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Golden Gate Canyon
Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Gilpin and Jefferson counties, Colorado, United States, about 30 miles (48 km) northwest of Denver. The park is located in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. It covers 11,280 acres (45.6 km2) of land, making it the 12th largest park in the state. The park offers a wide variety of activities, including camping, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, and picnicking. The park also has a variety of wildlife, including deer, elk, black bears, and mountain lions. The park is home to several historic sites, including the Golden Gate Grange, a former stagecoach stop, and the Golden Gate Canyon Cemetery, which dates back to the late 1800s.
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
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User Reviews
rachel fiskus
Golden Gate Canyon State Park is absolutely beautiful, especially in the fall when the aspens are changing colors and the whole park glows gold. It’s one of the best places in Colorado to soak in those classic autumn mountain views without having to drive too far into the high country. The park is amazing for hiking and mountain biking, with tons of single track trails that wind through forests, meadows, and rocky overlooks. The terrain is fun, varied, and perfect for anyone who loves being out on the trails. Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, it’s super convenient just a short drive from both Boulder and Denver. It’s a great getaway that feels remote and peaceful, yet still close to everything. Beautiful scenery, great trails, and that perfect Colorado vibe. Highly recommend!
kami berry
Snow shoe hare trail was nice!! Got off track a couple times but mostly marked and found our way! Rocky with some good incline. Had to walk in a quarter of a mile because the campgrounds are closed for the season. Overall fun hike!
Sergey R
Golden Gate Canyon State Park is my new favorite escape! This place is huge, and the moment you get there, you feel like you're deep in the mountains, even though it's a quick drive from the city. The hiking is incredible, with so many trails to choose from.We went to see the "natural gold," and the aspen groves were absolutely stunning—like something out of a fairytale.The views from trails like Raccoon Trail are breathtaking, with a mix of golden, red, and orange leaves everywhere. What I really appreciated was the ample parking; it was great to find a spot without any trouble.It's a beautiful, well-maintained park that I can't recommend enough for a perfect fall day hike.
S Jonesy
We love this area and it's views. From camping to simply leaf peeping or a day drive... our trips are always a great experience. The wildlife variety makes for exciting viewing and we make it a game to see who can spot the most animals or the most variety of wildlife. A few from our past trip included yak, moose, deer, and chipmunk looking squirrels? We love nature and its beauty. ♡
Stephen Jutton
Walked the Raccoon Trail from Panorama Point and stopped in at the visitor center. Amazing views from the trailhead. The trail itself is very well maintained and relatively easy for us (fit 54-55 yr olds). This park looks to be very well maintained by the State. (Makes one wonder if CO should manage RMNP as well!). Exhibits at the visitor center are great for kids and the rangers are very friendly. Kids will love feeding the trout too.