Sports and Recreation in Denver
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The 20th Street Recreation Center, a city facility in the heart of downtown Denver, may not have the newest and fanciest equipment, but it has character and history that would give any other gym a real workout. Originally a boxing gym, it has an old-school feel, few crowds and helpful staffers and regulars alike. And […]
Arvada’s Apex Center isn’t your average gym. The 168,000-square-foot facility features two full-size ice rinks, a natural-rock climbing wall, a therapy pool, indoor and outdoor tracks, and three full gym and workout areas. And then there’s the mini-water park, complete with water slides, a lazy river, and a powerful spray station.
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Think golf is all wet? Head to Aqua Golf, a Denver destination that combines whimsical putt-putt with serious driving range, and appeals to all skill levels. It boasts two side-by-side eighteen-hole mini-golf courses, as well as a driving range that allows you to whack balls into a lake. And instead of aiming for the mouth […]
Many consider Arapahoe Basin, endearingly known as A-Basin, to be one of the most underrated ski areas in the state. It certainly has the longest season — usually from mid-October to early June – because the north-facing slopes get less sun and the snow sticks around. A-Basin is a sibling of Breckenridge and Keystone, and […]
There’s a reason that Arrowhead Golf Club is one of the most photographed golf courses in the nation. Located just outside of Littleton, the course features ancient sandstone formations and breath-taking mountain views. That’s why Arrowhead is not only a favorite destination for golfers, but a popular place for corporate parties, weddings and business meetings.
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Just down the road from Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison sits another loud destination that draws big crowds: Bandimere Speedway. The quarter-mile drag strip has been in business for over fifty years, attracting crowds up to 28,000 for motorized fun and festivals. There are scheduled events most nights in the summer, and on Wednesdays you […]
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