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Old 10-13-2012, 12:44 PM   #1
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Destination - Golden Colorado

Golden Colorado lies 15 miles west of Denver off I70 and is famous as the home of Coors Beer (which combined operations with Miller in 2007). Though, in our opinion, the town is very nice it offers nothing unique in shops or restaurants. However, there are a number if well done sculptures throughout the town that are worth seeing.
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The immediate area offers 4 well worthwhile venues.

Coors brewing facility – free tours available
http://www.millercoors.com/Brewery-T...wery-Tour.aspx

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Colorado Railroad Museum – Adult $10, Family $20
http://coloradorailroadmuseum.org/
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If you have younger children be sure to check out the Thomas the Train Rides.

Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum – free admission
http://www.mines.edu/Geology_Museum
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National Renewable Energy Lab – Visitor Center
http://www.nrel.gov/visiting_nrel/visitors_center.html
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If you are familiar with renewable energy technology this may not be a worthwhile visit as you only tour the Visitor Center.

Golden has a City campground, Clear Creek RV Campground http://www.cityofgolden.net/play/rec...creek-rv-park/ , which has 22 full hookup sites. The only caveat is that sites are first come first served, no reservations.
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Old 11-29-2012, 05:13 AM   #2
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Was planning a trip there next spring.Thanks
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If you're going to be in the Golden area, plan a trip up Lookout Mountain while you're there. Because of the drive, I'd advise doing it before the Coors Brewery tour.

Buffalo Bill's grave, museum and the Annie Oakley exhibit are up there. The drive up is filled with switchbacks, steep cliffs and breath taking views. My wife and I always include a "SOLO" (no trailer in tow) trip up right at dusk to watch the sun set behind the mountains while watching the lights of Denver slowly come on. It's amazing how many lights are in the Denver area LOL
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