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Summer Day Trips from Denver: Buena Vista + Cottonwood Pass
If your ideal Colorado summer day includes big mountain views, rushing rivers, hot springs, and a really good patio, Buena Vista delivers.
About two hours from Denver, Buena Vista sits in the Arkansas River Valley with the Collegiate Peaks towering nearby. Add a drive over spectacular Cottonwood Pass and you've got a day trip that packs a whole lot of Colorado into one day.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Nederland + Brainard Lake
If the thought of bumper-to-bumper traffic on I-70 makes you want to stay home, we've got a better idea.
Head west to Nederland and Brainard Lake Recreation Area, where you'll find mountain views, alpine lakes, wildflower-filled trails, and a much quieter pace than some of Colorado's more famous destinations. Just over an hour from Denver, it's an easy escape that feels worlds away.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Breckenridge
Just under two hours from Denver, Breckenridge trades ski boots for hiking boots, snow-covered slopes for wildflowers, and lift lines for sunny patios. With cool mountain temperatures, scenic drives, outdoor adventures, and one of Colorado's most charming Main Streets, it's the perfect escape from Denver's summer heat.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Colorado Springs
Yes, it's touristy. Yes, you've probably been there before. And yes...it's absolutely worth going back.
Just 90 minutes south of Denver, Colorado Springs is packed with iconic Colorado attractions, stunning scenery, and enough adventure to fill an entire day. From towering red rock formations to mountaintop views and quirky mountain-town charm, this is one of those classic Colorado day trips that never gets old.
12687 E Bates Circle | Aurora | 80014 | Active
Professionally landscaped, thoughtfully maintained, and close to Cherry Creek State Park! Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home offers a private backyard retreat with a designer garden, multi-level deck, and direct access from the primary suite. Fresh paint, spacious living areas, a large pantry, custom live-edge wood closet doors, a 2-car garage, and unfinished basement complete the home. Enjoy nearby trails, pools, tennis, parks, shopping, and easy highway access.
7985 Green Court | Westminster | Active
Charming, renovated ranch, over 2,300 finished sq ft, and zero projects waiting for you.
Built in 1957, fully renovated in 2020 from top to bottom: roof, gutters, windows, electrical panel, furnace, central air, driveway, kitchen, and all three bathrooms! The kitchen features a great island, dining space, white quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and new cabinetry.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Georgetown Loop + Guanella Pass
If you're looking for mountain scenery without spending half your day in the car, Georgetown and Guanella Pass are hard to beat.
Located just about an hour west of Denver, this classic Colorado day trip combines historic charm, scenic mountain drives, alpine lakes, wildflowers, and one of the state's most unique train rides. It's the perfect escape when you want big mountain views without committing to a full weekend getaway.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Boulder + Chautauqua
Looking for a summer day trip that combines beautiful scenery, outdoor adventure, great food, and plenty of local charm? Boulder checks every box. Just 40 minutes from Denver, Boulder offers iconic Flatiron views, miles of hiking trails, a vibrant downtown, and enough coffee shops, bike racks, and Patagonia vests to fill an entire weekend.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Estes Park + Rocky Mountain National Park
Looking for the quintessential Colorado summer experience? It's hard to beat a day trip to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park.
Just under two hours from Denver, this mountain getaway offers everything people imagine when they think of Colorado: alpine lakes, wildlife sightings, scenic mountain roads, cool temperatures, and postcard-worthy views around every corner.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Golden + Clear Creek
Sometimes the best summer escapes are the easiest ones. Just about 25 minutes from Denver, Golden delivers mountain-town charm, creekside relaxing, great food, and plenty of outdoor adventure — all without committing to a full weekend getaway.
2876 W 53rd. Ave. #107 | Denver | Active
Welcome home to low-maintenance luxury living. This bright, well-designed home features high ceilings, wide plank floors, a spacious bedroom, full bath, and a large walk-in laundry closet with in-unit washer/dryer and room for a workspace. Sunlight fills the open kitchen and living area, opening to a private patio near the community garden. Enjoy easy access to the gym, mountain-view community room, garage parking, storage, dog spa, and a prime location just minutes from downtown and outdoor adventures.
2902 Irving Street, Denver | Active
Step into this one-of-a-kind rowhome rich with character and history in Denver’s walkable Highland neighborhood! This thoughtfully-converted storefront was originally Cotton Pharmacy, a neighborhood institution in the early-mid 1900s. Today, it blends timeless charm with modern comforts.
6 Easy Ways to Conserve Water During Denver’s Stage 1 Drought
Welp… it’s official. Denver is in Stage 1 drought conditions, and the city is asking residents to cut water use by 20%.
Before you panic and swear off showers forever—don’t worry. This isn’t about drastic lifestyle changes. It’s about being a little more thoughtful with how we use water day-to-day.
Mountain Views, Great Neighborhoods… and a Few Tax Breaks
Owning a home in Colorado comes with plenty of lifestyle perks—mountain views, vibrant neighborhoods, and the freedom to make your space truly your own. But there’s another benefit many homeowners don’t think about right away: tax advantages.
1777 Larimer Street #1410, Denver | Active
Welcome to your downtown urban retreat! You’ll be enchanted by sweeping southwestern views of the Rocky Mountains through the brand new, $62,000 floor-to-ceiling windows. The spacious kitchen has plenty of counter and cabinet space for cooking and entertaining like a chef (and a new beverage cooler, too). Expansive open kitchen, dining, and living areas feel luxurious.
17867 E Cornell Drive, Aurora | Active
Beautifully updated home with $48K+ in upgrades! New Class 4 roof, HVAC, tankless water heater, LG Washtower, fresh exterior paint, plus smart garage door, lock, cameras, and Nest thermostat. Wired for Xfinity and Quantum Fiber. Open kitchen/living area with stainless appliances and fireplace. Primary suite with ensuite bath. Private backyard for relaxing and grilling. Walk to Eldorado Park, 5 mins to King Soopers and Aurora Rec Center, quick access to Hwy 225.
715 E 4th Avenue, Denver | Active
Welcome to this light-filled historic carriage house in walkable Alamo Placita. This updated 3-bed, 3-bath home features south-facing windows, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, an updated kitchen, and flexible living spaces, including a loft-style upper level and finished basement. Enjoy a private fenced yard, off-street parking, and a prime location near parks, Trader Joe’s, Pablo’s Coffee, Cherry Creek, and downtown Denver.
5 Unique Valentine’s Day Date Night Ideas in Denver
Denver is full of meaningful, memorable date ideas that don’t revolve around squeezing into another packed restaurant. If you’re looking for something cozy, creative, and very Colorado, these five date nights deliver.