The trail was well maintained and the area was beautiful with great views. This park is off leaf…read morefor dogs. Parking lot is small.

Nice open space to walk the dogs, run, fish with the kiddos, or just sit with a to go order of food…read moreand enjoy the views. Unfortunately the parking lot is extra small right now because they're doing construction... 4 standard and 1 accessible space is all they have right now right on the water. Across the street is a larger parking area though and that's got plenty of spaces. Very dog friendly trail so if your pup is extra chaotic around others might want to have that in mind. The piece I traversed didn't have much shade so recommend sunglasses and a hat at the very least. Enjoy!

Striking and Bold. This work of public art is on the corner of 3rd Ave and Highway 119 and was…read morecreated by Greg Reiche. Is was Inspired by the people, the history and the natural environment of the Longmont area, the conceptual basis for Flor del Llano (Flower of the Plain) is the merging of the past, present and future into a welcoming and uplifting city "gateway" sculpture. The sculpture incorporates iconic elements of Longmont's skyline, such as the sugar mill tower and Longs Peak into its design. The artwork extends into the surrounding park through the 391 limestone posts representing the original shareholders of the Chicago-Colorado Colony.

Sparkopolis is an annual "Anythink Style Party" and fundraiser type event. This was my first year…read moreattending and it was amazing! The library was turned into a gala of sorts with music (performed by The Fever), an art gallery, food and drinks. My taste buds were not disappointed. I tried the Infinite Monkey Theorem Syrah wine, Oskar Blues Old Chub on tap and a Mai-tai. From the drinks to the food the theme of using liquid nitrogen was a great choice. They took boring popcorn into an amazing snack! The popcorn literally shattered in your mouth. The ice cream bar was also amazing. The choke cherry and strawberry were excellent and using peanut butter pop rocks as a topping was a real treat. The tamales were delicious as were the hors d'oeuvres (spicy chicken wanton tacos and trout stuffed mushrooms, ohhhh soooo good!) There was so much to try I couldn't possibly mention it all. On top of the food there was a photo booth and dancing. The decorations were beautiful with lights everywhere and a disco ball in the grand entry. It was truly something I have never experienced before and I look forward to going again next year. Oh Bonus! We had to park across the street and they had a couple guys on bicycle carts shuttling people to and from the building. They didn't skimp on a thing and it saved me a walk in my heels!

Take a short, scenic stroll on the Trollstigen Trail (Troll Trail) to see the Isak Heartstone…read moreTroll. It's located just outside of the main part of Breckenridge. Best of all, it is FREE to see! To find the Trollstigen Trail trailhead go to the southeast corner of the Stephen C. West Ice Arena parking lot, next to Illinois Creek Trailhead. If you are near the trains, go to the opposite end of the parking lot. Isak Heartstone 1 was co-commissioned for an exhibit for the Breckenridge International Festival of Arts in 2018, but it was dismantled in February 2019 because it was too popular and then reinstalled here . Although I didn't see it in person, only online, I think the original sculpture was better and more playful. Isak is carefully stacking rocks like he's balancing rocks. As per Dambo's website, this troll got its' name after three little girls came by and gave Isak a stone heart. Dambo has a heart-shaped stone placed in Isak's chest. The Isak Heartstone Troll at THIS location is the second one. Some people reference this one as Isak Heartstone 2. He sits at approximately 15 feet tall. Thomas Dambo is the creator of this and many other trolls. He uses reclaimed wood and other recycled materials. Isak is pretty cool to see in person! He's sitting on an incline between trees. He's got his right hand holding the tree trunk. His left hand is balancing him as he's sitting. The bottom of his left foot is resting against a rock. I love all the details... like his fingernails & toenails, and small branches for hairs. The trail is an easy walk through a forested area. This pathway is stable to walk on. The return trail is different from the one leading in. It consists of wood boards, similar to a deck and includes a 6-inch-high step. This troll was created by Thomas Dambo, a Danish sculpture artist. There are over one hundred Dambo trolls in the U.S.A. and many more around the world. Isak Heartstone is Troll numbered 043. Isak is the first Dambo Troll we've seen in person! We went to see Rita The Rock Planter eight days later! I guess we're officially Troll Hunters now! *If you live in the Los Angeles, CA area or are planning to visit, there will be a temporary exhibit of 12 Thomas Dambo's Trolls at the South Coast Botanic Garden in March 2026. Buy your tickets!

Cute little hike to see Isak the troll sculpture. Can see why it's a popular destination! There's…read moresome Other small trails near by to walk on, a playground for the kids and such!

What a gem!! My husband and I visited the museum last Saturday. The attention to detail and the…read morelevel of craftsmanship in creating each scene was amazing. Even if you are not a "train person" you'll find this place fascinating. Each train is run by a volunteer and managed by a dispatcher. You can really get a sense of how trains were used and managed in 1975. They also have a real caboose from the C&S Railroad that you can go in. The best part of the museum are the friendly volunteers who love trains and love sharing their knowledge. Go, take a friend, ask questions and spread the word. It's a treasure.

