Download the 2025 Ultimate Colorado Summer Bucket List
Hey there! My name is Emily and I am a Colorado native who loves to hike and explore the state. I love farmers markets, craft beer and catching sunsets on rooftop bars. The list has over 400 things for you to do and places to see this summer in Colorado. Thanks for downloading my list! Make sure to follow me on socials to join me as I try to complete as many of the items on the list this summer!
Cheers to the best summer yet!
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The Edge Ziplines in Castle Rock
Code: COAdventure for 10% off
Soak in beautiful views of Colorado on a 10-line zipline adventure. Feel the rush of adrenaline as you reach top speeds of 50 MPH while soaring across some of Colorado’s longest lines. Just 30 minutes from Denver and Colorado Springs.
Perfect activity for the family too!
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White Water Rafting in the Royal Gorge
Code: EPICEMILY for 10% off half-day rafting trips or zipline tours (excludes packages)
Get ready for all-out high adrenaline Royal Gorge river rafting. This Canon City rafting trip is known for the famous rapids of Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer, The Narrows, and many more. You can choose from half and full day trips. Canon City is about 2 hours from Denver.
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Glamp in a Yurt in the Royal Gorge
Code: EPICEMILY for 10% off any riverside yurt rentals (excluding 4th of July and Labor Day weekends)
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind glamping experience right on the Arkansas River. Get a great view of the Royal Gorge Train and rafters. Grill up dinner on the grill and stargaze by the fire at night.
The yurts are heated and have electricity with clean/modern restrooms and showers 100 yards from the yurts.
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Lil Buckaroo's Petting Zoo
Code: Emily10 for 10% off your next visit
Fun activity for all ages. Feed and snuggle a wide variety of animals from goats, donkeys, alpacas, chickens and even a tortoise! Make sure you book your reservation online they fill up fast!
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Colorado Railbike Adventures
Code: EmilyB10 for 10% off
Take a scenic 4.2 mile railbike trip along the Boulder Valley Mine Route. It is the perfect activity for the family. Each railbike can fit up to 4 people. Located in Erie it is just 35 minutes from Denver.
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Colorado 14er Flags
Code: emily25 for 25% off
Summit Something Flags has a collection of 14er summit flags, stickers and shirts for your epic summit photo and mementos. Ditch the cardboard sign and summit in style!
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1940's Summer Ball - June 14, 2025
Code: EmilysBucketList for $5 off
Get dressed up and take a trip back in time to the annual 1940’s Ball. Step into Hollywood’s WWII planes, go on an interactive scavenger hunt and dance under the stars with you sweetheart. The hangar is made into Rick’s Cafe Americain!
Grab your tickets before it sells out!
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Derby Day Pub Crawl - May 10, 2025
Code: ColoradoEmily for $3 off tickets
Hold your horses, folks! Join me at the Denver Derby Pub Crawl - Denver’s premier Kentucky Derby-themed pub crawl. Don your finest hats, bow ties and seersucker suits because we are hitting the best bars in downtown Denver.
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Breckenridge Wine Classic - August 21-23
Code: Emily10 for 10% off Grand Tasting tickets, which includes premium access, Early Access and General Admission.
High altitude adventure meets curated culinary experiences and world class wines. Take a scenic hike with sommelier-selected lunches, indulge in immersive food and beverage experiences at 9,600 ft.