🧒 Trail Time, Tiny Trekkers! | | Hey Denver! | Whether you’re chasing after the perfect family hike, planning your next night out, or just trying to dodge the pollen and soak up some sun, we’ve got you. This issue is packed with mini-adventures—starting with some of the best kid-friendly trails near Denver (bighorn sheep sightings included 🐏), then jumping into all the happenings around town tonight. | Looking to venture beyond Denver soon? We’ve got you covered there too. Browse things to do in Colorado, discover day trips, or check out our favorite spots for families and summer fun across the state. | Let’s dive in—boots on, RSVPs ready, and maybe a snack for the road. | | 🧒 Trail Time, Tiny Trekkers! Kid-Friendly Hikes Near Denver | | Got a little explorer in your crew? Denver’s backyard is packed with kid-approved hikes where the air is fresh, the views are sweet, and the tantrums (hopefully) stay at home. Whether you’re wrangling toddlers or hanging with tweens, these trails mix nature time with just the right level of adventure. | Here are some family faves: | 🥾 Audubon Nature Trail (Littleton) | Easy 1.3-mile loop packed with wildlife and animal track imprints in the cement—it’s like a mini safari on foot! Plus, there’s a nature center for some bonus learning and bird spotting. | 🐏 Waterton Canyon Trail | Wide, level, and follows the South Platte River. Bighorn sheep sightings? Almost guaranteed. Set your own pace or follow the suggested out-and-back route. | 🌼 Rawhide Trail (White Ranch Park) | Up for a bit more challenge? This 4.1-mile loop winds through wildflower meadows and forests, with shorter options for younger hikers. Don’t miss the Princess Anne View—it’s a showstopper. | 🦬 Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge | More than just a hike, it’s a full day of nature-packed fun. Over 300 species roam the grounds, and if you take the Wildlife Drive, you might roll right past bison. Trails + a visitor center = a perfect outdoor field trip. | 🗺️ Want more trails like this? Check out the Colorado Mountain Club’s guidebook for 40+ more hikes rated by difficulty, location, and kid-friendliness. It’s like your hiking GPS for happy feet. | 👟 Pro tip: Bring snacks, plenty of water, and a backup plan (because kids). And don’t forget to tag us in your trail pics—we love to see those muddy boots and snack breaks in the wild. | | 🗻 Mile High Trivia Time | Tell us your pick! And if we missed your go-to, hit reply — we’re always down to add more flair to our basket. 🎁 | | 🌆 Mile High Happenings & Weather ☀️❄️ | Today (Wednesday, April 16) – ⛅ Partly Cloudy | High: 77°F | Low: 49°F | 💧 5% chance of rain | 💨 WNW 10 mph | Great day for a light hike or a patio lunch—don’t forget the sunscreen! | | | 💵 Ticketed Events | Clap Your Hands Say Yeah 🕗 8:00 PM | 📍 The Bluebird Theater | 💵 $30+ | Paul Simon 🕗 8:00 PM | 📍 Paramount Theatre | 💵 Varies | | The Ben Markley Trio🕕 6:00–10:00 PM | 📍 Nocturne | 💵 $26 bar / $98 dinner |
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| Where are you heading this week? Tag us in your adventures! 🚀 | | 🎷 That’s a Wrap, Denver! | | Whether you’re hitting the trail, planning a family weekend, or just dreaming about your next day off, we’ve got you. Browse our latest guides to Things to Do in Colorado, Family Adventures, or even Day Trips Worth the Drive. | | ✅ Answer: C) Bighorn sheep | Rocky Mountain National Park is home to around 400 bighorn sheep—the largest wild sheep in North America! These cliff-climbing champs are most visible in late spring, so keep your eyes on the rocks in May and June. | —The What’s Happenin’ Denver Team |
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| Planning your next Colorado adventure? Check out more fun beyond Denver: | • 🏞️ Things to Do in Denver • 🍽️ Best Restaurants in Denver • 🛏️ Best Hotels in Denver • 🧒 Things to Do in Colorado for Families • 🌄 Best Places to Visit in Colorado • ❄️ Winter Things to Do in Colorado • 🌞 Summer Things to Do in Colorado | | | Interested in other What’s Happenin’ newsletters? | |
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