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Things To Do in Cherry Creek

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park

4.6
5,346 Google reviews

Rates above the average for things to do near Cherry Creek — one of 45 we've tracked here.

Things to Know

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park is a mountain-top amusement park known for its alpine coaster, cave tours, and thrill rides like Defiance and the Giant Canyon Swing, located atop a Colorado mountain with stunning views.

The real draw here is the unique combination of cave exploration and adrenaline rides in one location, with genuinely patient staff and enough variety to fill a full day for families and thrill-seekers alike.

  • ✓Exceptional staff patience—employees spend real time helping kids master rides like the alpine coaster
  • ✓Cave tours are a standout experience you won't find at typical amusement parks
  • ✓Shorter wait times if you arrive right when the park opens or near closing
  • ✓Gondola ride and mountain views make it more than just rides
  • ✓Plenty of small side activities scattered throughout keep the day interesting even with fewer major rides
  • ⚠Pricing is on the high side for what you get
  • ⚠Many special activities and attractions only run certain days of the week—check ahead
  • ⚠Very limited food options for people with allergies or dietary restrictions like gluten-free
  • ⚠Rides close during lightning storms and heavy rain, which happens frequently at elevation
  • ⚠Gift shop fudge and souvenirs are tempting enough to drain your wallet

How this is written: we run the full set of recent Google reviews through AI to pull out what guests consistently say — including the complaints, which is why there's a downsides list rather than only the good bits. It's rewritten as new reviews come in, so it describes the hotel as it is now, not as it was whenever someone last got round to writing a paragraph about it. Read the reviews yourself on Google Maps.

Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Amy Schmolke

3 months ago

Such a fun experience for a family. This park includes so many things we already wanted to try in Colorado. We got to ride a gondola, try a mountain coaster, go on a cave tour and ride other thrilling rides. Every employee we interacted with was so kind and helpful. The people working the mountain coaster were extra amazing. A man there spent so much time helping my 8 year old learn how to control her own vehicle. He was so patient with her. She is still talking about it days later because she enjoyed it so much. Highly recommend this park!

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M K

3 weeks ago

Had a great time here! We loved the cave tours, the rides were so unique and fun. Rides had to close down for a bit because of rain and hail but that comes with the experience of being on top of a mountain. The alpine coaster, the flyer, and the crystal palace were our favorites. This was truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

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Caroline Mitchell

2 months ago

So much fun for myself and my 10&7 year old boys. I’d plan for the full day or at least most of it! Lines zero wait to just a few min right when it opens and again towards 4-close but all day there’s tons to do. It’s a smaller park in the number of rides offered but you end up going on them each a few times, plus a cave or two, plus lots of little side activities they have scattered throughout. Highly recommend the funday pass. Also bring a backpack with lots of snack varieties to keep everyone happy and energized. Bring a hat too!! They run in a light rain but not if there is lightening in the area. Tons of parking. All the employees were so friendly!

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Lenka Perutkova

3 months ago

Glenwood Caverns is a true adventure for the brave ones and a lot of fun for those who can ride Defiance or brave the Giant Canyon Swing with their eyes closed and hands firmly clenched to the handles. 😅 The rides are exciting, the views are incredible, and there is plenty to do for both kids and adults. Defiance definitely lived up to its name and had me questioning some of my life choices for a fraction of a second at the top. That's all the time available for regrets before the straight-down drop! Then came 40 seconds of pure adrenaline flowing through my veins. One warning: if you don't have a strong will, avoid wandering through the gift shop. Between the endless selection of souvenirs all screaming "pick me!" and the smell of fresh fudge, your wallet doesn't stand a chance. The fudge is absolutely delicious. A fun day, incredible views, friendly staff, and memories you'll be talking about long after the adrenaline wears off.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park worth it in Cherry Creek?

The real draw here is the unique combination of cave exploration and adrenaline rides in one location, with genuinely patient staff and enough variety to fill a full day for families and thrill-seekers alike. Known for: mountain coasters and cave tours combined.

What do visitors love about Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park?

Exceptional staff patience—employees spend real time helping kids master rides like the alpine coaster Cave tours are a standout experience you won't find at typical amusement parks Shorter wait times if you arrive right when the park opens or near closing Gondola ride and mountain views make it more than just rides Plenty of small side activities scattered throughout keep the day interesting even with fewer major rides

Is there anything to know before visiting Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park?

Pricing is on the high side for what you get Many special activities and attractions only run certain days of the week—check ahead Very limited food options for people with allergies or dietary restrictions like gluten-free Rides close during lightning storms and heavy rain, which happens frequently at elevation Gift shop fudge and souvenirs are tempting enough to drain your wallet

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