Impressive model railroad that is laid out very well so that you can see all parts of it,…read more including a view of the whole thing from above. Definitely do the treasure hunt, no matter your age, it really makes you appreciate the level of detail! There is also a working Thomas model (much smaller layout but bigger train), and a wooden train table for the kids to play with. Allow a couple of hours.

You will find this little nugget right outside of the Residence Inn, in a small alcove. It is the…read morework of Sean O'Meallie who did the sculpture in 2008. It is starting to show signs of wear and is a bit weathered. It also has some graffiti on it. It is 20 feet tall, weighs about 3,000 pounds, and is made from bronze and acrylic paint. It is rumored to have chosen the Residence Inn as the site of the sculpture because the hotel had hosted has a Pajama Party fundraiser benefiting Denver's Road Home program in the past. It is an interesting piece that depicts a cowboy holding up two side arms. The cowboy has heart shaped balloon hat and what looks like a magnet for legs. It is all on a platform. As I mentioned, it is abstract AF. You have to stare at it for a little while to decipher what it is, a cowboy in pajamas. Anyway, as with most sculptures that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. Even though I passed it a few times since I was staying at the hotel next door. I recommend making this stop part of a larger itinerary or checking it out if you are in the area and/or on your way somewhere else, to maximize your time.

Unless you know the precise location of this sculpture, you can easily drive right past it! You…read morecan find it on Champa St. between 17th & 18th Streets. It is set next to the Hotel Registration sign leading to the Residence Inn. Drive by viewing! I couldn't find parking, so luckily, traffic came to a stop and I snapped a quick pic. This is definitely a whimsical piece! It's also a sort of abstract since there's basically only a pair of pants and an odd shaped abdomen with a belt in between. What might be perceived at first as arms are actually pistols. There's no face, arms, hands, nor feet. In summary, this is a cowboy with its guns drawn. Cowboy Pajamas is a solid work made from bronze, weighing three tons! It stands at over 20 feet tall. The sculptor is Sean O'Meallie. It was installed in 2008. Why is this sculpture in front of a hotel? This hotel, the Residence Inn at this address, hosts an Annual Pajama Party fundraiser. The fundraiser benefits and raises awareness for the homeless.

It's just as good as the real one AND you don't have to pay money or have a giant city full of…read morepeople farting around you. I've never been to New York but anywhere there are people - you got these funny guys eating garbage every day and laughing if they know their butt horn stench made your innocent tummy wrench. And you got these other people that actually can't control their butt rubber band and they're just leaking all day long (no need to knock on the meat lovers... worst gas I ever smelled - 1 was an all-the-meats american that drank 12 coors every day and the other was a hard working VEGAN?!?!?!? - go figure - everybody stinks). And just so you know that butt rubber band is a really strong rubber band. When u die you leave your bones, hair, nails, and a really thick and valuable (to most cultures of the past) butt rubberband that could keep 5 gallons of water from leaking out of a flexing garbage bag. Anyway - If you don't want to get on a boat just to see the old immigration dreams - you can go to Longmont. The Statue of Liberty is a weird idol.

Another mini statue of liberty replica in colorado!…read more This one is near a bunch of other neat statues. Teddy roosevelt, and some nursery rhyme ones in the park near by. She is a pretty little lady, and i'm glad i got to stop by and see her. The day we stopped by, the park had a number of interesting characters around so we didn't stay too long. But definitely worth stopping by.

Squee for public art - and heck a giant soup can - how could it not be amazing!…read more There is a spot to park right in front of it! It's a fun little find, and worth at least a drive by!

I use to live off Campbell soup. But for the past decade or so they've done something to their…read moresoups that makes me wanna vomit. It taste like they've added diet salt to their salt lick of a recipe. Today I had a taste for some chicken noodle soup. I would have been better off heating up the actual label then eating this putrid, fake tasting, GMO, wanna save a buck, 30 years sitting on a shelf soup. I'd never buy their products again cause obviously it's all about the money. Campbell soup has lost their integrity.

Nothing beats a trip to Grand Lake and kayaking for a half day really helps you appreciate how…read morebeautiful it really is. Homes of all sizes surround the lake and you can feel the history in some of the little bungalows and historic downtown. It's a melting pot in the summer. Lots of people come to enjoy the water, food, bars, and the escape for the heat in the city.

I saved the most relaxing scenic part of my trip to Rocky Mountain National Park for last. Even…read morethough Grand Lake resides outside of the park, this place is just stunning. Grand Lake is Colorado's largest and deepest natural lake. This place is not only beautiful, but there is a lot to do around the lake. It is the perfect place for nature enthusiasts and for people who love outdoor activities. I enjoyed walking around the downtown village area. There are several local restaurants and gift shops that you can visit all within a block of street called the Boardwalk. The cool thing is that there are no chain restaurants or shops in Grand Lake. Even though I only spent a day here, I was able to enjoy a full day of activities while taking in the beautiful scenery. I hiked the nature trail to Adams Falls and did some kayaking on Grand Lake. Grand Lake is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of life. Grand Lake is an all-year-round destination. It is also known as the "Snowmobile Capital of Colorado" because of its groomed snowmobile trails. Grand Lake also hosts an annual hocky classic on Grand Lake during the winter season.