I have hiked from Lookout Mountain Nature Center many times over the past 10 years. Many improvements have been made to trails and visitors center.
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Lookout Mountain Nature Center
910 Colorow Rd, Golden, CO 80401
720-497-7600
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Ranked #9 of 27 attractions in Golden
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Connect with nature at this 110-acre park. Inside experience exhibits that depict migrating birds and reveal secrets of the ponderosa pine forest....
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Connect with nature at this 110-acre park. Inside experience exhibits that depict migrating birds and reveal secrets of the ponderosa pine forest. Visit the Discovery Corner and Observation Room. Outside stroll trails winding through forest and meadow, picnic beneath towering pine trees or join a naturalist-guided program.
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Lakewood, Colorado
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This is a place I've been to many times with my kids from toddler-age through preschool. Short, easily-marked trails are fun mini-hikes for the kids and - very important with potty-training children - there are nice clean bathrooms in the facility. Inside the nature center there's a fun room for kids with animal bone specimens they can handle, nature books,...
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LookoutMountainNC, Interpretive Media Specialist at Lookout Mountain Nature Center, responded to this review
28 April 2013
It's wonderful to hear that you and your children have enjoyed visiting Lookout Mountain Nature Center - thank you for writing a review!
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New Berlin, Wisconsin
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My sister lives near here, and she brought me to visit while I was staying at her house. I would like to go back again! There are several paths that offer great views and lots of wildlife close-ups as well. If you are into nature, photography, or hiking - this would be a great option for you. The actual nature...
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LookoutMountainNC, Interpretive Media Specialist at Lookout Mountain Nature Center, responded to this review
28 April 2013
Thanks very much for your review! We hope you can visit again soon.
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Denver, Colorado
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Probably a good stop with kids. There were educational signs and well marked trails but it didn't entertain me and I left after 20 -30 minutes.
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LookoutMountainNC, Interpretive Media Specialist at Lookout Mountain Nature Center, responded to this review
28 April 2013
Thank you for your review! I want to let you know about our naturalist-guided hikes, as they may be more of interest to you. The programs we offer cover a wide range of topics, and are held at Lookout Mountain Nature Center as well as in many other Jeffco Open Space parks. Our schedule of upcoming programs and events can...
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Denver, Colorado
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A great place to take the kids. 1.5 mile easy loop trail for hikers only. No dogs, bikes or horses on the trail for an easy family outing. Take layers of clothing, it can get cold up there!
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LookoutMountainNC, Interpretive Media Specialist at Lookout Mountain Nature Center, responded to this review
28 April 2013
Thanks for your review and good advice about being prepared for the weather, especially at this time of year!
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Denver, Colorado
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It's small but they have a lot of good information and look-out points. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. It's a fun, free place to take children.
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LookoutMountainNC, Interpretive Media Specialist at Lookout Mountain Nature Center, responded to this review
28 April 2013
Thank you for taking the time to review your visit!
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Denver CO
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Picnic areas all around to enjoy the homemade good from the Nature Center. Also some trails around for short hiking. Our dog really enjoyed the new smells. The grave of Buffalo Bill is located here as well. If you venture up the twisting/winding road from one direction do the ride full justice and go down the otherside of the mountain....
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This place was interesting and informative. The staff is very helpful and so nice! If you love all things nature-then this is the place for you!
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LookoutMountainNC, Naturalist/Media Specialist at Lookout Mountain Nature Center, responded to this review
11 November 2012
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit!
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Highlands Ranch, Colorado
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Excellent area, nice trails, great views. Extremely helpful and informative personnel, great displays, nice building with clean restrooms.
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LookoutMountainNC, Naturalist/Media Specialist at Lookout Mountain Nature Center, responded to this review
11 September 2012
Thanks for your great review - we're glad that you enjoyed your visit. Hope to see you up here again soon!
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New Orleans, Louisiana
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It was a treat to visit this beautiful facility and its grounds. I only wish we'd have had more time to take a hike. We did, however, spend a great deal of time talking to the friendly workers there. They are really cool people. The building itself is gorgeous, especially the back porch. It would be nice to have this...
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LookoutMountainNC, Naturalist/Media Specialist at Lookout Mountain Nature Center, responded to this review
11 September 2012
Thank you for sharing your great photos and thoughtful review of your visit. Hopefully your next visit will allow you more time to enjoy the beautiful trails, too!
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