KidPaths

Denver to Keystone Drive With Kids

Leave room for traffic on I-70, and save the snow fort or skating for after check-in, once everyone is out of the car.

The drive

Distance
72 miles from downtown Denver
Typical drive time
About 90 minutes from Denver

Measured from downtown Denver, as stated by the official source listed at the bottom of this page. Traffic, weather and stops with kids add time, so plan for a longer day than the map shows.

Kid-friendly stops on the way

Each stop was checked on its own official site. Open it before you go for current hours, prices and any closures.

  1. Georgetown Loop Historic Mining & Railroad Park

    Georgetown and Silver Plume, CO

    A historic narrow gauge railroad and mining park just off I-70, with train rides, a silver mine tour and gold panning.

    Official site

  2. Kidtopia Snow Fort

    Keystone, CO

    Keystone Resort's giant snow fort, with slides, tunnels and room for snow play after a ski day.

    Official site

  3. Lakeside Village ice skating

    Keystone, CO

    An outdoor skating rink in Keystone's Lakeside Village.

    Official site

Need more ideas before you leave? Browse things to do with kids in Denver or plan a different route.

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Three things to plan before you leave

  • Colorado's Traction Law applies on I-70 from Morrison to Dotsero every year from September 1 through May 31, and any time conditions require, so check your tires before you leave.
  • Keep snacks, water and a warm layer in the car, not in the roof box.
  • Fuel up on the Denver side so a slow I-70 day is not also a low-tank day.

Checked against: Keystone Resort: getting here, Keystone Resort: family ski vacation, CDOT: Traction Law (checked )

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Plan the Denver to Keystone family drive with a Georgetown train stop, Keystone's snow fort and skating, and winter road advice.

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