Lookout Mountain
Lookout Mountain
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Scenic mountain near Denver and home of the Buffalo Bill Cody gravesite and museum.
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- gottcokeHemet, California723 contributionsLook out for that mountain!Drove up from Golden to go see Buffalo Bill grave. Since his grave is on lookout mountain we had to go up there. Was a nice drive and had fun running bicycles off the road. Just kidding on that but there is a lot of people going up or downVisited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 27 June 2024
- TrailTrekker15Tallahassee, Florida5,526 contributionsBeautiful Vistas Close to DenverMy wife and I drove up to Lookout Mountain while exploring the western side of Denver. The drive up the mountain was easy and beautiful. There was a little bit of snow in mid-November but the temperatures were still pleasant. The vistas over the town of Golden and Denver were amazing! The contrast between the flatlands and the mountains is extremely obvious from this vantage point. I’d highly recommend this park!Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 21 October 2024
- XoelDallas, Texas189 contributionsStunning ViewsThe views are stunning, offering sweeping panoramas of the Denver skyline, the Rocky Mountains, and even further on clear days. It’s a great spot for hiking, picnicking, or just taking in the scenery. The drive up is scenic and easy, with well-maintained roads. There’s also the Buffalo Bill Museum nearby, which adds a fun historical touch to the experience. Perfect for a quick escape into nature without going too far from the city.Visited September 2024Travelled soloWritten 26 October 2024
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hj99
Cincinnati, OH207 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
We enjoyed a very scenic drive up to the mountain and once we got to the top! Luckily, we arrived at Buffalo Bill's grave when someone was doing a free talk about the history behind his final resting place. It was very informative! We also visited the museum next door and there were many artifacts and a lot of information present. There is a small restaurant on the premises where we got drinks and there is a gift shop.
Written 17 June 2023
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William McC
Boston, MA354 contributions
Dec 2021
This site, at an elevation of over 7,300 feet, affords sumptuous views in almost every direction. Understandably utilized as a lookout by the Utes, it is also renowned as the gravesite of Buffalo Bill Cody, who had seen a lot of the world and wisely settled on this singular site as his permanent resting place. There are a number of user-friendly trails nearby. With the Denver skyline in one direction and the Rockies and its foothills in others, it would hard to choose a wrong time of day to visit, but sunrise is especially recommended, as its animating rays can effect electrifying change on the land and tree-scape.
Written 21 September 2022
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dpres368
Mentor, OH21 contributions
Apr 2022
Did a quick trip up the mountain during a business trip to Denver. It was within a 1/2 hour drive from the city and the drive was nice and pretty views of the mountains. The views were breathtaking and there are plenty of areas to take sit and enjoy the view and take some beautiful pictures. Plenty of people were walking the trails around the area as well. We even got to see a group of Elk that were grazing on the side of the road.
Written 20 June 2022
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Tasneem D
Chicago, IL28 contributions
Feb 2021
Nice hiking, drive and amazing views. Da definite must see and time to explore this are if you are visiting. We saw walkers and runners on this 10 mile trail despite below freezing temps and weather conditions
Written 16 February 2021
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S N Kane
Manitou Springs, CO4 contributions
Apr 2021
It was packed with cyclists on a nice Easter weekend. I believe it is a drive many cyclists travel to to accomplish the feat of climbing it. You might want to drive or cycle it on a weekday.
The view and the varied scenery are worth the slow drive.
The view and the varied scenery are worth the slow drive.
Written 14 April 2021
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Peter A Morrell
Unionville, Canada4,078 contributions
Feb 2020
What a great idea to take a drive up the mountain to Lookout Mountain Park. During a trip to Golden, Colorado earlier this year I had a rare afternoon off and decided to check it out. Besides the amazing views, you'll find Buffalo Bills' Grave and Museum, the Pashaka Gift Shop, trails and yes the views. The 'Lookout' itself has a large area where you can see Denver and Golden and on a clear day, you can see miles and miles out to the surrounding areas and mountains. Be careful driving up the mountain and as I saw a couple of wrecks and abandoned cars along the way. The morning was overcast so many parts of the mountain round were still covered in ice, from the sides of the mountain that didn't get any sun in the morning. It was winter and the weather can change at any time like any other snow-covered mountain. Take your time driving the road. There is a couple of pull-offs on the road up to Lookout Mountain if you have to stop.
As you get closer to the parking area, there are signs to clearly identify where you are and where to park. The same parking lot for the 'Lookout' is the same parking lot for Buffalo Bill's Grave, the Museum, the gift shop and the Lookout area. In the winter most of the trails are covered in snow and not accessible, I did see a few people coming from the trails. You will also see several TV and radio towers nearby.
