The Peaceful Retreat - Things to do and Places to see
Trails
A 1.5 mile hike through alpine forest climbing above tree line for breathtaking views of surrounding mountains and Denver. A very rewarding and popular hike in all seasons. Parking alongside Hwy 103 across from trailhead at mile marker 18.
23 locals recommend
Chief Mountain Trail
A 1.5 mile hike through alpine forest climbing above tree line for breathtaking views of surrounding mountains and Denver. A very rewarding and popular hike in all seasons. Parking alongside Hwy 103 across from trailhead at mile marker 18.
This 1000+ acre area has something for everyone. Perfect for exploring on foot or with your bike.
You can navigate to the main parking lot of the Stagecoach trailhead. For a challenge, climb Bergen Peak. To spend time winding through woods and in the open meadow, take Sleepy S and Meadow View.
40 locals recommend
Elk Meadow Park
2855 Bergen Peak DrThis 1000+ acre area has something for everyone. Perfect for exploring on foot or with your bike.
You can navigate to the main parking lot of the Stagecoach trailhead. For a challenge, climb Bergen Peak. To spend time winding through woods and in the open meadow, take Sleepy S and Meadow View.
Alderfer/Three Sisters Park East Trailhead
30357 Buffalo Park RdLair O' the Bear Park
22550 Colorado 74Sightseeing
Something to enjoy in all seasons: walk around the 1.3 mile path, rent a kayak, canoe, or SUP in the summer, look for elk or bald eagles, fish, book a tee time at the golf course (https://www.cityofdenvergolf.com/evergreen/), sled, cross country ski, ice fish, or ice skate during the winter.
43 locals recommend
Evergreen Lake House Center
29612 Upper Bear Creek RdSomething to enjoy in all seasons: walk around the 1.3 mile path, rent a kayak, canoe, or SUP in the summer, look for elk or bald eagles, fish, book a tee time at the golf course (https://www.cityofdenvergolf.com/evergreen/), sled, cross country ski, ice fish, or ice skate during the winter.
High altitude lake and gorgeous scenery with trails and a picnic area. Beautiful drive and fun to explore. Echo Lake Lodge gift shop and restaurant open seasonally.
8 locals recommend
Echo Lake Park
High altitude lake and gorgeous scenery with trails and a picnic area. Beautiful drive and fun to explore. Echo Lake Lodge gift shop and restaurant open seasonally.
Drive up the highest paved road in North America. A short trail from the parking lot leads you to a final altitude of 14,130 feet. On the way up, look for bighorn sheep, marmot, ancient bristlecone pine, high altitude lakes, and sweeping vistas. The road is open approximately Memorial Day to Labor Day, and is open for foot traffic or bikes or snowshoeing year round. Navigate to Mt. Evans Lodge and check cotrip.org for up-to-date information.
Mount Evans Welcome Station - Reservations Required
Colorado 5Drive up the highest paved road in North America. A short trail from the parking lot leads you to a final altitude of 14,130 feet. On the way up, look for bighorn sheep, marmot, ancient bristlecone pine, high altitude lakes, and sweeping vistas. The road is open approximately Memorial Day to Labor Day, and is open for foot traffic or bikes or snowshoeing year round. Navigate to Mt. Evans Lodge and check cotrip.org for up-to-date information.
Beautiful photo op with view of Mount Evans right off Upper Bear Creek Road near Golden Willow. Upper Bear Creek Road is also a great way to get from Witter Gulch Rd to Evergreen Lake and downtown Evergreen.
1 Co Rd 487
1 County Road 487Beautiful photo op with view of Mount Evans right off Upper Bear Creek Road near Golden Willow. Upper Bear Creek Road is also a great way to get from Witter Gulch Rd to Evergreen Lake and downtown Evergreen.
Relax, indulge
TallGrass Aveda Spa and Salon
997 Upper Bear Creek RdAn excellent salon and spa, very close by.
City/town information
To see current events, restaurant offerings and shops, visit downtownevergreen.com. Restaurants and shops can change locations or hours, so we recommend Yelp and Google as well.
117 locals recommend
Evergreen
To see current events, restaurant offerings and shops, visit downtownevergreen.com. Restaurants and shops can change locations or hours, so we recommend Yelp and Google as well.
Food scene
Campfire Evergreen
27883 Meadow DriveThe Bistro
27376 Spruce LnMurphy's Mountain Grill
27906 CO-74Creekside Cellars
28036 CO-74Baskin-Robbins
28206 CO-74Evergreen Bread Lounge
1260 Bergen PkwyWildflower Cafe
28035 CO-74Muddy Buck
28065 CO-74Lariat Lodge Brewing Co.
27618 Fireweed DrTuscany Tavern
32214 Ellingwood TrailParkside Cafe Evergreen
1338 County Road 65Entertainment/Bar
The Kitchen at the Creek
27845 CO-74Cactus Jack's Saloon
4651 County Hwy 73Revival Brews
27845 CO-74Red Rocks amphitheater
18300 West Alameda ParkwayPicnic area
Elk Meadow Park Stagecoach Trailhead
32281 Stagecoach BlvdBrother's Lookout
O'Fallon Park
25663 Lines Ln