- Our list of the best things to do in Parker, Colorado, features the top 179 nearby activities — including 63 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Parker, CO has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 17 things to do within the city of Parker, CO , followed by 162 popular activities in nearby cities, including Denver, Littleton, Aurora, Englewood, Castle Rock, Wheat Ridge, Morrison, Lakewood, Commerce City, Centennial and Highlands Ranch
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Visitors at the Hidee Gold Mine in Central City, Colorado observe this working mine in operation. Tours also explain the mine's history. Guests who wish to may pan for gold near the end of the tour.
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2350 Riverside Drive, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
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At Highside Adventure Tours, visitors can trek the rapids of Clear Creek. The tour guide is helpful at navigating the waters and providing training to beginners in the group. They also have a zipline course for visitors.
42.7 Miles
Heritage Visitors Center features an informative museum full of unique exhibits of Idaho Springs' mining history, early life, and the important role it played in establishing not only Idaho Springs but the state of Colorado itself.
42.8 Miles
Boulder Creek Path is a local trail which begins in the plains leading up to the mountains and is much used by bikers and trail-runners. The trail runs parallel to Boulder Creek and passes near a local playground.
42.8 Miles
Indian Hot Springs is a local establishment which offers hot mineral baths with their Tropical Swim Pool, outdoor jacuzzis and private baths coupled with geothermal vapor caves and spa facilities.
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At Monarch Casino Black Hawk, guests can play video poker, the slot machines, and table games. The location, which also offers live music and DJ performances, features both a buffet and a hot dog eatery.
42.9 Miles
Mt. Evans Wilderness contains rare high altitude arctic tundra, spruce-lodgepole pine forests and bristlecone pines in high altitude locations. Patrons can hike or walk the wilderness and experience granite cirques, several small lakes and scenic views.
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431 Chicago Creek Rd, Hwy 103, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
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AVA Idaho Springs, part of the larger AVA network, has numerous adventure packages that include cliffside ziplining, beginner to advanced whitewater rafting trips and ATV excursions. Mixed adventure packages as well as weekday specials are available.
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Echo Lake Park spans a total of 616 acres and features a historic lake lodge, a hiking trail, a stone picnic shelter, and a 24-acre lake. The lake has fishing access along the shoreline.
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The hike to the top of Squaw Mountain is a moderate one, and offers impressive views of the surrounding wilderness. Visitors who come in the winter can do the hike on snowshoes for a challenge.