Luckily it was a clear day, and sunny when I arrived. I checked out all the sites and walked the perimeter of the lookout and spent a good amount of time there looking at the surrounding area. It is serene and picturesque so bring a good camera, if you have one. With everything to do up there even on a wintery day, you could spend a few hours up there. The Lookout Mountain is a great way to spend an afternoon. If you're ever in Golden put this on your list of things to do, you will not be disappointed.
As you get closer to the parking area, there are signs to clearly identify where you are and where to park. The same parking lot for the 'Lookout' is the same parking lot for Buffalo Bill's Grave, the Museum, the gift shop and the Lookout area. In the winter most of the trails are covered in snow and not accessible, I did see a few people coming from the trails. You will also see several TV and radio towers nearby.
Luckily it was a clear day, and sunny when I arrived. I checked out all the sites and walked the perimeter of the lookout and spent a good amount of time there looking at the surrounding area. It is serene and picturesque so bring a good camera, if you have one. With everything to do up there even on a wintery day, you could spend a few hours up there. The Lookout Mountain is a great way to spend an afternoon. If you're ever in Golden put this on your list of things to do, you will not be disappointed.
Written 1 June 2020
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MTB-Illinois
Illinois248 contributions
Aug 2020
I had very little time to explore the area; but made the drive to Lookout Mountain. It was a beautiful drive. I enjoyed the scenery along the way and the view from the top. I'm not sure if the museum to see Buffalo Bill's grave was open (due to COVID), but the area is still a place to visit.
Written 7 September 2020
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Duan Fetrell
Grenada, MS51 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
My wife and I planned this for our send day activity. Boy were we in for a treat. We had about four niches of fresh snow to fall the night before, so everything appeared fresh and untouched. We captured some beautiful photos and breathtaking views.
Written 12 February 2022
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McKimi
Fountain, MN91 contributions
Jul 2020
We drove the Lariat Loop route from Colorado Scenic Drives, finding this convenient at end of our first day in Denver. The traffic up Lookout Road after 4p wasn’t too bad on a weekday, but this time of day did not give us much opportunity to explore the view at Buffalo Bill’s grave, as that business closes the gate (in and out) at 6pm.
We enjoyed the quiet and massive geology of Red Rocks. Use Entrance 1 to get close to amphitheater. Definitely recommend getting out and climbing the stairs to the stage and seating. Little town of Monument would have been nice to explore, but rain and time of day got in our way.
We enjoyed the quiet and massive geology of Red Rocks. Use Entrance 1 to get close to amphitheater. Definitely recommend getting out and climbing the stairs to the stage and seating. Little town of Monument would have been nice to explore, but rain and time of day got in our way.
Written 17 July 2020
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garbagecollector
Saint Cloud, FL1,120 contributions
Aug 2021
We were there for the first time, and this spot was a hit. We came up from Buffalo Overlook to see Wild Bill Cody's grave and see the view. Both were really neat to see. The signs around his grave tell the story of how he ended up there. The view of Golden, CO is wonderful, as is the view of the Continental Divide -- if you drive Colorow Rd nearby.
Written 20 August 2021
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how easy is it to walk from golden to lookout mountain as we wont have a car?
Written 1 January 2019
It is a long hike with many switchbacks.
Written 2 January 2019
Yes. There are benches near the trail start and across the street from the nature center.
Written 1 August 2018
Can you please help me with the location/driving directions? I'm interested in parking my car and taking a short, scenic walk--may 30 minutes or so. Where would I park? If the best thing to do is drive instead of walk, where exactly do tell my GPS to take me?
Written 30 July 2017
Use Google maps and type in Buffalo Bill memorial and museum. It will take you right to the top of the mountain!
Written 31 July 2017
Mitch C
Levittown, Pennsylvania
Hi, we are going to Denver in the upcoming summer. We are fascinated with the photo of the Denver skyline with the mountains in the background. Almost looking into Denver. Where was that taken? And can that photo be taken with a regular camera? Thank you.
Written 2 January 2017
I took the pic from near the top of Lookout mountain in Golden CO. Just a short drive outside of Denver. I took the pic with my IPhone 6.
Written 7 January 2017
One of my friends and I were parked at one of the pullouts along with about 20 other cars looking at lights. At 11:05pm, 3 police officers pulled up, flipped on their lights, and used their loud speakers to tell everyone that the park was closed and we had 1 minute to leave or face citation for trespass. They then sat there with their lights and sirens on until everyone pulled out. I dont think anyone was aware we were in a "park" and there were no posted hours anywhere.
Written 1 July 2018
smrdonato
Denver, Colorado
Do you get cell service on the mountain? Would love to go up but am on call so cannot leave reception (I have Verizon).
Written 30 August 2016
Generally, there is good cell service; sometimes it's spotty, like in any hilly and mountainous area.
Written 31 July 2017
The ride up the mountain starting at 19th St in Golden is free. Visit Buffalo Bill's grave (great views) when you reach the top on the right.
Paul
Written 12 April 2016
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