Overview
Golden, which is situated along Clear Creek, is directly at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Green Mountain does landscaping design in Golden. It has 402 acres of open space and has a combined 253 acres of park land. It is also home to Jolly Rancher as well as Yeti Cycles.
Weather can be a bit extreme as summers can be pretty warm, and can reach well into the 90s, while winters are cold and dry. Mid-June to early September are the best months to visit Golden, though it’s known to have sunny skies the whole year round.
The population in Golden is currently at 22,270 according to the 2020 census, and it grows annually at a rate of 2.33%. Over 30% of the population have received higher education and the average income per family per household is $111,806 a year.
History
Golden was originally named Golden City in honor of Thomas L Golden. It was a mining camp that was founded during the Pike’s Peak Gold Rush in 1859. Because of its location, Golden City quickly became a hub of trade, and was the leading economic and political center in the Colorado region.
Golden lost much of its population during World War II, and that has continued on till today with a population of just over 22,000.
Today Golden has a population of over 18,000 and is home to more people and businesses of national and international influence than ever before, yet maintains a small-town historic identity.
Education
There are public, private, and even Catholic schools to choose from in Golden, Colorado. The city has 4 elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. Below is a list of some of the top schools in and around Golden, in Jefferson County.
Elementary Schools
- Coal Creek Canyon K-8
- Fairmount Elementary
- Kyffin Elementary
- Maple Grove Elementary
- Mitchell Elementary
- Pleasant View Elementary
- Ralston Elementary
- Shelton Elementary
Middle Schools
- Bell Middle School
- The Manning School (Charter School)
High School
- Golden High School
College
- Colorado School of Mines
Housing in Golden
The median single family home cost in Golden is $633,000, but prices can mostly range from $500,000 to almost $700,000.
The most common rentals in Golden are 1-bedroom apartments and townhomes with a median rent of $1,794.
Summit View Village Apartments
17600 W 14th Ave, Golden, CO 80401
(888) 852 6318
The Summit At Red Rocks
12 S Holman Way, Golden, CO 80401
(844) 704 8380
Outlook Golden
544 Golden Ridge Rd, Golden, CO 80401
(844) 439 9987
Applewood Gables Townhomes
12858 W 26th Ave, Golden, CO 80401
(844) 618 1538
Epoque Golden
1175 Newstar Way, Golden, CO 80403
(833) 683 2476
Nearby Attractions
In downtown Golden, we see galleries, music clubs, distilleries and breweries, cafes and restaurants, and different specialty shops.
Whether it’s outdoor fun or indoor recreation you’re looking for, Golden has it. There are year-round events that celebrate and commemorate the town’s history, as well as events that cater to art and music lovers.
Here are a few fun places you can visit:
- Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave
- Boettcher Mansion
- Golden History Museum and Park
- Clear Creek White Water Park
- Colorado Railroad Museum
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park
- Lookout Mountain Nature Center and Preserve
- Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
- Splash Water Park
Golf Clubs
Here are some of the golf clubs you will find in Golden, Colorado.
- Fossil Trace Golf Club
- Club at Rolling Hills
- Applewood Golf Course
Dining
With a smorgasbord of food choices paired with bars and distilleries, dining in Golden is always a treat. It also boasts of 24-hour restaurants that will surely satisfy your 3am food cravings.
Higher Grounds Café
803 14th St B, Golden, CO 80401
(303) 271 0998
Bonfire Burritos
17025 South Golden Rd, Golden, CO 80401
(720) 556 6269
Windy Saddle Café
1110 Washington Ave, Golden, CO 80401
(303) 279 1905
Bob's Atomic Burgers
1310 Ford Street, Golden, CO 80401
(303) 278 1601
Coors Brewery (Tours)
13th Street & Ford Street, Golden, CO 80401
(800) 642 6116
State 38 Distilling
400 Corporate Circle, Golden, CO 80401
(720) 242 7219
Golden Moon Distillery
412 Violet St, Golden, CO 80401
(303) 993 7174
Holidaily Brewing
801 Brickyard Circle, Unit B, Golden, CO 80403
(303) 278 2337
Visiting Golden
There are many lodging options in downtown Golden, but there are also good, quiet spots you can retreat right outside the city center.
Table Mountain Inn
11310 Washington Ave, Golden, CO 80401-1916
(720) 571 7298
Courtyard Denver Golden Red Rocks
14700 W 6th Ave, Golden, CO 80401-5251
(844) 631 0595
Origin Hotel Red Rocks
18485 W Colfax Ave, Golden, CO 80401-4840
(720) 677 8310
The Golden Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
800 11th St, Golden, CO 80401
(720) 619 8340
Hampton Inn Denver-West/Golden
17150 W Colfax Ave, Golden, CO 80401-4841
(855) 605 0317
TownePlace Suites Denver West/Federal Center
800 Tabor St, Golden, CO 80401-4700
(844) 631 0595