Located
in historic Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
offers a unique mountain-top adventure that's fun for the whole family.
Featuring guided tours of Glenwood Caverns & Historic Fairy Caves;
Colorado's only alpine coaster; giant swing; gondola; 4D theater, laser
tag; bungee tramp; restaurants; and breathtaking scenery. Great for
groups, family reunions, and birthday parties, too.
Located
in Denver. There is a free guided tour where you will learn about the
history of the United States Mint and how coins are produced. Reservations
are required. Tours are recommended for ages 7 and up. You must arrive
30 minutes prior to the tour. No handbags, purses, backpacks or bags
or any kind are allowed on the tour. Tours of the United States Mint
are only given at the Denver and Philadelphia facilities.
Located
35 miles northeast of Alamosa, CO. 150,000 acres of grasslands, wetlands,
dunes, forests, lakes, and 13,000 foot mountains. Try sandboarding or
sand sledding on the tallest sand dunes in North America. Star Dune
at 750 feet is the tallest dune in North America. You can explore the
30 square mile dunefield and there is even a free dunes-accessible wheelchair
available to borrow. Camping in the dunes is also permitted as well
as in other areas of the park. Other activities available are birdwatching
in the wetlands, playing in Medano Creek or hiking one of the many mountain
trails. Open 24 hours a day, every day, all year. The visitor center
features a movie about the park, interactive exhibits, a bookstore and
rangers to help you plan your visit.
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