Things to Do with Kids in Thornton, CO

  • TripBuzz found 290 things to do with kids in or near Thornton, Colorado, including 274 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Littleton, Wheat Ridge and Denver.
  • From AMF Sonesta Lanes to Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center, the Thornton area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Parks, Rock Climbing and Ziplines.
  • Located in both Adams and Weld counties, the city of Thornton, Colorado is home to over 118,000 residents. A short 10 miles from Denver, the city spans over 27 square miles, covered with 2,000 acres of parks and open land. A center for recreation, Thornton is host to several community centers, golf courses, and both indoor and outdoor entertainment.
  • TripBuzz found 290 things to do with kids in or near Thornton, Colorado, including 274 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Golden, Littleton, Wheat Ridge and Denver.
  • From AMF Sonesta Lanes to Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center, the Thornton area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Parks, Rock Climbing and Ziplines.
  • Located in both Adams and Weld counties, the city of Thornton, Colorado is home to over 118,000 residents. A short 10 miles from Denver, the city spans over 27 square miles, covered with 2,000 acres of parks and open land. A center for recreation, Thornton is host to several community centers, golf courses, and both indoor and outdoor entertainment.
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45.7 Miles
97% 1210 votes
Off Road & ATV 875 Moraine Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517 MoreLess Info
At Backbone Adventures, guests can rent Jeeps, ATVs, or Harleys and explore the mountains of Estes Park. Off-road drivers can access back country trails and old mines at this location.
45.7 Miles
95% 169 votes
Horseback Riding Estes Park, CO 80511 MoreLess Info
Jackson Stables offers guests a variety of rides to enjoy, including hayrides and short-term or all-day horseback trail rides. Younger visitors may also enjoy the chance to ride a pony.
45.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Skating Rinks 220 County Rd 514, Fraser, CO 80442 MoreLess Info
Open during winter, Fraser Valley Sports Complex has an outdoor, NHL regulation sized ice rink that hosts public skating sessions. The complex also has several sports fields for baseball and volleyball.
45.8 Miles
94% 632 votes
Horseback Riding 2166 State Highway 66, Estes Park, CO 80517 MoreLess Info
Horseback riders may enjoy what Cowpoke Corner Corral has to offer. The site offers access to a variety of trails, including those which provide views of Rocky Mountain National Park and Giant Track Mountain.
45.9 Miles
50% 104 votes
Horseback Riding 600 West Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517 MoreLess Info
Customized horseback rides through Estes Park and the Rock Mountain National Park are the focus of Estes Park Horseback. The company offers numerous guided trips ranging from one hour to eight hours or even overnight adventures.
46.4 Miles
91% 11 votes
Specialty Museums 35901 WCR 31, Greeley, CO 80615 MoreLess Info
Open for guided tours only, the Antique Washing Machine Museum contains over 1,408 antique washing machines, holding the Guinness World Record. The collection includes washing machines that are hand-powered, motor-driven and electric as well as other household appliances.
47.0 Miles
97% 29 votes
Dog Sleds Country Road 5, Fraser, CO MoreLess Info
Dog Sled Rides of Winter Park offer sled rides driven by huskies during peak winter season on a number of selected sight-seeing trails. Informative guided tours of the kennels and kennel handler experience programs are also available.
47.0 Miles
89% 99 votes
Parks 2626 W. Horsetooth Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526 MoreLess Info
At the Spring Canyon Community Park, guests can access a 2-acre dog park, a universally accessible playground, and a free ride course. The site's amenities include picnic tables, trails, baseball fields, and lighted basketball courts.
47.1 Miles
99% 10110 votes
Scenic Drives Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park, CO MoreLess Info
Trail Ridge Road, also called the Beaver Meadow National Scenic Byway, is the highest continuous paved road in the country and offers a scenic drive through the Rocky Mountain National Park.
47.2 Miles
100% 7 votes
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Bear Lake

Lake San Isabel National Forest, Pueblo, CO 81008 MoreLess Info
A part of the San Isabel National Forest, Bear Lake is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Along with fishing and hiking, there is also a campground on site for overnight stays.
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