Kathy’s guidebook
Sightseeing
A sweet spot within a few miles of here that has sidewalks and views of the mountains over small lakes. A good place to launch a walk along the St Vrain greenway. Go over the bridge on the south side of the ponds and turn left (east) to follow.
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Golden Ponds Park
2651 3rd AveA sweet spot within a few miles of here that has sidewalks and views of the mountains over small lakes. A good place to launch a walk along the St Vrain greenway. Go over the bridge on the south side of the ponds and turn left (east) to follow.
Expansive views at this popular spot. There are benches to sit and watch the sunset over the mountains and lake. Prepare for mud when it has been wet.
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Coot Lake
6247 N 63rd StExpansive views at this popular spot. There are benches to sit and watch the sunset over the mountains and lake. Prepare for mud when it has been wet.
Mount Sanitas Trail
Mount Sanitas TrailBest Boulder trail to get some elevation -- but not too much.
City/town information
Longmont was settled as a planned community in the era of moving West. It has a small town main street with some restaurants. There are many picturesque views of Long's Peak.
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Longmont
Longmont was settled as a planned community in the era of moving West. It has a small town main street with some restaurants. There are many picturesque views of Long's Peak.
Food scene
Fun spot with great tacos and fun margaritas. You can walk a couple of blocks to get there -- or ride your bike :) .
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CYCLHOPS Bike CANtina
600 S Airport RdFun spot with great tacos and fun margaritas. You can walk a couple of blocks to get there -- or ride your bike :) .
Robin Chocolates
600 S Airport RdWhat more can I say -- CHOCOLATE just a few blocks away.
The quiche was good. It feels good to support a locally owned bakery. The coffee was fine too.
La Momo Maes Bakery
900 South Hover StreetThe quiche was good. It feels good to support a locally owned bakery. The coffee was fine too.
Bootstrap Brewing
142 Pratt StChill place with creative brews.
Popular and friendly local shop serving artisanal pizzas. They have the lightest crust I have ever had. AlI the windows give it an airy and open vibe. There are a few tables outside on the patio too.
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Proto's Pizza-Longmont
600 S Airport RdPopular and friendly local shop serving artisanal pizzas. They have the lightest crust I have ever had. AlI the windows give it an airy and open vibe. There are a few tables outside on the patio too.
Unique and local
I have art up from local artist, Pam Iannazzo. You can see her work as well as others in her framing shop. https://www.iannazzofineart.com/viewcollection/149813
The Great Frame Up - Longmont
430 Main StI have art up from local artist, Pam Iannazzo. You can see her work as well as others in her framing shop. https://www.iannazzofineart.com/viewcollection/149813
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Prepare for changes in weather
Weather changes during the course of the day, it can be colder once the sun goes down and quite warm in the sun. Be prepared with jackets as appropriate.