Guidebook for Mead

Ian & Janice
Ian & Janice
Guidebook for Mead

Parks & Nature

Beautiful lake - children's beach/playground; doggie beach; wind sailing; sail boats (rentals), bird watching; fishing; hanging out.
29 recommandé par les habitants
Calkins Lake
29 recommandé par les habitants
Beautiful lake - children's beach/playground; doggie beach; wind sailing; sail boats (rentals), bird watching; fishing; hanging out.
Small rustic historic area. No swimming but nice lake for fishing; sightseeing; picnicking. Original location of the town of Mead; Die Hard 2 was filmed here - snowmobile and church scenes. The Meade Highlandlake Pioneer Cemetery is close by, on CR 36 between CR 5 and CR 3.
Highland Lake
Small rustic historic area. No swimming but nice lake for fishing; sightseeing; picnicking. Original location of the town of Mead; Die Hard 2 was filmed here - snowmobile and church scenes. The Meade Highlandlake Pioneer Cemetery is close by, on CR 36 between CR 5 and CR 3.
Center of many Longmont Fairs and Events - watch the Longmont Calendar. Featuring Ice Skating in beautiful park setting, Summer Rose Garden - scenic walking paths, children's playground. Senior Center on grounds.
9 recommandé par les habitants
Roosevelt Park Pnr
775 Coffman St
9 recommandé par les habitants
Center of many Longmont Fairs and Events - watch the Longmont Calendar. Featuring Ice Skating in beautiful park setting, Summer Rose Garden - scenic walking paths, children's playground. Senior Center on grounds.
12 recommandé par les habitants
St Vrain State Park
3785 5
12 recommandé par les habitants
Tubing on the St Vrain River - rentals available. Cute Eclectic mountain town - gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. Small shops, eateries and hosts several music festivals and events during the year.
58 recommandé par les habitants
Lyons
58 recommandé par les habitants
Tubing on the St Vrain River - rentals available. Cute Eclectic mountain town - gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. Small shops, eateries and hosts several music festivals and events during the year.
Incredible hiking, picnicking, nature watching. Many trail heads, waterfalls, mountain bilking, hiking and cross country skiing. .
Wild Basin Ranger Station
County Highway 115
Incredible hiking, picnicking, nature watching. Many trail heads, waterfalls, mountain bilking, hiking and cross country skiing. .
Beautiful trails - hiking, mountain biking, cross country skiing, nature walks and picnicking. You will not be disappointed.
PEACEFUL VALLEY
Middle Saint Vrain Creek
Beautiful trails - hiking, mountain biking, cross country skiing, nature walks and picnicking. You will not be disappointed.
On the list of free ways to experience Boulder - park which sits at the foot of the Boulder Flatirons, with trails to take you to all the beautiful scenic areas to explore their beauty.
649 recommandé par les habitants
Chautauqua Park
9th Street
649 recommandé par les habitants
On the list of free ways to experience Boulder - park which sits at the foot of the Boulder Flatirons, with trails to take you to all the beautiful scenic areas to explore their beauty.
Disc Golf ( Frisbee Golf Course) for those enthusiasts. Walk able distance to the cottage - some hills for exercising.
Ames Park
Disc Golf ( Frisbee Golf Course) for those enthusiasts. Walk able distance to the cottage - some hills for exercising.
Renowned for its mountain climbing beginner and more expert rope climbing. Local hot water spring pool and recreation center. Beautiful walks along the creek/river.
25 recommandé par les habitants
Eldorado Canyon State Park Visitor Center
321 Eldorado Springs Dr
25 recommandé par les habitants
Renowned for its mountain climbing beginner and more expert rope climbing. Local hot water spring pool and recreation center. Beautiful walks along the creek/river.
Incredible rock formations. Favorite spot for mountain climbers. Fresh Spring pool - mountain hideaway town - curves around South Boulder Creek. Fishing hiking, cross country skiing and snowshoeing..
53 recommandé par les habitants
Eldorado Springs
53 recommandé par les habitants
Incredible rock formations. Favorite spot for mountain climbers. Fresh Spring pool - mountain hideaway town - curves around South Boulder Creek. Fishing hiking, cross country skiing and snowshoeing..

