Location: Golden
Top Things to do in Golden
The 7 Best Things to do Adventurous in Golden, Colorado (CO)
Golden is the Home Rule Municipality that is the county seat of Jefferson County, Colorado, United States. Golden lies along Clear Creek at the base of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Founded during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush on June 16, 1859, the mining camp was originally named Golden City in honor of Thomas L. Golden. Golden City served as the capital of the provisional Territory of Jefferson from 1860 to 1861, and capital of the official Territory of Colorado from 1862 to 1867. In 1867, the territorial capital was moved about 12 miles (19 km) east to Denver City. The United States Census Bureau estimates that the city population was 18,867 in 2010.
Restaurants in Golden
1. Colorado Paragliding
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
Flights leaving Earth daily during the Summer, starting at $159.
2. Paraglide Tandem
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5.0 based on 91 reviews
Tandem Paragliding flights above Golden, Colorado. Come experience the freedom of flight. Only 20 minutes from Denver.
3. Apex Ex
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By samuelyrubyi - Alice, United States
We had an amazing time with Aaron yesterday. He was very patient with us unfit people. Very knowledgeable and was enthusiastically motivating us! We had such a blast! The hike was not too bad with a couple of stops to recoup our breathe(again for us unfit people) we were just thinking it was only going to be 1 climb, it was actually as many as we could do within the time frame to leave, we each did 3 climbs, we were 4 in the group. It was challenging but very doable and we are actually very greatfull for the experience we are now considering coming to Colorado more often to rock climb and we will definitely be taking our tours with Apex Ex from here on out. Thank you for sharing y’all passion of rock climbing, we are now growing our passion for it too.
4. Denver Mountain Guiding
5. Golden Mountain Guides
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5.0 based on 81 reviews
Fuel your desire for the outdoors with a once in a lifetime adventure with Golden Mountain Guides. Climb frozen crystalline water, dangle 1,000 feet off the ground, or learn new skills in a safe and scenic environment. Whether you're just learning or a seasoned climber looking for the next adventure, Golden Mountain Guides has the instruction to teach you the Fundamental Elements of Climbing.
6. Trail Gems Adventure Tours
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5.0 based on 61 reviews
We provide guided geology tours and hikes led by a professional geologist who can teach you about the natural history of the Rocky Mountains. We strive to provide educational experiences while guiding you through the incredible beauty of Colorado’s wilderness.
7. Adventure West River Tube Rentals
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
We rent and sell commercial grade river tubes at our location in Golden, CO for white water tubing on the Clear Creek and we also have a new tube rental and shuttle located at Breckenridge Brewery in Littleton, CO on the Platte River. Our Littleton location is a more mellow float and a great early season experience when the water is running to high in Golden to tube. Visit our website for up-to-date information on days/hours we are open at each location. Book online now for our tube rental and shuttle in Littleton. Golden is a first-come first-served set-up, but we usually have plenty of tubes to go around!
