- Our list of the best things to do in Idaho Springs, Colorado, features the top 261 nearby activities — including 122 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Idaho Springs, CO has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 27 things to do within the city of Idaho Springs, CO , followed by 235 popular activities in nearby cities, including Golden, Boulder, Wheat Ridge, Arvada, Evergreen, Morrison, Winter Park, Fraser, Georgetown, Central City, Lakewood, Littleton, Black Hawk, Broomfield, Keystone, Westminster, Denver, Estes Park and Dillon
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12.8 Miles
Popular with tourists and residents, Evergreen Lake and the Evergreen Lake Park provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Fishing is permitted throughout the year, and the lake is stocked with trout. A state fishing license is mandatory.
12.9 Miles
Creekside Cellars is a winery and vineyard the features a diverse selection wines and an Italian cafe. The winery hosts public events and is also available for rental for private events.
12.9 Miles
Evergreen Players is a theatre group that produces six shows per year and offers a range of productions including classics, regional premieres, comedies, and dramas. They also sponsor a youth drama camp for children ages 5-15.
13.5 Miles
White Ranch Park is 4,944 acres and includes 20 miles of multi-use trails that are suitable for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The park features campgrounds and open space to accommodate campers and picnickers.
13.7 Miles
Maxwell Falls is a part of Maxwell Creek, and the waterfall tends to be most impressive in the spring when the creek is fed by snow runoff. An easy hiking trail that allows for dog walking follows the creek to the waterfall.
14.1 Miles
Located in the heart of a 110-acre nature preserve, the Boettcher Mansion is on the register of National Historic Places by its original name, Lorraine Lodge. This beautiful facility is available to rent for special events, corporate retreats, and social galas.
14.1 Miles
Designed to cultivate children and adults connection with nature, the Lookout Mountain Nature Center, is a 110-acre, outdoor paradise. Featuring interior educational exhibits, coupled with the outdoor observation areas and nature trails, plan your visit today.
14.4 Miles
One of Morrison's most popular open spaces in Lair O' the Bear Park. The park offers flat creekside trails for scenic walks along Bear Creek, abundant wildlife, over twenty five picnic tables and charcoal grills.
14.5 Miles
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987-1/2 Lookout Mountain Road, Golden, CO 80401
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Buffalo Bill Museum houses William F. Cody memorabilia who was nicknamed 'Buffalo Bill' for his buffalo hunting skills, as well as a number of other exhibits which feature Native Indian artifacts and old Western firearms. The Grave offers scenic views of the nearby Great Plains and the Rockies.
14.6 Miles
While considered a mecca for hiking enthusiasts, White Ranch Park, offers outdoor adventures for everyone. In addition to the 20 miles of trails, camping sites are available for visitors who want to experience wildlife up close and personal.