Watching all the fluffy snow fall from the sky can make anyone jealous. For those of you who are fortunate to live in the mountains there is no shortage of winter getaways and fun to be had. However, for those Front Rangers, winter getaways can be harder to come by. Fortunately, there are some great places just 30 minutes away from Denver which have tons of winter activities. Check out these 5 winter getaways close to Denver.
Evergreen: The mountains have always been a place to escape and retreat. At Humphrey History and Memorial Park, the mountains are celebrated for the serene comfort they are known to provide. Head on down to Humphrey Park for its 18th Annual Tree Lighting ceremony to relish in the comfort of the mountains and welcome in the holidays.
Idaho Springs: With access to the Georgetown Loop Railroad there is no reason to miss Santa’s North Pole Adventure. Join Santa and his helpers on the decorated train cars and help pass out some goodies!
Boulder: Home to the Flatirons and some of the best street performers around, Boulder puts on one of the best Holiday festivals, 
making for an awesome winter getaway. Full of lively seasonal music and festive decorations, CU-Boulder makes you feel truly at home during the holidays.
Lakewood: Free tractor rides, photos with Santa, and hay rides?!? No wonder Lakewood is considered such a wintery wonderland. With so much holiday spirit and warm cheer, there is no reason not to visit Lakewood.
Golden: Other than being home to the Coors factory, Golden is also home to the Polar Express! With complimentary cookies, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa you will feel as if you are in a winter wonderland, making for the perfect getaway.
You don’t have to travel to the mountains to getaway in a winter wonderland. There are 5 awesome locations just 30 minutes away from Denver that can provide great winter adventures, so whether you are in the mood for some festive shows or a train ride with Santa there are tons of places for you to explore.
