- The list below includes 216 free or cheap things to do in or near Black Hawk, Colorado, including 101 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters and Recreation Centers.
- From Gilpin History Museum to Blue Lantern Ghost Tours, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Black Hawk and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Boulder, Idaho Springs and Wheat Ridge.
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Established in 1959, the Colorado Railroad museum owns a collection of narrow gauge locomotives including vintage engines, coaches and cabooses. The museum also features a model railroad, a roundhouse restoration facility with a working turntable and offers scenic train rides.
16.2 Miles
Started with the goal of having a place to bring people together, Hideaway Park Brewery allows people to stop by and have a pint of beer. The brewery offers a variety of house beers as well as seasonal beers.
16.3 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.
16.3 Miles
Adjacent to the Memorial Sports Complex is the Tony Grampsas Dog Park which is spread over two and a half acres of land. The wooded area is completely fenced in, allowing for off the leash play.
16.6 Miles
Often referred to as the Yosemite of Boulder Canyon, Boulder Falls are natural waterfalls with the fall of approximately 70 feet into the Middle Boulder Creek. The surrounding landscape is beautiful and the site is often visited by hikers and rock climbers.
16.7 Miles
Ambitious hikers frequently tackle the Mesa Trail that runs between Boulder and Eldorado Springs. It covers six miles of land and has an elevation gain of 440 feet while there are also picnic areas and wildlife viewing.
16.9 Miles
Offering around nine miles of hiking trails, the Matthews/Winters Park features a variety of amenities. The scenic park is a popular destination for hikers, bikers, and joggers, and features public restrooms.
16.9 Miles
Matthews Winters Park is a nature park that has opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, camping, and picnicking. The park also has a hiking trail and a visitor center.
17.1 Miles
Thunder Valley Motocross Park hosts professional races, including the Toyota Pro Motocross National. Motocross fans can attend events and cheer on their favorite riders and the track is also open for members to use for practice rides.