For Future Reference: Best Places to Go Game Weekend (at least for me) - The Orange Mane

minibronco · 09-19-2006, 07:30 PM

1) Rocky Mountain National Park

From Denver, take the SR 36 all the way through Boulder into Estes Park. In Estes Park, load up on supplies before you head through the official main gate ($20) of the Rocky Mountain National Park. First road on the left after the main gate is Bear Lake Road. Follow this road until the end, and stop to take pictures or enjoy the view where there is a opening on the side of the road or a sign for a landmark (lakes). At the end of the road, you will see the beautiful Bear Lake. From Denver to Estes Park is 2 hours. Trip inside the park is 45 minutes.

2) Invesco Field at Mile High Stadium Tour

Visit www.invescofield.com and call the box office/team store to ask about tour availability. It wasn't available this week but it may be when you visit. I'm sure it will be a fantastic experience.

3) Capitol Building, City Sunset Skyline

This is in the heart of downtown. I suggest (if you have a rental car) you take a drive around the state capitol, the U.S. mint, and the city's beautiful art museum during sunset, and you may be able to catch a glimpse of the downtown skyline. Capitol building accessible by I-25, Colfax Ave. exit.

4) Writers & Larimer Square, 17th Street Mall

Heart of downtown, find on downtown map (available at hotel). Dining (Palomito on 17th Street Pedestrian Mall is my choice), bars, and fun. The squares and the mall are relatively safe like the rest of the downtown area.

5) Invesco Field Game Day

Get there 2 hours early. If you're in a hurry to leave or get on the freeway afterwards, park higher up on the hill in the private lots, (you will see it when you get there) as those lots are closer to the I-25 on-ramp. Take the Mile High Walk around the stadium, visit the Denver "Hall of Fame", and get to your seat early to watch the players run out onto the field and practice.

TIP: The speed limit in Denver is average 40-60 MPH, much slower than other states. Also, there are many cops and traffic lights are camera enforced. We got nabbed TWICE.

broncocalijohn · 09-19-2006, 11:36 PM

get there 2 hours early? What, and be late? Dude, 4 hours minimum for games is mandatory for tailgatters here. You have alot of catching up to do if you arrive only 2 hours before game time then you want to watch the players come out on the field? I would rather watch a maner down 3 beers in 1 minute.

Stuck In Texas · 10-14-2006, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by minibronco

1) Rocky Mountain National Park

From Denver, take the SR 36 all the way through Boulder into Estes Park. In Estes Park, load up on supplies before you head through the official main gate ($20) of the Rocky Mountain National Park. First road on the left after the main gate is Bear Lake Road. Follow this road until the end, and stop to take pictures or enjoy the view where there is a opening on the side of the road or a sign for a landmark (lakes). At the end of the road, you will see the beautiful Bear Lake. From Denver to Estes Park is 2 hours. Trip inside the park is 45 minutes.

I recommend the Grand Lake side, since the road will probably be closed near the top. I have a lot more luck seeing wildlife on that side. Lots of moose and elk, etc.

Sassy · 10-14-2006, 10:09 PM

4) Writers & Larimer Square, 17th Street Mall

16th St. Mall...ESPN Zone and the Cheesecake Factory are also located there...Also Duffy's (Irish Pub) is awesome / reasonable prices just off 16th.

KCbroncos · 10-25-2006, 11:16 AM

I will be in your fine city for the 49ers game on New Year's Eve. Any hotel suggestions or Eve party events after the game?

Sassy · 10-25-2006, 05:44 PM

We've stayed at the Warwick...a little more expensive but right off the 16th St. Mall and nice...and we've stayed at the Red Lion which is right next to Invesco...but they have central heat/air and at about 2 am the heat kicked in and it was awful....(Other than the heat it was fine...) Good bar/food...

ak1971 · 10-25-2006, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by KCbroncos

I will be in your fine city for the 49ers game on New Year's Eve. Any hotel suggestions or Eve party events after the game?

if it doesnt involve midgets, a donkey and a tub of mayo....well never mind

broncocalijohn · 10-26-2006, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by KCbroncos

I will be in your fine city for the 49ers game on New Year's Eve. Any hotel suggestions or Eve party events after the game?

