the Fort Restaurant. Finish the day with a stop at the Morrison Holiday Bar.
Start off your day taking in some history at the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave.
Then drive up to the top of Lookout Mountain. Pull over a couple of places along the way to view the plains spreading off to the east. Make sure one of your stops is Windy Saddle where you can see the plains to the east and the towering Rockies to the west. Then continue on up to the Lookout Mountain Nature Center where you can learn about the flora and fauna of the area and enjoy some really spectacular views.
Now, it’s time for a refreshing indoor tour of the world’s largest single site brewery at Coors Brewery in Golden Colorado. Learn more about Adolf Coors and family as they built one of America’s favorite brands. See how the beer is made and stop for a while at the end for a couple of the freshest beers you’ll ever try.
Finish your trip just outside of Golden at the Colorado Railroad Museum. Travel back in time on the Galloping Goose (runs every Saturday), tour the museum, see restorations in progress, check out the model trains from the basement of the museum to the larger ones in the track outside. This hands on museum lets you climb in and see all the full size trains from yesteryear.
Be sure to check out a local restaurant or find a place to stay.
Begin your trip with one of nature’s wonders (and one of the premier concert venues not just in Colorado but in the world!). Red Rocks Amphitheatre could easily be a full day trip in itself. Take some time to walk up and down the stairs, test the awesome acoustics and enjoy the fresh mountain air and stunning views.
Then journey on to Evergreen’s historic Hiwan Heritage Park and Museum where you’ll see how people lived in turn-of-the-century (1890’s – 1930’s) Colorado. This log cabin (much more than a small cabin though) provides a glimpse of how early settlers escaped the Denver heat in this cozy mountain retreat.
Time to venture back outdoors in Evergreen at the Evergreen Lake House and Park. Take some time to walk by the cool waters of Evergreen lake. Enjoy nature in a beautiful mountain setting. Stop. Breathe. Enjoy the serenity. And don’t let the cold deter you. Instead, strap on your skates and slide across the lake.
Finish off your tour with lunch at Evergreen Bread & Cocktail Lounge at Bergen Park. This eatery serves up a variety of soups, salads, sandwiches, Italian coffee, beer, wine cocktails and of course, bread.
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