The Mile High City has plenty to offer, from major sporting events to incredible recreational opportunities. When you’re feeling adventurous and it’s time to explore the rest of Colorado and the surrounding area, we have natural and manmade wonders you can reach in one tank of gas. Whether you’re packing dress shoes or hiking boots, fill up the car and get ready for an adventure!
KOAs along the way:
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North Park/Gould/Walden Estes Park Fort Collins/Lakeside Fort Collins/Poudre Canyon |
Fort Collins North/Wellington Cheyenne Laramie |
Places To See And Things To Do:
Estes ParkRocky Mountain National Park – Breathtaking vistas around every corner, from picturesque valleys to majestic peaks.
Fort CollinsAnheuser-Busch Brewery – Take a complimentary tour of the brewery complete with samples in the hospitality room and a trip to the Clydesdale Hamlet.
Fort CollinsFort Collins Museum and Discovery Science Center – Over 120 interactive exhibits to ignite the curiosity of the entire family!
CheyenneCheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum – Experience pioneer spirit firsthand with exhibits and activities that celebrate the American West.
Places To Eat:
Fort CollinsThe Chocolate Café – A chocoholic’s paradise, the chocolate café has a dessert to suit even the sweetest tooth.
Estes ParkDeLeo’s Park Theatre Café & Deli – Specializing in amazing sandwiches, this restaurant was named “Best of the Best in the US” for gourmet picnic food by The Food Network.
Cheyenne2 Doors Down – Enjoy a gourmet burger made to order from hand-cut beef, chicken breast, salmon filet or vegetarian patty.
KOAs along the way:
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Colorado Springs Cripple Creek Cotopaxi/Arkansas RIver Royal Gorge/Canon City |
Pueblo Pueblo South/Colorado City La Junta |
Places To See And Things To Do:
Colorado SpringsU.S. Olympic Visitor Center – All things Olympics can be found in this outstanding facility. You’ll find interactive kiosks, view athlete training facilities and take in great artwork.
Canon CityRoyal Gorge Bride & Park – Take in the breathtaking views of the 3 million year old Royal Gorge while suspended on a bridge 956 feet above it.
La JuntaKoshare Indian Museum – Check out one of the largest collections of Native American artifacts in the world. If you’re lucky, you might even catch a Koshare dance performance.
PuebloLake Pueblo State Park – One day won’t be enough to fully enjoy all the fishing and activities this lake has to offer.
Places To Eat:
Colorado SpringsJack Quinn – American cuisine and Irish fare mix at this traditional alehouse and pub.
Canon CityLe Petit Chablis – You’ll find fresh seafood, French and Cajun dishes, as well as fresh-based goods at this delightful restaurant. Open for lunch and dinner.
PuebloRestaurant Fifteen Twentyone – Enjoy sensational fine dining in the heart of historic Pueblo.
KOAs along the way:
| Limon | Denver East/Strasburg |
Places To See And Things To Do:
LimonLimon Heritage Museum & Railroad Park – Explore this free public museum complex featuring a depot, railroad park, and exhibit space.
Fort MorganJackson Lake State Park – Known for the hunting around its banks, this state park is also one of Colorado’s finest outdoor recreation sites.
SterlingOverland Trail Museum – Learn about gold miners and other pioneers of the West in this fascinating museum.
Places To Eat:
LimonRuby’s Diner – Come for the old diner atmosphere and stay for the great shakes and traditional American fare.
SterlingSantiago’s – If you’re in the mood for Mexican food, be sure to stop off at this restaurant, which boasts the “hottest green chile in town.”
Fort MorganCables Pub & Grill – Where home cooking and fine dining meet, this restaurant is considered a landmark in Fort Morgan.
KOAs along the way:
| Denver West/Central City | Buena Vista |
Places To See And Things To Do:
Central CityHidee Gold Mine – Tour the historical mine to learn more about local geology, history, and mining methods. They’ll even let you take a nugget home with you!
Buena VistaRiver rafting – Take a nice, scenic, river float or an adventure-filled, thrill-a-minute whitewater ride on the Arkansas River.
Glenwood SpringsGlenwood Hot Springs Pool – Founded in 1888, this pool is the largest of its kind in the world (over two blocks long!)
Steamboat SpringsSteamboat Ski & Resort – A multitude of activities for both winter and summertime, there’s always something to keep you occupied at this resort.
Places To Eat:
Buena VistaEddyline Restaurant and Brewery – Using only 100% local grass-fed beef and offering specialty menu items, this brewery serves top-notch food to go along with their microbrews.
Glenwood SpringsDaily Bread Café & Bakery – The place to be if you want a great breakfast with plenty of menu options.
Steamboat SpringsCreekside Café & Grill – When it comes to Eggs Benedict, this is one tough restaurant to beat. Open for breakfast and lunch.
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