Elk Run is the perfect high country headquarters. Activities near Elk Run change almost daily and the town of Evergreen is an active 4-season community. Browse the Downtown Evergreen site for a current list of nearby activities. Elk Run is just up road.

Wild Life you may see

Wildlife move at their own pace and on their own schedule. Different seasons bring different experiences. We’ve seen all these from our decks.

• Deer (almost daily, two were living under the deck!)
• Elk
• Fox
• Bear
• Turkey
• Many humming birds
• Various birds of prey
• Various other bird species
• Aquatic critters in our stream

Experience the outdoors

The Evergreen area is rich with opportunities. We list just a few of the many exciting adventures waiting for you near Elk Run. And don’t forget, there are dozens of quiet places to relax, enjoy conversation, or just take in the mountain air and beautiful sights and sounds.

• Hiking
• Mountain climbing
• Evergreen Lake with extensive activity list including:
• Ice skating
• Canoeing
• Kayaking
• Sailing
• Picnicking
• Fishing
• Cross Country Skiing
• Mountain bike and road cycling
• Train for the Triple Bypass Ride
• Horseback riding
• Golf at Evergreen Golf Course (5.6 miles away)
• Elk Meadow Dog Off-leash Area (closed by Jefferson County Open Space) Follow link for alternative locations.
• Alpine Skiing at Loveland Basin
• Colorado river rafting (22 miles away)
• Zipline Tours (22 miles away)
• Geocaching

Experience the outdoors a bit further away:

• Wildlife Viewing
• Rocky Mt. Goats
• Bighorn Sheep Society
• Colorado Birding Trail

Local Restaurants & Bars

• Keys on the Green
• Bistro 65
• Tuscany Tavern
• Willow Creek Restaurant
• Lariat Lodge Brewing Co.
• Revival Brews
• Bistro Colorado