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Summer Day Trips from Denver: Palisade
Ready for a Colorado day trip that feels surprisingly un-Colorado? Head west to Palisade, where vineyards, orchards, warm sunshine, and dramatic desert cliffs replace pine forests and alpine lakes. About four hours from Denver, Palisade is definitely a commitment for a day trip. But during late summer, when the peaches are ripe and the vineyards are buzzing, it's a pretty delicious excuse to get an early start.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Steamboat
About three hours from Denver, Steamboat is best known as a ski town, but summer might be when it really shines. Think waterfalls, river tubing, hot springs, hiking, mountain views, and a lively downtown filled with shops, restaurants, and patios. Leave early, stay late, and consider this the big adventure edition of our Summer Day Trips from Denver series.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Evergreen
Want a mountain escape without packing snacks for an I-70 traffic jam? Evergreen is calling. About 40 minutes from Denver, Evergreen offers mountain scenery, hiking trails, a beautiful lake, local shops, restaurants, and plenty of opportunities to spend the day outdoors. It's close enough for a spontaneous trip but far enough away to feel like you've actually gone somewhere.
Summer Day Trips from Denver: Dillon + Frisco
If your perfect summer day includes mountain views, time on the water, and a stroll through a charming mountain town, Dillon and Frisco belong at the top of your list.
Just 90 minutes from Denver, these neighboring Summit County towns offer everything from paddleboarding and scenic bike rides to waterfront dining and boutique shopping. It's an easy day trip that feels like a vacation without spending half the day in the car.
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.
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.