Ted was amazing, great volunteer that took his time to explain everything regarding space to us!…read moreDefinitely recommend checking this place out if your in the area

This observatory is a hidden gem. The volunteers make it amazing. The 24" telescope was used by…read moreNASA for the Apollo mission to help map and analyze the moon's service so the correct landing gear could be engineered. Amazing. There is also an 18" telescope at the observatory. We are lucky enough to know someone that volunteers here. They are always eager to welcome guests like birthday parties or school groups. Pretty amazing to have this equipment and knowledge here!

If you're looking for a spot to have a picnic, you have found the right place. Even though I spend…read moremost of time in Washington Park I do love walking to this gem especially when the leaves are changing colors. You will find some shaded grass areas, tennis courts, and a playground area if you have little ruggers. When you finish, walk around the neighborhood and be wowed by the neighborhood architecture. If you cross university you can also walk through the DU campus.

The park itself is spacious and well-kept, with big open lawns perfect for tossing a frisbee,…read morereading under a tree, or setting up a picnic. There are tennis courts, a playground, shady paths, and just enough distance from traffic to feel peaceful. It's a solid pick whether you're there to relax, learn a little astronomy, or just enjoy the scenery in one of Denver's more underrated green spaces.

One of the most famous music venues to discover and attend a show in my opinion. The acoustics and…read morescenery is unlike anything. There are ample bars and bathrooms + it's pretty fun to tailgate ahead of a show. You can walk the grounds for free when they don't have a concert which is cool.

When you think of Denver there are a few things that come to mind right away. Denver Broncos,…read moreRocky Mountain National Park, and this world renowned concert venue. We were in town for spring break so we wanted to drop by and check it out. We arrived on a Thursday early evening. Red Rocks Amphitheater is located 10 miles southwest of Denver in the beautiful town of Morrison, CO. Parking is accessible all around the amphitheater. There was no concert scheduled that night. We were hoping to catch the sunset but unfortunately we missed it. The lighting was still great for pictures though. We parked by the Upper South Lot. From there it was a moderate 10 minute walk to the south ramp of the venue. During the walk the views of the valley is stunning. Once we made it inside the outdoor amphitheater, I was in awe of the beauty and ambiance of the Red Rocks amphitheater. The majestic backdrop of the red rocks was definitely something I have never seen before for a concert venue. It was unique and beautiful. We were able to start from the bottom of the stage area and make our way to the top. It was a nice workout climbing up the seats steps. From the top, the different angle view of the amphitheater and backdrop was amazing as well. Overall we enjoyed our time exploring Red Rocks amphitheater. It was a one of a kind experience. Unfortunately the visitor center was closed and we did not see a live concert at the venue. We hope to be back again so we can attend a concert.

OK, sooooo our experience was higher than 2 stars BUT my reason for the 2 stars was because we are…read morenew to the area and have 4 kids so I enjoy searching for free or cheap things to entertain ourselves during the summer. I can across Boulder Fish Observatory which sounded like fun. Everyone gave it 1 star saying that the windows were filthy and you couldn't see the fish because of it etc. And that it was hard to find because it was behind a hotel. The description I kept reading about this place was suppose to be where you can go and watch these fish and feed them. Since the reviews were from a few years ago, we decided to go check it out because 1. they could have fixed it up since then and 2. we were in the area and had nothing else better to do. The reviewers were very correct. You could not see out the little windows at all. There is a bridge that you can walk on over the creek as well so we went up there and there was absolutely no fish to see either. BUT now comes for the higher stars... Since we were there I told the kids they could take off their shoes and socks and wade around in the water. They had a blast. The water was very shallow and clear so you could see all the way to the bottom. The water was rushing but they had a blast trying to walk through it. We ended up staying there for well over an hour. It was a very beautiful little area. Oh and for the directions.. It is not behind the hotel, it is actually on the side of it.

This was such a cool stop during our visit to Estes Park. We failed to plan far enough ahead to get…read moreon the list but managed to attend the monthly open house. It was really neat!

Absolutely awesome and educational visit to the observatory. Mike was both intelligent and…read morehumorous. It wasn't the best conditions for viewing but we still had a great evening. Two guest astronomers - Dave and Jesse were awesome too. Thanks Mike!!!

This is such a fun activity especially if you love watching the sunrise or sunset. Only $5 to make…read morea reservation, then drive out to green mountain falls (about 20 min from downtown Colorado Springs) and take a little hike up a butte to the skyscape. It's fairly steep, but less than 1/2 mile. I believe they have accommodations if you're unable to hike because I saw an older couple get in a little ATV. I came for the sunset show and it lasted 50min. There are bathrooms halfway up the hike that are super nice (very luxurious toilet paper and heated!). It's crazy seeing how the sky changes colors with the light show. Very relaxing and you can even lay down on the benches.

Spent some time at Skyspace last evening. Had some idea of what to expect, but didn't really know…read morefor sure until I experienced it. Skyspace was interesting and worthwhile. And it only cost me $5! The hike up to the structure was not an easy one. Trust them when they say it is moderate to difficult. There is an ATV available for those who physically cannot make the hike. I wondered on my way up if they could've done a better job of cutting the trail, making more switchbacks, so it wouldn't be as difficult. Even so, do yourself a favor and arrive early enough to walk up. Even if you have to go slowly it's worth it! . I am from the area and had to stop several times, but it gave me the opportunity to take in the beauty of the surrounding area, where I once lived for 15 years. It was lush and green from all the rain and full of summer activity. I encountered two small deer feasting on the ample greenery and was treated to the sound of happy hummingbirds busily buzzing all around me. I thought to myself "this is a Colorado!" Hopefully, GMF maintains it's small, mountain town feel indefinitely. The Skyspace structure is actually quite contemporary, but blends well with the area even so. There is a small vestibule area outside with benches where you can leave your shoes (they require everyone to remove them before entering the main space). The main space is square, with marble floors wooden benches a smooth, domed white ceiling with a square opening. The center square is the focal point. The "show" consists of a series of subtle color changes, reflected off of the ceiling. Those color changes result in color changes to the center square, which is open to the sky, which is also changing color due to the setting, or in some cases, rising, sun. Last night's show was about 50 minutes which, felt a little bit long (many attendees began fidgeting after about 30 minutes). It was quiet, meditative, and, as it turned out, exactly what I needed that evening (even if it did feel a little bit long). The effects of the hour of quiet stayed with me as I drove home and finished my day. It was dark when I hiked back down, but as recommended, I had brought a light with me. I highly recommend bringing a light source with you for the (quicker) hike back down. The light from your cell phone will probably not suffice. They do have flashlights available. Overall, the experience was very good for me. Because of the length of the show, I would recommend bringing something to sit on as the benches are very "bench-like'l and not super comfortable. Had I thought to do that, the show might not have felt long. I love Green Box Arts and the vibe they have brought to this small, mountain community!