The Centennial State is about as eccentric as it comes… Isn’t it wonderful? While nearly every community is quirky and unique in its own way, there is one eccentric town in Colorado that is downright funky, and you can find it right on the outskirts of Denver:
You know Morrison as being home to the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater, but did you know there is even more to love about this small town?
Located a mere minutes from downtown Denver, Morrison was founded by builder and businessman George Morrison, who helped bring the Denver, South Park, and Pacific Railroad to Morrison in 1874 and put the area on the map for its high-quality dimension stone.
Though the railroad is no more, several of the original buildings, complete with lime and gypsum exteriors and a distinctive style of construction, can still be seen around town, including the pictured Morrison Schoolhouse.
To make the small Denver suburb even funkier, you can attend a concert at the iconic (and previously mentioned) Red Rocks or discover dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures at Dinosaur Ridge (pictured).
What is a picturesque Colorado town without close proximity to outdoor recreation? Morrison has that, too, via nearby Bear Creek Lake and Chatfield State Park.