Echoes of the Past: Hidden Alleys & Historic Gems

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This is a walk through Denver's hidden alleys, quiet courtyards, and historic landmarks, away from the busy main streets. It shares the city's older stories and local legends.

Along the way

Denver Union Station PlazaBegin your journey at the iconic Union Station, a historical gateway to Denver since 1881.

Wynkoop Alleyways & Historic Loading DocksStep into the quiet, brick-lined alleys that once hummed with the activity of Denver's early warehouses.

Larimer SquareExplore Denver's oldest and most charming block.

Rockmount Ranch Wear & Wazee AlleyDiscover the legendary Rockmount Ranch Wear building, a testament to Denver's Western legacy since 1946.

Dairy Block AlleyThis vibrant micro-district's central alley was once a dairy processing plant.

Piggin' Out Sculpture & Historic Ballpark PlaqueFind the whimsical 'Piggin' Out' sculpture, a nod to the area's past as a meatpacking district.

The route

Distance5.3 km

Walking≈ 1 h 12

Running≈ 32 min

Climb↑ 13 m

RouteCircular

A 5.3 km circular route from Denver to walk, run or cycle, with 13 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 13 m in total

Before you go

StartDenver Union Station Plaza, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202Open the start in Maps →

FinishBack where you started

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