Coming up with creative first-date ideas doesn’t need to feel impossible; the mountains of Colorado are your wing(wo)men, offering a “range” of choices. Whether you’re looking for something intimate or an activity to do together, you’ll find it in the Rockies. Consider one of the following options:
Keystone Sleigh Rides
You don’t have to be Santa Claus to understand the value of a good sleigh ride; Keystone offers a chance to glide through a winter wonderland with your date by your side. These sleigh rides last about 1.5 hours and require warm winter clothing and reservations. With other parties involved, they don’t have the pressure of one-on-one dates and offer a memorable, magical experience.
Rainbow Lake
Rainbow Lake is a 1.5-mile out-and-back trail near Frisco that offers a great escape on a warm winter day. Taking the average hiker just over half an hour to complete, it’s an ideal chance to work up an appetite before heading to lunch or dinner. While it’s a popular spot for nature lovers, it offers plenty of seclusion, giving you and your date a chance to talk and walk your way into each other’s hearts.
Mirabelle
Mirabelle is an upscale restaurant in Beaver Creek. It is the ideal creative first-date idea for those hoping to impress. Serving French cuisine and located in what was once a residential home, Mirabelle’s distinctive ambiance and mouth-watering menu attract foodies. The featured dishes include tuna, lobster, steak, crab, free-range chicken, and caviar.
Twist
Twist is located in Breckenridge and is well known for its inventive cuisine (with dishes that include squid ink fettuccine, smoked Korean tempeh, grilled octopus, and smoked pork chops). It’s a restaurant that offers high-quality food while keeping things casual and prices within reach. Located just a few blocks from Main Street, it places you in the heart of town and adjacent to several after-dinner venues.
Slope Room
The Slope Room is an alpine bistro that merges modern-day appeal with the Old West. Focused on Rocky Mountain farmers and ranchers, sustainable dishes, localized sourcing, and an intimate vibe, it offers an excellent location to kick back and get to know the person sitting across from you. Its flexibility (it serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner) is a bonus for those struggling to fit romance into their busy lifestyles.
When it comes to dating in the digital age, the mountain towns of Colorado offer a mountain of possibilities. The above are excellent places to take a first date. If none of them are quite what you’re looking for, don’t worry: There’s always skiing.
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