Guidebook for Lakewood
Shopping
Walgreens
12880 W Alameda PkwyComvenient Drugstore
Closest place for alcohol. Good selection considering it's not one of the bigger stores.
Foothills Liquor
13079 W Alameda PkwyClosest place for alcohol. Good selection considering it's not one of the bigger stores.
Food Scene
Sonic Drive-In
17191 S Golden Rd1/2 price shakes after 8.
Great pizza and a friendly retro (1980-90's) atmosphere that feels familiar. They do a great job and are a good place to bring the kids. Nothing is gourmet or trendy, which is probably why I like it.
10 locals recommend
Frontroom Pizza
13795 W Jewell AveGreat pizza and a friendly retro (1980-90's) atmosphere that feels familiar. They do a great job and are a good place to bring the kids. Nothing is gourmet or trendy, which is probably why I like it.
Garlic Knot
1422 S Parker RdGood pizza and garlic knots
Starbucks
12408 W Alameda PkwyIn the Safeway
"This burrito is delicious, but it is filling" -You, after eating at Burrito Express.
Burrito Express
12792 W Alameda Pkwy"This burrito is delicious, but it is filling" -You, after eating at Burrito Express.
12408 W Alameda Pkwy
It has a drive through.
Casa Bonita
6715 W Colfax AveHorrible food, but a unique experience. Kids will love it.
Sherpa House Restaurant and Culture Center
1518 Washington AveGreat food!
Morrison's Quaint downtown offers a number of restaurants, bars and an ice cream parlor. There is also a nice walking path along bear creek.
98 locals recommend
Morrison
Morrison's Quaint downtown offers a number of restaurants, bars and an ice cream parlor. There is also a nice walking path along bear creek.
The French Press is the best coffee house in the area. Aside from their great ambiance and tasty coffee they offer a huge breakfast and lunch menu with dishes that'll please even discerning palates.
35 locals recommend
The French Press
7323 W Alaska DrThe French Press is the best coffee house in the area. Aside from their great ambiance and tasty coffee they offer a huge breakfast and lunch menu with dishes that'll please even discerning palates.
Kobe An
85 S Union BlvdDelicious Japanese food.
Village Roaster Coffee & Tea
9255 W Alameda AveCoffee.
Entertainment & Activities
Lakewood Skate Park
930 S Youngfield CtIt's a skate park.
Alpine Slides. Not reason enough? They've also got Swings, Balloon Ride, Banana Squadron, Carousel, Crazy Bus, Roller Coasters, Tea Cups, Tilt-a-Whirl, Scrambler, Ferris Wheel, Paddle Boats and more.
Heritage Amusement Park
Alpine Slides. Not reason enough? They've also got Swings, Balloon Ride, Banana Squadron, Carousel, Crazy Bus, Roller Coasters, Tea Cups, Tilt-a-Whirl, Scrambler, Ferris Wheel, Paddle Boats and more.
Everything Else
Bandimere Speedway
3051 S Rooney Rdsometimes you wanna go fast
Federal Center Station
11601 W 2nd PlClosest place to pick up the light rail.
Olde Town Arvada
5575 Vance StCute and cozy business district that's worth a visit.
Belmar
Walkable shopping and restaurants area.
Evergreen is a cool little mountain town with lots of little shops and restaurants. Be sure to check out the lake which offers kayak/canoe/paddle boat rentals and tons of walking paths.
117 locals recommend
Evergreen
Evergreen is a cool little mountain town with lots of little shops and restaurants. Be sure to check out the lake which offers kayak/canoe/paddle boat rentals and tons of walking paths.
Modern Market Eatery
14630 W Colfax AveModmarket is a great place to eat. http://modmarket.com/
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
15013 Denver W PkwyNational Renewable Energy Laboratory.
This rec center is a great place to go for a dip in the pool or to get in a workout.
Green Mountain Recreation Center
13198 W Green Mountain DrThis rec center is a great place to go for a dip in the pool or to get in a workout.
Essentials
Safeway
1701 Jackson Stgroceries
Great place for natural foods. VC is kind of a tiny version of whole foods.
12 locals recommend
Vitamin Cottage
12612 W Alameda PkwyGreat place for natural foods. VC is kind of a tiny version of whole foods.
King Soopers
17171 S Golden RdGood selection
Arts & Culture
Fossil Trace Golf Club
3050 Illinois StGreat golf course close to Lakewood.
Sightseeing
Fishing, Biking, Hiking, Swimming. Bear Creek is an all around great park.
12 locals recommend
Bear Creek Lake Regional Park
15600 W Morrison RdFishing, Biking, Hiking, Swimming. Bear Creek is an all around great park.
Addenbrooke Park
600 South Kipling ParkwayNice park with paved trails. Great for kids. Playground.
Belmar Park
Really nice place for a relaxing walk
Lions Park
1300 10th StGreat place for a picnic.
Parfet Park and the surrounding area are a great place to spend a lazy afternoon. Meander down the clear creek trail for a relaxing walk.
7 locals recommend
Parfet Park
719 10th StreetParfet Park and the surrounding area are a great place to spend a lazy afternoon. Meander down the clear creek trail for a relaxing walk.
Apex Park
121 County Road 93Great park with tons of hiking and mountain biking trails.
Tin Cup Hogback Park
Even more great hiking located minutes from the condo.
Really great hike if you've got the time for it. It's also a pretty challenging mountain bike ride.
Dakota Ridge Trail
Dakota Ridge TrailReally great hike if you've got the time for it. It's also a pretty challenging mountain bike ride.
Great for kids, fossil lovers and those who love history. Dinosaur Ridge offers a chance to get up close to real dino tracks and see an amazing front range view at the same time.
112 locals recommend
Dinosaur Ridge
Great for kids, fossil lovers and those who love history. Dinosaur Ridge offers a chance to get up close to real dino tracks and see an amazing front range view at the same time.
Matthews / Winters Park
1103 County Rd 93Nice park with separated walking and biking paths.
This is a great park for anyone, there is a nice flat path along the creek along with a more challenging hike for those who are so inclined. This park also is great for mountain biking.
108 locals recommend
Lair O' the Bear Park
22550 Colorado 74This is a great park for anyone, there is a nice flat path along the creek along with a more challenging hike for those who are so inclined. This park also is great for mountain biking.
Great views! Combine with a drive through Red Rocks and end in downtown Golden for a great trip!
11 locals recommend
Lariat Loop Road
Lariat Loop RoadGreat views! Combine with a drive through Red Rocks and end in downtown Golden for a great trip!
A close drive offers great hiking and even greater views! There is even a paved lookout right off of the parking lot. Plan to drive the Lariat Loop when you visit, it's a great drive!
41 locals recommend
Lookout Mountain Road
Lookout Mountain RoadA close drive offers great hiking and even greater views! There is even a paved lookout right off of the parking lot. Plan to drive the Lariat Loop when you visit, it's a great drive!
Green Mountain Park offers several great hikes and it's just a stones through from the condo. The hike to the top offers awesome views of Denver and the Front Range.
28 locals recommend
William Frederick Hayden Park
1000 S Rooney RdGreen Mountain Park offers several great hikes and it's just a stones through from the condo. The hike to the top offers awesome views of Denver and the Front Range.
South Valley Park
90 S Valley RdGreat hiking with nice views