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Great Mexican food. A step above the other burrito joints. Try the smothered Burrito.

Denver West

4/5(360 area reviews)

Mountain views, shopping, and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of Denver West. Make a stop by Colorado Mills Mall or Jumpstreet Indoor Trampoline Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Applewood West

3.5/5(49 area reviews)

Bordered by South Table Mountain, this community offers a scenic location just 10 miles west of downtown Denver. Enjoy the natural beauty and easy access to nearby Wheat Ridge, Lakewood, and West Pleasant View.

Applewood West
Great hike. Spikes and walking poles were very handy today on the snow packed trail.

Golden Gate Canyon

If you're spending some time in Golden Gate Canyon, Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Clear Creek are top sights worth seeing.

Golden Gate Canyon
Panoramic taken of a glacier. Only took an hour to hike up to. Was surprisingly pleasant, sun was out, was unbelievably beautiful due to the brilliant sunshine against vast swaths of white.
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Genesee

While there might not be top attractions in Genesee, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Genesee Park and Red Rocks Amphitheater.

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East Old Golden Rd

While East Old Golden Rd might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Colorado Mills Mall and Fossil Trace Golf Club.

East Old Golden Rd
Hiking trails in Golden, CO, with the Denver skyline in the distance. #lifeatexpedia

Lakota Hills

Though Lakota Hills might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fossil Trace Golf Club and Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave.

Lakota Hills

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