Adams Mark had a really nice NYE party when we went to the Faider game a few years back. Everyone dressed up, good party. It is downtown on 16th street. You can take free mall shuttle to bottom near light rail.

KCbroncos · 10-26-2006, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by ak1971

if it doesnt involve midgets, a donkey and a tub of mayo....well never mind

If we're talking female midgets and you rule out the donkey, my wife might be up for this. It is New Year's Eve afterall, so time to change your ways.

ak1971 · 10-26-2006, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by KCbroncos

If we're talking female midgets and you rule out the donkey, my wife might be up for this. It is New Year's Eve afterall, so time to change your ways.

ok we'll change the donkey to a pair of 40 weight ball bearings.

Master___Pain · 10-26-2006, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by ak1971

ok we'll change the donkey to a pair of 40 weight ball bearings.

It all ball bearings these days! Maybe you need a refresher course

09-19-2006, 07:30 PM	#1
minibronco KFFL Writer/Fantasy Scout Defense: 11 Strong Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: The OC Posts: 2,474	For Future Reference: Best Places to Go Game Weekend (at least for me) 1) Rocky Mountain National Park From Denver, take the SR 36 all the way through Boulder into Estes Park. In Estes Park, load up on supplies before you head through the official main gate ($20) of the Rocky Mountain National Park. First road on the left after the main gate is Bear Lake Road. Follow this road until the end, and stop to take pictures or enjoy the view where there is a opening on the side of the road or a sign for a landmark (lakes). At the end of the road, you will see the beautiful Bear Lake. From Denver to Estes Park is 2 hours. Trip inside the park is 45 minutes. 2) Invesco Field at Mile High Stadium Tour Visit www.invescofield.com and call the box office/team store to ask about tour availability. It wasn't available this week but it may be when you visit. I'm sure it will be a fantastic experience. 3) Capitol Building, City Sunset Skyline This is in the heart of downtown. I suggest (if you have a rental car) you take a drive around the state capitol, the U.S. mint, and the city's beautiful art museum during sunset, and you may be able to catch a glimpse of the downtown skyline. Capitol building accessible by I-25, Colfax Ave. exit. 4) Writers & Larimer Square, 17th Street Mall Heart of downtown, find on downtown map (available at hotel). Dining (Palomito on 17th Street Pedestrian Mall is my choice), bars, and fun. The squares and the mall are relatively safe like the rest of the downtown area. 5) Invesco Field Game Day Get there 2 hours early. If you're in a hurry to leave or get on the freeway afterwards, park higher up on the hill in the private lots, (you will see it when you get there) as those lots are closer to the I-25 on-ramp. Take the Mile High Walk around the stadium, visit the Denver "Hall of Fame", and get to your seat early to watch the players run out onto the field and practice. TIP: The speed limit in Denver is average 40-60 MPH, much slower than other states. Also, there are many cops and traffic lights are camera enforced. We got nabbed TWICE.

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09-19-2006, 11:36 PM	#2
broncocalijohn Famer of Rings My Dog Richard Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Lake Forest, Orange County, Calif. Posts: 18,458 Adopt-a-Bronco: Simon Fletcher	get there 2 hours early? What, and be late? Dude, 4 hours minimum for games is mandatory for tailgatters here. You have alot of catching up to do if you arrive only 2 hours before game time then you want to watch the players come out on the field? I would rather watch a maner down 3 beers in 1 minute.

10-14-2006, 10:09 PM	#4
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	4) Writers & Larimer Square, 17th Street Mall 16th St. Mall...ESPN Zone and the Cheesecake Factory are also located there...Also Duffy's (Irish Pub) is awesome / reasonable prices just off 16th.

10-25-2006, 11:16 AM	#5
KCbroncos Solid Starter Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Shawnee, KS (Burb of Marienthal, KS) Posts: 154	I will be in your fine city for the 49ers game on New Year's Eve. Any hotel suggestions or Eve party events after the game?

10-25-2006, 05:44 PM	#6
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	We've stayed at the Warwick...a little more expensive but right off the 16th St. Mall and nice...and we've stayed at the Red Lion which is right next to Invesco...but they have central heat/air and at about 2 am the heat kicked in and it was awful....(Other than the heat it was fine...) Good bar/food...