Really neat and easy hike! The trail is completely paved and about 2 miles round trip, though a…read moregood portion is uphill, so you'll definitely get a little workout. It was really cool seeing the dinosaur fossils and footprints preserved in the rocks, and there are informational signs along the way explaining what you're looking at, which made it even more interesting. The trail is pet friendly, but there is very little shade, so it gets extremely hot during the day. Make sure the pavement isn't too hot for your dog's paws, and bring plenty of water for both you and your pup. We went during the day and were glad we came prepared. Overall, it's a unique stop that's definitely worth visiting, especially if you're interested in dinosaurs or looking for a short, easy hike with great history.

My boyfriend and I came here after watching the sun rise at Red Rock Amphitheater! The hike here is…read moreA LOT of up but doable. You can also do the bus tour (it looked popular!) there is a gift shop and exhibit area. There are also several picnic tables here if you want to do lunch before the ridge. There is a parking lot or street parking. It was fun to see the Dino prints and Dino bones! You also get a nice view of the valleys and mountains around you at the top! Worth the stop, especially with kiddos! They would find this cool!

Everything went fabulously. The Park Ranger was especially my favorite because he used his…read moremegaphone to get all visitors out by 9:30.

Drove up here to Lookout Mountain to check out Buffalo Bills grave. Cool spot. Great views! They…read morehave a little gift shop. Cool "free" thing to do while in/around Denver.

This seems like it would be a nifty place for a gathering of friends in the speakeasy. It is…read morelocated in the mall across from the movie theater. Plenty of parking available. I came for candlelit yoga. Yoga itself was enjoyable. There was a gentleman playing live music and we were all encouraged to work at our own levels wherever that may be. The instructor was pleasant and encouraging. I found her voice to be calming when I could hear it. However, there was a speed-dating event scheduled at the same time so there was a constant din of conversation noise that was loud. I have hearing issues and that level of ambient noise made it difficult for me to hear the yoga instructor even with her having a microphone. The interior of the venue is filled with installations from local artists. I would like to come back for just a social gathering. I think it would be great for that.

Prismajic was super cool - highly interactive but in the most laid back of ways. Such an immersive…read moreevent experience. We had 5 pm reservations but went in closer to 6 pm, after having visited their onsite bar, the Night Owl. Their craft cocktails were great and on par with craft cocktail pricing. The staff were all really accommodating and friendly. They didn't bat an eye when we asked about timing: can we grab a drink before we go in? Sure! And the experience itself? Super creative, attention to detail all over the place. And, there are differing levels of a scavenger hunt just to make things even more interesting. The exhibits change every so often so if you haven't been to this one, def go before a new installation is added.

We visited the CMHOF while exploring Red Rocks back in August. Admission is free and it's located…read moreinside the Red Rocks Visitor Center. The HOF has photos and memorabilia from musicians that have played at Red Rocks. There's also art work, concert posters, and throwback photos of the amphitheater. There weren't any interactive activities like touch screens or videos. You can see a list of all the inductees by year in the main walk way. Inductees include musicians, industry professionals, venues, and organizations. As of this writing (November 2024), the HOF has left the Red Rocks Trading Post and they have yet to announce their new location.

For the last ten years, The Colorado Music Hall of Fame operated at Red Rocks Park's Trading Post…read more It permanently moved out of the Trading Post in 2024. The John Denver "Spirit" statue is still out front. I did get a chance to visit the Red Rocks Hall of Fame at the visitor center near the Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Since 2003, Red Rocks Amphitheatre inducts performers into the Red Rocks Hall of Fame. They have many photos in this interactive exhibit that showcase all of the iconic performances that have taken place over the years. It is a nice way to honor the artists who have made their mark on this iconic venue.

