A cone of cookies and cream is exactly what hits the spot after a run through Denver's urban wilderness.
LOHI's new "Little Man Ice Cream" is just steps from the REI/Confluence Park area, and it's a great way to end a hot summer's run. This flavor haven is located at 30th and Tejon, (just blocks from the parking lot at REI) and is notably shaped like a 50 foot milk can towering over the line near Lola. Even if you're a "head down" kind of runner, it's pretty hard to miss.
This route takes you from the REI parking lot, down the South Platte River, passing the Denver Aquarium, the Children's Museum, Invesco Field, Elitch Gardens, and all three nearby parks before heading up the hill toward Little Man Ice Cream. Once you're at the top of this last kick in your run, it's time to stop for ice cream! While enjoying your treat you'll, walk the .25 mile back down the hill towards the REI parking lot, and maybe even get a stretch on the lawn of Confluence Park, overlooking the manmade "rapids".
Next time you're at REI, indulging in gear you may or may not use, bring your running shoes and use 'em on the spot! This run is absolutely perfect in the evenings - starting at 7 or 8ish.
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Have you tried to use MapMyRun to make your maps? I think you can embed them into your pages (I *think*). I use it to map my runs when I'm visiting Denver and here in NYC.
And hey, are you the same gal who worked with Sue and Molly at CoSkiCo?
-Stile E. Coyote
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Cool run!
Post more ideas. I need some motivation to hit these hot Denver streets.
- D
I'm very familiar with Map My Run, and I use it often. You can find my routes posted live on their site. My username is runtherockies!
Yes, I did work at CSCUSA with Molly and Sue, and all three of us don't work there anymore. Those were great times though. What name might I know you under, Mr. Coyote?
Nice site you have http://nicksfishmarket.com/swf/sesso/
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