Things to Do with Kids in Central City, CO

  • TripBuzz found 208 things to do with kids in or near Central City, Colorado, including 205 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Idaho Springs, Wheat Ridge and Arvada.
  • From Gilpin History Museum to Ghost Town Disc Golf Course, the Central City area offers 100 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Disc Golf, Haunted Tours and Parks.
  • Central City historically was a mining town that reached its height during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush and was previously nicknamed the Richest Square Mile on Earth. Numerous old gold mines and historic Victorian buildings are still seen around the area. Gambling was legalized in the town during the 1990s, and it is home to several casinos.
  • TripBuzz found 208 things to do with kids in or near Central City, Colorado, including 205 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Idaho Springs, Wheat Ridge and Arvada.
  • From Gilpin History Museum to Ghost Town Disc Golf Course, the Central City area offers 100 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Disc Golf, Haunted Tours and Parks.
  • Central City historically was a mining town that reached its height during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush and was previously nicknamed the Richest Square Mile on Earth. Numerous old gold mines and historic Victorian buildings are still seen around the area. Gambling was legalized in the town during the 1990s, and it is home to several casinos.
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4.6 Miles
93% 826 votes
Rafting 431 Chicago Creek Rd., Idaho Springs, CO 80452 MoreLess Info
Arkansas Valley Adventures offers guided whitewater rafting trips, from beginner to advanced levels, on Clear Creek river. Their recently built outpost provides many amenities including wetsuits, jackets and more.
4.6 Miles
100% 11 votes
Hiking Trails Mount Evans Wilderness, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 MoreLess Info
Located in the Mount Evans Wilderness, Mount Bierstadt is a 14,065 foot summit on the front range of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Views of local wildlife are featured along with a direct overlook of the mountain range.
4.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Horseback Riding PO Box 374, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 MoreLess Info
A & A Historical Trails is a horseback riding stable. Guests can learn to ride a horse or participate in pony rides, horse rental, horseback rides, pack trips, hunting horses and Rocky Mountain trail horse riding.
5.3 Miles
95% 369 votes
Parks 3873 Highway 46, Golden, CO 80403 MoreLess Info
Golden Gate Canyon State Park was established in 1960 and is home to a variety of wetland and riperian plant species, multiple forrested picnic areas, campsites, small creeks and ponds as well as a number of hiking and biking trails.
5.9 Miles
96% 347 votes
Other Adventures Golden, CO MoreLess Info
Denver Adventures is a local establishment which organizes a variety of outdoor adventure activities ranging from snowshoeing, skiing and snowboarding in winters to rafting, trail running and rock climbing in summers, on and around the Rocky Mountains.
6.7 Miles
93% 217 votes
Hiking Trails 7599 Fall River Road, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 MoreLess Info
St. Mary's Glacier is reached through a moderately difficult upward hike which in turn, passes around a scenic lake and progresses forward up to the glacier where one can enjoy the panoramic views of the surroundings and a variety of snow sports.
7.0 Miles
100% 11 votes
Fishing 4121 Chicago Creek Road, Idaho Springs, CO MoreLess Info
Tucked in the mountains, Mount Evans Trout Fishing offers visitors a scenic pond for catching rainbow trout. Any fish caught in the pond are cleaned by the staff so the visitor can take their catch home.
8.2 Miles
91% 46 votes
Mountains 19285 Highway 103, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 MoreLess Info
Open Tuesday-Friday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm; Saturdays from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm, Sundays from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; and select Mondays for Holidays.
11.3 Miles
83% 6 votes
Fishing 1532 Bergen Parkway, Evergreen, CO 80439 MoreLess Info
Blue Quill Angler is a full-service fly fishing shop and guide service that also offers several variations of fly fishing classes. In addition to their guided fishing trips they also offer float trips on the Colorado River.
11.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Family Fun Center 1521 Bergen Parkway, Evergreen, CO 80439 MoreLess Info
Serving the entire Evergreen area, the Evergreen Park & Recreation District features a wide array of parks and other recreation facilities. The district hosts a variety of activities and programs, as well.
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