Nestled by Red Rocks Amphitheatre is the Colorado Music Hall of Fame. Here you'll find some great…read moreRed Rocks Amphitheatre merchandise, as well as a large gathering of Colorado musicians' memorabilia. You can't think of Denver without thinking of folk singer John Denver. If you're a fan, you'll definitely want to stop by to see a whole room filled with awards, clothing, and other mementos of his career.

The Colorado Music Hall of Fame is located inside the Trading Post at Red Rocks Park and…read moreAmphitheatre. It's a tiny little exhibit inside a room that you have to walk past to access the restrooms in the Trading Post. There's a lot of great information about John Denver as well as the history of Red Rocks. The room could definitely use some updating as the floors are old and creaky, the exhibit looks worn down, and the room has very poor ventilation and has a strange musty smell. The good part is that it's just a one room exhibit and free to the public! The Trading Post is more of a gift shop, so the Colorado Music Hall of Fame is just a thing on the side.

i'm going out of my way to write this review because this was such a cool experience. I did the…read more"Mother Lode" combo, which includes the main main tour, plus an additional mine tour, which to reach it that requires a quarter mile hike up a trail, and gold panning (after several tries I only found one tiny gold flake, but I got something!). Definitely bring sunscreen for the second tour, as you will be sitting outside in the sun for a little bit. It's cool and refreshing inside the mines, and they're full of history, right down to the wooden shafts that still have numbers painted on them from the miners of 1800s. You will learn about mining history and how harrowing and challenging it was, and see the actual tools they used, and how techniques developed over time. You will see shafts and tunnels you cannot explore but remain from days of old that inspire the imagination. You will also hear some silly ghost stories, and even see how UV light illuminates the rocks and minerals in the mines. Interested in history, gold, geology, or mining? Even if you aren't, take this tour anyway! It's well worth it, and the guides do a great job.

We have been to Colorado many times and this remains one of our very favorite things to do! You…read more just can't beat panning for gold in a river stream knowing that you are actually going to find flecks of gold and we have every time! It is so much fun! This year we did the tour of the cave and it was super super interesting me as well and my kids really loved it :-) I did too! Lastly, the chipmunks. You could literally just go for the chipmunks lol! They are so super friendly and so much fun! We cannot recommend this place highly enough!

Loved Mori and Sota they taught me a lot of good information. Totally worth it!…read moreWould recommend it to people visiting

We just moved to the area and were looking for something to do. I found out Denver has many free…read moreevents. So, this is the first one we attended. I brought my 16, 5, 2 and NB. They greeted us immediately and gave us a map of the property. We had fun walking around and checking out the animals and historic buildings on site. It is wild this place is right in the middle of a neighborhood. The only issue we had was parking because we the lot is full you're out of options.

Wow, my yesterday's visit to this historic park was so mesmerizing. It's because of their annual…read more(?) "Bright Nights" (originally a lantern festival.) It is said that they unveil a brand new theme each year and this year's theme appears to be focused on some Eastern cultures such as cherry blossom and bamboo forest with pandas. Not that I have been to many lights shows and yet I must say that I have never seen anything quite like this as far as my recollection is accurate. In its 12-acre land, the installations of lantern lights are everywhere. After 8:30pm or so when it's dark, the illuminations from the lanterns are glowing brighter than Las Vegas' illuminations (LOL - why am I comparing this to Las Vegas!!) According to the park's website, some of the sculptures are 23-foot tall (such as the cherry blossom gate.) It's currently open from Wednesday through Sunday until October 5th. And last night's was one of the adult-only nights where you must be 21+ to enter (I believe the next and last such night is Sept 17th. And this writing is as of late August of 2025.) I am already curious as to what the next year's theme is going to be. There is a centralized bar, some food vendors, a stage where a performer performs, and a DJ booth. Great for family time, girls' night or date night. Helpful staff were working tirelessly to assist all visitors. Although about 1,300 tickets were sold last night, it was never super jammed packed. There is still time to visit this enchanting light show. Not only for the locals but definitely one of the must-visit attractions for out-of-staters as well.