Any suggestions for areas to visit in Denver, Colorado? (Page 3): Depending on how much time you have, head north to Rocky Mountian National Park in Estes Park, CO or there are several...

molsonice Loc: Grand Blanc, MI

Depending on how much time you have, head north to Rocky Mountian National Park in Estes Park, CO or there are several others, Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP, Mesa Verde NP and there is Durango a great little town, so there is pleanty to do and photograph in CO.

jessiebeephotos

Funny you should mention Colorado! Over the last couple of weeks, I have considered moving there, and starting a whole new chapter in my life. I was looking for a reason not to move there, but people keep telling me it's wonderful and people are so nice. So thank you, this gives me more perspective and encourages me to take a leap of faith! Good luck finding great places to photography! I would love to see the results!

Jessie :-D

Lucian Loc: From Wales, living in Ohio

docrob wrote:

"...you will also spend much time on 4 lane highways no different than those in Ohio."

Well Having lived in both states, driving the highways in the Rockies is NOTHING like driving the highways of Ohio. The scenery is beautiful and makes up for any 4 lane highway driving. Take the opportunity to drive to Breckenridge and Vail, not too far from each other and not that much of a drive from Denver but well worth it.

Eat at "The Mint" in Silverthorn, just before Breckenridge. You choose your steak and cook it yourself on a huge grill with loads of special marinades to choose from, along with door stop chuncks of garlic bread and salad and a choice of fries or baked potato. Both Breckenridge and Vail are beautiful towns and especially at twighlight too, as they light up. Well worth the time and drive.

gessman Loc: Colorado

docrob wrote:

for shopping Cherry Creek (not the mall) but the Cherry Creek area
between 1st (speer blvd) and 6th.

Eating: Lots of excellent ethnic food.

Sight seeing: Folks have said

if you are there on June 23 some Hogs are meeting at Barnes & Nobles on Colorado Blvd

Is that a private party or can anyone attend? If it's open, mind telling me what time? This is the first I've seen about it. Thanks.

LBullock Loc: WA

Garden of the Gods!

Doe wrote:

We are going to Denver for vacation and we have never been there before, so I would love some suggestions about places to photograph. Also.....any suggestions on places that are a must to have lunch/dinner???

Anne

Doe wrote:

We are going to Denver for vacation and we have never been there before, so I would love some suggestions about places to photograph. Also.....any suggestions on places that are a must to have lunch/dinner???

I was in Colorado last year and my husband and I did a theme trip based on ghost towns. One of the best is St. Elmos. Great for photographs, beautiful scenery on the way up. It is at the top of a mountain and gives a great appreciation for what our ancestors survived.

Images Loc: Grand Canyon Az.

I agree with Harvey, Denver is a big city like most others. I just took a cross country trip, (two months)drove through many large cities, the only thing I truly remember was a bout with "road rage" I will never forget that, and the next time I will go around. Colorado Springs is really neet. But, if you happen to live in the South West, Duango and Silverton are a must. So, on the way up, or on the way down, go to Durango. You'll never make it to Denver.

gessman Loc: Colorado

Images wrote:

I agree with Harvey, Denver is a big city like most others. I just took a cross country trip, (two months)drove through many large cities, the only thing I truly remember was a bout with "road rage" I will never forget that, and the next time I will go around. Colorado Springs is really neet. But, if you happen to live in the South West, Duango and Silverton are a must. So, on the way up, or on the way down, go to Durango. You'll never make it to Denver.

Yow, well, Denver's roads are just a mild training ground for LA traffic in case you're going on further west. :-)

Images Loc: Grand Canyon Az.

This is true!

xphotog1 Loc: Lubbock, TX

As far as eating goes, try Beaujeaus Pizza,some of the best I've ever eaten. Another spot to eat is Casa Bonita.

Spots to visit go to Silver City, about 30(?) miles west of town. It's an old mining town turned tourist and gambling town now, Lookout Mountain and the Buffalo Bill Museum.

Drive north to Rocky Mountain Nat'l Park and take the Fall River Road to the top of the park. Beautiful scenery, can't be beat.

Enjoy your trip.

docrob Loc: Durango, Colorado

Lucian wrote:

docrob wrote: br br "...you will also spend ... (show quote)

well it is correct that Ohio is not Colorado so forgive me for not being literal. The point was the OP has five days in Denver. Driving up I 70 to Vail is a full days trip (there and back) Breckenridge is a gateway destination and really has very little in the summer time going for it as a tourist spot. Silverthorne is great for Outlet shopping but again traffic up there can be nasty even without ski traffic and while the scenery at 10,000 ft is different than at 1,000 feet if you are stuck in bumper to bumper traffic coming back down - really - how much fun and how much different is that? Estes Park is a full days drive from Denver (and lets not forget that traffic in Denver can be brutal especially navigating the I 25 corridor.

Things have changed since you lived there. And I was just there.

pounder35 Loc: "Southeast of Disorder"

Doe wrote:

We are going to Denver for vacation and we have never been there before, so I would love some suggestions about places to photograph. Also.....any suggestions on places that are a must to have lunch/dinner???

Better have a year like I did. :lol: They have a nice capitol and a really good art museum. Trail Ridge Road from Estes Park to Grande Lake is a must. Try a time when you're not stuck breathing fumes fron an RV. Bear Lake in RMNP is easy to access. Go to Boulder and explore. The Flat Irons are great. Colorado Springs and Pikes Peak are not too far. Also Garden of the Gods. Coors in Golden is another must. Go west on I-70 through the Eisenhower Tunnel. Check out Central City. You'll run out of time before you run out of photo oppertunities. :thumbup: Even in the off season the ski resorts are fun to visit. Breckinridge, Vail, and Aspen are great to visit even in summer. Depending on your age and how active you are the backpacking is unreal. About a mile from a trail head you may not see anyone for hours. RMNP has great wildlife that are right on the road since they have learned they are safe there. I'd love to get back up there. For a good beer/cocktail look up the Bull & Bush if it's still there in Glendale. Also check out Red Rocks. :thumbup:

jackm1943 Loc: Omaha, Nebraska

If you are into that sort of thing, there is a wonderful railroad museum in Golden. Both narrow and standard gauge engines and running stock. Lots of photo opportunities.

jackm1943 Loc: Omaha, Nebraska

Doe wrote:

Thanks for all the recommendations! I can't wait to visit many of those places, they sound so interesting!

When going to the top of Pikes Peak or other elevations like that, how do you all prepare? Such as, what to wear and is there anything I need to do to my camera?

Watch out for the wind. I had a gust of wind blow over my camera, mounted on a sturdy tripod, while taking a self portrait on the peak. Fortunately, it was an old Pentax and built like a tank, no damage.

And slow down, take it easy. You will be surprised how difficult it is to breath even at only 14,000 feet.

docrob Loc: Durango, Colorado

gessman wrote:

docrob wrote:

for shopping Cherry Creek (not the mall) but the Cherry Creek area
between 1st (speer blvd) and 6th.

Eating: Lots of excellent ethnic food.

Sight seeing: Folks have said

if you are there on June 23 some Hogs are meeting at Barnes & Nobles on Colorado Blvd

Is that a private party or can anyone attend? If it's open, mind telling me what time? This is the first I've seen about it. Thanks.

there is an open thread on the forum - "Meeting in Denver" or something to that effect by ?Pearl? check it out -