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Lariat Loop Scenic Byway

Lariat Loop Scenic Byway, Colorado Vacation Directory
 
 

Lariat Loop Scenic Byway Map, Colorado Click here to go to map legend

Lariat Loop Scenic Byway near Arvada, Aurora, Black Hawk, Brighton, Broomfield, Castle Rock, Centennial, Central City, Commerce City, Denver, Elbert, Elizabeth, Empire, Englewood, Evergreen, Fort Lupton, Genesee, Georgetown, Golden, Golden Mountains, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Hudson, Idaho Springs, Idledale, Lakewood, Littleton, Morrison, Parker, Westminster, Wheat Ridge

Lariat Loop Scenic Byway

The Lariat Loop Scenic Byway is Colorado's only urban byway; closer to a metro area than any other byway. This area is booming with cultural, natural, and historical landmarks. The byway is filled with museums, good entertainment, tantalizing cuisine, and plenty of opportunities for various activities.

The Lariat Loop Byway provides access to many attractions. Lookout Mountain is one of the larger foothills overlooking Golden and Denver in the far distance and Buffalo Bill's grave is located just a little ways down the road.

Buffalo Bill Museum in Golden Colorado
Buffalo Bill Museum -- Golden Colorado -- The Life Times and Legend of William F. Cody
Grave site of William F. Cody in Golden Colorado
William F. Cody -- Grave -- Golden Colorado -- Medal of Honor -- 3 US Cavalry Indian Wars
 

Whitewater rafting tour and kayaker going down the Arkansas River with Clear Creek Rafting Company in Colorado
Photo Courtesy of Clear Creek Rafting

The byway also travels by Red Rocks Amphitheater. This area has been referred to as "Garden of the Angels." The park is filled with huge red rocks combined with a 10,000-seat theater and orchestra pit, where performers such as Blues Traveler, Bill Cosby, Dave Matthews Band, and many, many others have graced the stage.

Evergreen Lake is a popular area for recreation. Boating, year-round fishing, and ice-skating are popular activities on the lake. Outdoor concerts are also held on the edge of the lake frequently. The northwest portion of the lake features bridges and boardwalks through the wetlands.

Location: Start on US 6 in Golden, travel up Lookout Mountain Road and then southwest down to I-70 at Genesse. The loop continues on CO Hwy 74 through Evergreen to Morrison and then back onto US 6 to Golden.

Places to Stay & Fun Things to Do

Agate Dog Inc dba Geo Tours Whitewater Raft Trips Web page link icon Photos on page icon
RAFT TRIPS. Clear Creek mini-trips; closest to Denver. In the heart of the Rockies, One-day and Multi-day; Arkansas and Upper Colorado rivers. Family to Advanced. Est 1981. Metro based in Morrison.
Clear Creek Rafting Co. Email link icon Web page link icon Photos on page icon
Something for everyone! 1/3-day to multi-day CO rafting tours. Whitewater trips in 2 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS: Idaho Springs and Cañon City! On 2 GREAT RIVERS: Clear Creek and the Arkansas River!
Gander RV of Denver Web page link icon Location map of property icon
#1 Towable Campers Dealer in COLORADO since 1986: LANCE, K-Z, R-Pod, Viking. In Denver Metro Area, Gander RV is off I-70 at Kipling, exit 261, on the SOUTHEAST corner in Wheat Ridge. Service Dept.

More Activities & Information

Denver Area, Colorado includes: Arvada, Aurora, Brighton, Broomfield, Castle Rock, Centennial, Commerce City, Elizabeth, Elbert, Englewood, Fort Lupton, Golden, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Hudson, Lakewood, Larkspur, Littleton, Parker, Westminster, Wheat Ridge

Denver Mountain Area, Colorado includes: Black Hawk, Central City, Empire, Evergreen, Genesee, Georgetown, Golden Mountains, Idaho Springs, Idledale, Morrison

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