Lyons Colorado Tourism

Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains along the St. Vrain River and located 5,374 feet above sea level, the beautiful and historic town of Lyons is the perfect place to stop and enjoy a wide array of activities.

The small town atmosphere, temperate climate and close proximity to Denver make Lyons the perfect vacation destination. Enjoy hiking, biking or horseback riding on one of the beautiful open space trails conveniently located just outside of town. In winter months enjoy nearby snowshoeing, ice-skating and cross-country skiing. There is also river kayaking and tubing in our world class Whitewater Park on the St. Vrain River.

For a more relaxing sport, try your luck at trout fishing. Camping along the river in Meadow Park is another great way to enjoy the outdoors.

After a full day of fun in the sun, wind down at one of our great restaurants, offering everything from burgers to sushi, featuring music almost every night. Take a stroll in town and visit the outdoor market and quaint shops, many built from locally quarried red sandstone. Lyons is also a great location for a wedding, family or corporate event, and we offer several beautiful venues for those special occasions.

Outdoor Games held in early June draws people from around the state and country to partake in the many outdoor sports, including dirt biking, kayaking, chainsaw carving, fly-fishing and more. Experts come from all over the country to participate.

People from wide and near come to attend the 35 year old Good Old Days Festival, which celebrates small town life with crafts, amusement rides, food, music and games. Held in June, most years include a quaint parade, kid’s space and old-time baseball games.

The Lyons art scene is very vibrant and is home to many renowned painters, sculptors and musicians. The Bluegrass Festival and Folks Festival at Planet Bluegrass showcase both local and nationally acclaimed musicians. Enjoy live performances on an average of three times a week throughout the year.

Stop by the Lyons Visitor Center located in Sandstone Park to help plan your visit. The Lyons Redstone Museum and Historic District are great places to learn first-hand about Lyons history. Square dance with the Red Rock Ramblers every Saturday all summer – their 53rd summer season.