This place is a hidden gem. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to explore this area. We make this…read morea stop after Ya-ya farms and it never disappoints! We plan on camping here next summer to explore the nearby areas a little more and have a quick and easy get away from the city.

Came here apprehensive about it being open. I have been having a lot of difficulties getting…read moreinformation online regarding restrictions and shutdowns. I am not from Colorado. I had to take the initiative and just drive here just to make sure that it was open and what we were able to do. I was delighted to find such a beautiful park right along the river bank. Have the ability to tube and have the little ones play. Children can play, and there is also a kid pool (a definite bonus). I was afraid that it would get packed and we end up not being able to stay. So I was left behind, and my husband went back to get the rest of the family. Since it is Monday, I figure it is not going to get too busy. But, I am not going to take a chance. This spot should be on the list of visiting places. Especially right now that Boulder creek is closed and many other outdoor activities.

We always stop at sandstone Park on our way to Estes Park to walk our dogs and enjoy the beautiful…read moretrees and artwork.

Lovely little park in Lyons. Only a couple acres but it's nice and relaxing. There's also a visitor…read morecenter & bathrooms. I would park here again. I do not however recommend pooping here.

"The Double Gateway to the Rockies"…read more I stayed here in Lyons on my trip to Rocky Mountain National Park because it was only 20 miles away. They also had more affordable options than Estes Park. It is a small town with a population of around 2,000. I enjoyed taking some time to explore Lyons during my brief visit here. The town of Lyons has a lot of cool-looking historic buildings. Many of the restaurants and stores are all within walking distance in the downtown area. I was able to do some shopping at the local grocery store because my hotel had a kitchen. For coffee, I spent time at Barking Dog Cafe. The coffee is smooth and the customer service was great. For food and drinks, I recommend MainStage Brewing. They specialize in pizza and good beer and have a vibrant outdoor patio area. All of these places are located on the main road through town. The Lyons Redstone Museum is free and open to the public on a donation basis if you want to learn more about the history of this town. It is housed in the town's school house. The Rockygrass Bluegrass festival and the Folks Festival folk music festival are two annual music festivals held at their outdoor venue called Planet Bluegrass. Lyons is a great place to stay if you love outdoor recreation activities like camping, hiking, fishing and whitewater kayaking.

My good friend Christian B., is right. The town of Lyons is wonderful and one of my favorite stops…read moreduring my trip to Estes Park. Although, I've been in and out of Estes Park for the last 15 years, I haven't actually explored the Town of Lyons much. We came here during our peak to peak scenic byway drive, and figured that this town was only 30 minutes away. It was absolutely the emporium of small town! Beekeepers were spotted with local "bee-farming," and local honey for sale. Most shops were simple, supported by the community and seem to be all the rage in honey!! This community is friendly to senior citizens, because we saw lots of senior citizen friendly neighborhoods. One of them, were actually located across the street from Sandstone Park, and Lyons Depot Library. Those are two spots that make wonderful activities for anyone. We saw also lots of friendly looking people, who waved back and smiled often. It seems everyone built a foundation of friendship and familiarity here.

Honestly I was looking for a decent place for doggy daycare. After 30 mins of filling out paperwork…read moreand getting into their system which can only be done after downloading their app I was notified I would need to put a 25$/per dog deposit down for a meet and greet for both my dogs. 50$ just for them to evaluate my dogs is ridiculous. I've gone to several different daycares in several states traveling and moving with my dogs. I have never been asked for a 50$ deposit to spend 15 mins evaluating if my mutts can handle other mutts. After politely informing them to remove my dogs from their roster the owner flew off the handle over email accusing me of an angry response. Hard to say it's angry when it's two sentences and begins and ends with "thank you". I would honestly worry about my dogs or any dogs with people who obviously have some serious issues. The email is here for anyone wanting to read such nonsense. I strongly discourage anyone from this location. The owner seems to have issues. What I originally sent: "Thanks but you can remove my pups. 25$ per dog just to meet and greet is ridiculous. I'll look for services elsewhere. Ty The owner, Justine Bennett's, unhinged response: "It's a DEPOSIT because often people make an appointment but don't show, and because we are a small, dog forward and conscientious business and I will need to schedule extra staff to cover while I, or my trainer assess your dog, it's necessary. But again, it's a DEPOSIT that would be returned to you should it not be a good fit, OR it is applied to any of the services we offer but thank you for your angry and unwarranted response about it being RIDICULOUS. We will absolutely remove you and your pups. Thanks!"

This place was so kind, accommodating, welcoming, and fairly priced. Our dog Oliver came home…read more(after being picked up and dropped off by the sweetest driver) happy and tired after a half day running around with other pups at Woof Logic. Highly recommend.

My 17 yr old son and I met Graham on the Blue River, above Silverthorne, for our guided fishing…read moretrip. Graham had all the equipment and patience needed for a couple of "rookies". We had an amazing day on the river and Graham was not only knowledgeable, but extremely personable. Gear Colorado Fly Fishing is a must for your next fishing expedition. BTW, we caught 5 hogs!, and several trees.

