As the tallest of our Golden, CO, parks, Lookout Mountain stands more than 7,300 feet above Golden, just west of downtown. Known for its beautiful natural splendor and breathtaking views, a hike or drive up to its peak will be worth every moment. Once you reach the top, you’ll find clear views of the Rocky Mountains, the city of Denver in the distance, and the sweeping landscape in between.

The area’s first known inhabitants, the native Ute Indian Tribe, used this mountaintop as a lookout point. Its sheer height over the surrounding terrain still gives this name credence today. Throughout the history of Golden, Lookout Mountain has played a vital role in local recreation, transportation, water supply, and telecommunications over the years.

Red Rocks is an open-air amphitheater near Morrison, Colorado, approximately ten miles (16 km) southwest of Denver. In addition to several other large sandstone formations nearby, the venue is best recognized by its two massive monoliths, named Ship Rock and Creation Rock, as well as the smaller Stage Rock, which together flank its 9,525 capacity seating area and naturally form the amphitheater. While the venue is primarily known for hosting concerts and music festivals, other events of various types and sizes are held throughout the year.