Location: Conifer
Top Things to do in Conifer
Top 10 Things to do in Conifer, United States
Conifer is an unincorporated community in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States. Conifer is located along U.S. Route 285 in the foothills west of Denver.
Restaurants in Conifer
1. Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Naturally formed, open air Amphitheatre consists of two, three-hundred-foot monoliths serving as a "stage" for musical performances.
Reviewed By Klibra - Chicago, Illinois
While on a weekend away in Denver, we made sure this was one of our stops. Since it was late march, still chilly and there were no concerts going on, however, it is still very functional and used for various people exercising, using the stairs, the ramps and the stage all for various stages of working out. We just took in the beauty of this area and the miracle of putting this stage here and admiring all the beauty here. Under the "stage" is a wall of fame" that is cool to see with all the acts that have performed on this stage. Just come and sit and take in the beauty, and if you are lucky enough, catch a concert...I hear from EVERY LOCAL - it is a must!
2. Evergreen Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 327 reviews
Reviewed By Geojourneyman - Evergreen, Colorado
Amazing event! The 8 pm and repeating Midnight fireworks at Evergreen Lake are fabulous! The skating and bonfires are very Currier & Ives-like....with music and food to warm the heart and tummy in the brisk mountain air. This is an annual gathering with free shuttles from several parking areas. The event is non -alcoholic....totally perfect for families and older folks too! Rental skis and hot chocolate and snacks all available. Wear warm clothing and gloves and hats!! It is a fun night each year!
3. Mirada Fine Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
Mirada Fine Art features distinctive contemporary art that can't be found in any other gallery in the Denver Metro Area. It has been named one of the 'Top 25 Galleries in the United States' by the American Art Awards three years in a row...2013, 2014 & 2015. Although Mirada's artists come from all across the globe, their work embodies the spirit of our region. Located in the historic Indian Hills Trading Post, Mirada is only minutes from southwest Denver, but the space will transport you to another place and time.
Reviewed By GH80226 - Denver, Colorado
I stumbled over this gallery a few years ago and have been going back ever since. There's a fine selection of original art by an ever-changing line up of great artists. This is now my favorite gallery in the Denver metro area and I think it rivals some of the finest in Santa Fe. My favorite pieces are Pablo Milan paintings.
Check it out--you won't be sorry!
4. Bear Creek Lake Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By sheldon m - Minneapolis, Minnesota
If you are in a tent or small trailer that means that you rely on the restroom/shower facilities of the campground--you should know that they really skimped on the facilities-- one modern stall for men, two modern stalls for women and two showers TOTAL for the whole campground. They seemed to assume that almost everyone would be in large RVs with their own restrooms. But the actual use includes a significant number of texts, small camping trailers.
Also, they don't seem to pick up any of the random trash left be campers-- lots of plastic bags, plastic bottles, trash randomly around the campground.
5. Staunton State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By susiedu - Kendal, United Kingdom
This is a lovely place, very peaceful away from the noise of the construction. Check the web site before you visit – and maybe print a colour version of the map and information. There is no visitor centre and the map provided at the gate is not as helpful as the one on the website. It's black and white and there's no indication of the difficulty of the trails. When we paid at the gate we weren’t given any information about the closure of two of the car parks. There are lots of options though and there's a good trail to Davis Pond with a gradual gradient and well formed path; although there was some misinformation of one of the boards about the closure of the path. There are beautiful views to the mountains over alpine meadows. The restroom facilities at Davis Pond are much better than in the main parking area. They are newer and had hand cleanser; in the main area the dispenser was empty even in the morning. There are good facilities for picnicking and well marked trails when you find them.
6. Meyer Ranch Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By CO2girl - Conifer, Colorado
I have been hiking Meyer Ranch for years and there is easy, intermediate and advanced hiking here. And the same holds true for mountain biking. The lower loop is beginner level and if you really want a challenge, go to the top - lots of tights switchbacks and large rocks to challenge your skill set. The longest route is around 4.8 miles and you can take slow or fast. I can hike it in about 1 hr & 45 minutes at a fast pace and not stopping to smell the roses. The only drawback to me about Meyer Ranch is that you hear a lot of road noise until you near the top and the views are so-so. But it is close and I like it that the rails include all levels of ability. Dogs are welcome on leash. There is a picnic area if all you want to do is enjoy the greater outdoors.
7. Roxborough State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 359 reviews
Reviewed By BooBooBandaid - Littleton, Colorado
Whenever we have visitors we take them to Roxborough Park. What a beautiful site to see! Bring your cameras for some magnificent photo ops! There is also a nice gift shop on site as well as a little cafe for a light breakfast or lunch. The beautiful red rock formations jutting out are just as nice as Red Rocks and much easier to visit w/o all the walking or hiking. Handicap access is also possible.
8. Alderfer/Three Sisters Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 97 reviews
Great mountain biking park for beginners
Reviewed By Penny37357 - Munster, Indiana
There are several hikes to choose from at Three Sisters Park and all are great for fresh air and exercise. Several are roundtrips and will bring you right back to the parking lot. This is somewhere you can do a quick hike in an hour or go further and be gone for several hours.
9. Bear Mountain Stables
Overall Ratings
5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Sarah Z - Chicago, Illinois
My husband and I did a one-hour ride with Marie and her daughter at Bear Mountain Stables. Thanks to the perfect weather and the great scenery, we enjoyed it very much! The horses were well-trained and easy to handle. Although the trail is considered to be for novices, I found it more difficult than the one other time we went riding in California. The trail goes up and down, through trees, and across rocks - a little scary at times, but also very exhilarating. After the first 1/2 hour of riding, I felt like I really had control of the horse and how to maneuver him and I was able to relax and enjoy it more. Marie and her daughter are very friendly and very much concerned for their riders' safety. Riding with them was a wonderful experience, and I would do it again in a heartbeat.
10. Baehrden Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By rgoben
The Baehrden Lodge is open for tours on Sundays from 11:00 - 2:30 from June 1 - August 30. Only the portion that has been renovated is open to the public. The best part is it is Free. Tours are given for 30 minutes on the hour & 1/2 hour. Come see the unique Summer Home that was built in 1927.
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