The Town of Morrison & the Rooney Valley

For generations, locals of this region have cherished its hidden treasures. Visitors to the area can experience for themselves the beauty that is the Rooney Valley. Whether you are a family traveling with small children, on a quick day trip, or looking for an exhilarating adventure… head west to the Rooney Valley!

Historic Town of Morrison - The nearest faraway place, this charming old west town is located at the mouth of Bear Creek Canyon, next to Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. Morrison features food, beverage, retail and service merchants dishing up everything from homemade soup to fine wine; from facials to a romantic night in one of two B&Bs -- Cliff House Lodge and Horton House. Families will also love the intriguing Morrison Natural History Museum.

Red Rocks Park - Walk among the legendary formations of this Denver Mountain Park. Drop in the Visitor Center and tour exhibits featuring the music history, geology, and paleontology that has inspired musicians and visitors from around the world.

Bear Creek Lake Park - 2,500 acres with three lakes offering a beach, paddle boating, windsurfing, 50 picnic tables and four shelters that can be reserved, 50 campsites and 15 miles of dirt trails.

Jefferson County Open Space Parks - Discover a wide array of trails for outdoor exercise, birding, nature watching and other excursions, made possible by nationally renowned Jefferson County Open Space.

Dinosaur Ridge - Track some of the best-known dinosaurs on the planet -- Brontosaurus (Apatosaurus), Diplodocus and Stegosaurus, the Colorado State Fossil -- first found in 1877. Newly visitors center, walking and bus tours.

Bandimere Speedway - For 50 years, Bandimere Speedway has put the pedal to the metal and provided National Hot Rod Association fun, along with team-building opportunities and programs for businesses and the whole family. Rent a Camaro and drag race with your friends and family.

Fox Hollow and Homestead at Fox Hollow Golf Courses – Experience spectacular views of downtown and the mountains as you play 18 at one of these award-winning courses. Fox Hollow offers three nine-hole options and Homestead bridges the best of championship and executive golf in a links format.

For more information about this area, please visit: www.RooneyValleyColorado.org