Idaho Springs

Many of Georgetown’s attractions are within easy reach of Idaho Springs, so it is a great place to base yourself while you are in town. Two sights that should top every visitor’s list is the fabulous Echo Mountain Park and the much-loved Hiwan Golf Club. And don’t miss the Summit Lake Park and Mount Evans.

You’ll find plenty of interesting cultural attractions in and around Idaho Springs. Spend a while browsing the exhibits at Dinosaur Ridge in Morrison and the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave in Golden. For a great night out, spend an evening at the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, one of the area’s great concert venues.

Get your body moving in the great outdoors while you are in the area. Relax and enjoy the fresh air. Escape the rat race for a while and see the locals at their relaxed best in local parks and gardens such as the Red Rocks Park in Morrison. Make the most of the local wilderness by visiting the Eldorado Canyon State Park in Boulder.

Take your family to the mountains around Georgetown and enjoy the snow-based activities at the Winter Park Ski Resort in Winter Park and the Eldora Mountain Resort in Nederland.

Watch Georgetown favourites, the Colorado Buffaloes Football, take on their rivals at the iconic Folsom Field, Boulder. To fit in, be sure to wear silver and gold, the colors of the Colorado Buffaloes Football.

Finding somewhere suitable to stay in Idaho Springs couldn’t be easier. If you’re looking for a warm welcome and a good nights sleep be sure to check out the Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk, the Hampton Inn-Denver West/Golden, and the popular Lady Luck Casino Hotel Black Hawk.