Arts & Culture

Small quaint museum of Longmont History - usually features special exhibit for children. Next to the Longmont Recreation Center for great swimming and indoor sports activities/exercise.
46 recommandé par les habitants
City of Longmont Museum
400 Quail Rd
46 recommandé par les habitants
Small quaint museum of Longmont History - usually features special exhibit for children. Next to the Longmont Recreation Center for great swimming and indoor sports activities/exercise.
Local artists and crafts
11 recommandé par les habitants
Firehouse Art Center
667 4th Ave
11 recommandé par les habitants
Local artists and crafts

Entertainment & Activities

Great swimming for all ages - lazy river;/tubes, water slides; exercise and indoor sports. Cheap Snacks.
17 recommandé par les habitants
City of Longmont Recreation Center
310 Quail Rd
17 recommandé par les habitants
Great swimming for all ages - lazy river;/tubes, water slides; exercise and indoor sports. Cheap Snacks.

Food Scene

Relaxed atmosphere, operated by a local family and right next door to Black Canyon Distillery. Great food - sample the Chile Rellenos and margaritas. Happy Hour specials.
Rancheros Mexican Restaurant
4322 CO-66
Relaxed atmosphere, operated by a local family and right next door to Black Canyon Distillery. Great food - sample the Chile Rellenos and margaritas. Happy Hour specials.
Recently changed names to Kelly's Cafe and Pub - small bar/casual restaurant - short walk from the Cottage Studio. Local feel and incredible wings !!!
Arlo's Place
499 Main St
Recently changed names to Kelly's Cafe and Pub - small bar/casual restaurant - short walk from the Cottage Studio. Local feel and incredible wings !!!
Longmont local cheese maker - tasting area - many imported cheeses, rare foods and snacks. Bar, restaurant and gift shop Outdoor patio and local music. A MUST visit.
55 recommandé par les habitants
Cheese Importers
103 Main St
55 recommandé par les habitants
Longmont local cheese maker - tasting area - many imported cheeses, rare foods and snacks. Bar, restaurant and gift shop Outdoor patio and local music. A MUST visit.

Sightseeing

Historic and scenic - tranquil and spiritual.
Camp St Malo
10758 CO-7
Historic and scenic - tranquil and spiritual.

Essentials

Less traffic than heading into Longmont - cross I-25 and head off to King Soopers, Lowes and many nice small restaurants - shoppes, laundromats, exercise and beauty spots.
Frederick
Less traffic than heading into Longmont - cross I-25 and head off to King Soopers, Lowes and many nice small restaurants - shoppes, laundromats, exercise and beauty spots.
Less traffic than heading into Longmont - cross I-25 and head off to King Soopers, Lowes and many nice small restaurants - shoppes, laundromats, exercise and beauty spots.
Firestone
Less traffic than heading into Longmont - cross I-25 and head off to King Soopers, Lowes and many nice small restaurants - shoppes, laundromats, exercise and beauty spots.

Drinks & Nightlife

Pear Street offers a glimpse into the Boulder culture. Outdoor mall with unique shops, galleries, restaurants, breweries, live music and outdoor performers and street vendors. Walking distance to Boulder Creek park and the Boulder library.
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Pearl Street
1303 Broadway
205 recommandé par les habitants
Pear Street offers a glimpse into the Boulder culture. Outdoor mall with unique shops, galleries, restaurants, breweries, live music and outdoor performers and street vendors. Walking distance to Boulder Creek park and the Boulder library.
Local Longmont restaurant pub - great food and always hopping.
19 recommandé par les habitants
Mike O'Shays Restaurant & Ale House
512 Main St
19 recommandé par les habitants
Local Longmont restaurant pub - great food and always hopping.
Local distinct beers. Rowdy and casual. Local night spot. Good American cooking.
51 recommandé par les habitants
Pumphouse Brewery
540 Main St
51 recommandé par les habitants
Local distinct beers. Rowdy and casual. Local night spot. Good American cooking.
BEER RELEASES, LIVE MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS, SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE BREWERY.
48 recommandé par les habitants
Wibby Brewing
209 Emery St
48 recommandé par les habitants
BEER RELEASES, LIVE MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS, SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE BREWERY.