My wife booked Adam for a 1/2 day of fly fishing for a birthday surprise for me. Adam was top notch…read moreand I don't think she could have made a better choice! She was pretty clueless in the whole fly fishing guide experience but Adam was very quick to put her at ease with all the arrangements. Adam arrived early with a big smile on his face and off we went. We fished the tail water of the Big Thompson and the best part of it all was that we caught fish! It was a great day and I know Adam went out of his way to make sure I had an awesome time. One thing I have to mention is that Adam even went out of his way and picked me up from our rental cabin so my wife wouldn't be without a car while we were out fishing...Who does that??? Thanks Adam for the memories of the day.

Rocky Mountain Experience: Very disappointing. The guide immediately did an upsell when we got in…read morethe van to include a gondola ride for an extra $27. Four of the 9 ppl in our van took advantage of it - which meant the tour went an hour beyond the allotted time and we were rushed through the sites we paid to see. It ruined our last night in town as we missed our dinner reservation and after dinner plans - which didn't concern the driver in the least. Other lowlights were listening to the guide drone on and on about his life and opinions, pulling over THREE times as one lady thought she maybe saw some wildlife waaaayyy in the distant woods, and spending much too long in a small town where half the stores were closed so the gondola opters could have their unscheduled fun and the tour company could grab a few extra dollars.

We booked the "Rocky Mountain Escape" tour for about $90 per person, and it ended up being one of…read morethe best parts of our trip. The tour lasted a little over 4 hours and is considered a half-day experience. Our guide, Aaron, was awesome! He is super friendly, funny, and full of great info about Denver and its history. Pickup was right in front of Union Station, and the tour started right on time (a few people in our group were running behind, of course haha). We made several stops along the way, and every single one had amazing views. We even got to see some wildlife: bighorn rams, elk, and a fox! Aaron was great about pulling over so everyone could grab photos whenever we spotted something cool. There were about 11 of us in total, which made it feel like a nice small group instead of a big crowded tour. It was our first time exploring the Rocky Mountains, and we're so glad we chose Aspire Tours. I would definitely recommend them...and don't forget to tip your guide.

Nick was amazing! I've been riding for years. I was hoping to gain some confidence and learn about…read moresome skills that I should be working on. I did! Nick gave just the right amount of advice so I could absorb what he was saying. Not too much so I was overwhelmed and not too little. This was definitely money well spent!

Nick is a knowledgeable, patient, professional guide. My family enjoyed an awesome morning mountain…read morebike tour with him recently and I highly recommend him as a guide. He did a great job coaching everyone from experts to extremely altitude challenged riders.

Our full-day tour of RMNP on the Trail Ridge Road was the perfect introduction to this beautiful…read moreColorado treasure. Our tour guide Hans really went the extra mile to ensure that we captured all the best vistas and viewpoints throughout the drive. And we were lucky to spot so many animals, for which he slowed down/stopped the vehicle and pointed them out with accompanying explanations. The day did not feel hurried. The weather was magnificent, which made the experience that much more enjoyable. The sandwich lunch was filling/good.

Christine was amazing. The tour to Red Rocks, Evergreen and Echo Lake was incredible. Her knowledge…read moreand sense of humor made the tour a lot of fun. The length of the tour was perfect as well as the group size. The van was very comfortable. You gotta do the tour. We would definitely do it again. Dennis and Sue

This was truly an amazing experience! Dickie was our guide and made it such a great time! He was…read moreextremely knowledgeable and gave us great instructions while keeping it fun! There was a huge traffic jam that potentially would make it difficult for us to get picked up and dickie swiftly found a solution that enhanced our experience! I have only good things to say about dickie and this company! This was our first time and we will be back

More than the name sugests, Boulder Wilderness Shuttle offer some fabulous sightseeing tours…read more(http://boulderwildernessshuttle.com/services_sightseeing.html). I did the day tour of Rocky Mountain National Park highlights and couldn't have been happier. According to many, I was going at the wrong time. I did this tour in the off season (Nov 09). The weather was cold and part of the high road closed; however, in my honest opinion, I couldn't have asked for more. The park was bare of tourists. I got to experience the wilderness without battling the crowds. PERFECT! Mother nature truly puts on a show in the Rockies and thanks to Nick (tour guide for the day) we saw some of America's great scenery. Despite spending the day in the national park I am acutely aware of how little we saw in the grand scheme of things; however, thanks to BWS we couldn't have gotten a better taste of the glory that is the Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) If you go in the later months of the year be sure to pack a coat, and (of course!) your camera. We saw natures beauty at it's best from the high snowy peaks to the frozen lakes and grassy plains. The animals came out on show as well; both elk and coyote! Joshua is the man on the ground when it comes to liaising with Boulder Wilderness Shuttle. He kept in touch from the first time I made contact to the days I spent in Boulder. Offering more than just a tour he had great advice on local activites and accommodation. He makes it his business to ensure safety for his clients while providing activities to remember. Boulder Wilderness Shuttle offers an exceptional service and sets a high standard for its competitors. I'll be back!