Best of the Best: 3 Great Mountain Towns Closest to Denver

Nov 26

Conifer, Colorado

Just 35 minutes to Denver, this historic ranching town is just outside of Morrison on Hwy-285 and provides idyllic mountain living with proximity to modern amenities. Fun activities from exploring Tiny Town or hiking Flying J Ranch Park. Great restaurants and treats from Snowpack Taproom and Pizzeria to Lik’s Ice Cream. Part of the Jefferson County school district, Conifer offers award winning schools with outstanding community.

Idaho Springs, Colorado

A gold-rush town from the mid-1800s with an historic downtown as the gateway to ski towns. Shop and eat at Miner Street Market, run through kid-friendly parks, go whitewater rafting with Clear Creek Rafting Company, see the Charlie Taylor Water Wheel and hike to a water fall. Eat at Beau Jo’s mountain pizza and get ice cream at Sit n Chill Ice Cream and Candy. Part of the Clear Creek County RE-1 school district.

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Evergreen, Colorado

A vibrant historical mountain community 30 minutes from Denver boasting family-friendly living with award-winning schools, amazing restaurants and outdoor activities, and thriving arts and culture. Eat at Evoke 1923, have wine at the Evermore Wine Cafe or sit on the patio (with a kids playset) at Campfire (and next door is the Colorado Creamery for post-meal ice cream). Play at Evergreen lake which offers year-round entertainment with paddle boarding in the summer and ice skating in the winter. Hike the Alderfer/3 Sisters trails that take you to the top of Evergreen Mountain. Part of the Jefferson County school district, Evergreen has one of the highest ranked high schools in the state.

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