Breweries & Adrenaline-junkie Things to Do in Longmont
Pair carbonation + elevation for an epic Longmont adventure!
Longmont offers many experiences to enjoy the high altitude of the Rocky Mountains, along with many craft watering holes to sample as the perfect way to end the day.
Cover Photo: Anne Barela
Perfect Pairings:
#1. SKYDIVE WITH ROCKY MOUNTAIN VIEWS
Have you ever wanted to get a bird' s-eye view of the Rocky Mountains? Well, you can in Longmont! At Mile-Hi Skydiving, jump from 17,500' above sea level for the experience of a lifetime! If you would prefer to remain inside the plane, check out Rugged Air Tours for a scenic tour of the Front Range.
Mile-Hi Skydiving Center is Colorado’s TOP RANKED and largest skydiving facility with more than 35,000 jumps made annually! Mile Hi Skydiving is...
PAIRED WITH: A NITRO BEER FROM LEFT HAND BREWING
Longmont’s oldest brewery is nationally known for its Milk Stout Nitro. Enjoy seasonal selections and limited edition brews from their pilot system in their taproom.
#2. FLY HIGH ABOVE CITIES, MOUNTAINS & PLAINS IN A HOT AIR BALLOON
Take in magnificent mountain views with seasonal, daily hot air balloon flights that offer changing scenery, including magnificent Rocky Mountain ranges, peaceful rolling Colorado plains and wildlife as far as the eye can see!
Hot-Air Ballooning, Balloon Ride, Balloon Flight or Balloon Adventure, no matter how it’s said, Fair Winds is Colorado’s Favorite!
PAIRED WITH: A LAGER AT WIBBY BREWING
Wibby features German-style lagers with a unique American twist. Lagers can hit any flavor profile that an ale can, though a lager will tend to have a cleaner, crisper finish due to the cold temperatures and long maturation times. Wibby's large outdoor patio is a great gathering place, and the whole brewery is pet-friendly. See for yourself and taste the lager rainbow!
#3. TAKE IN THE SCENERY AT ST VRAIN ST PARK
Have some family fun where the outdoor activities give you a peaceful break from the hustle and bustle. There are many activities to choose from, including biking, fishing, camping, hiking, and birding, to name a few!
Photo: Jenny Clark @espyphoto.
Collision Brewing began from an idea that beer flavors could be combined – flavors that summon distant memories, awaken the senses and inspire...
PAIRED WITH: A UNIQUE BITE TO EAT AND A CAR THEMED BREW AT COLLISION BREWING
Enjoy the amazing view of the Front Range while enjoying classic or unusual burgers on the menu or even some of their vegan items! They also have a large selection on their rotating tap. Spare Parts, Blinker Fluid, and Fender Bender are just a few of their fantastic brews.
#4. EXPERIENCE NATURE BY BIKING THE ST. VRAIN GREENWAY
This greenway is considered the "crown jewel" of Longmont's trail system as it links various parks, schools, other trails, and commercial areas along its length. The trail runs approximately 8 miles from Golden Ponds Nature Area (at Third Avenue, west of Hover Street) to Sandstone Ranch Nature Area. Be sure to stop by the new Dickens Farm Nature Area along the way.
PAIRED WITH: A DALE'S PALE ALE AT OSKAR BLUES
Bold. Fresh. Mountain-Crafted Beers. Oskar Blues started the canned craft beer revolution! The Tasty Weasel taproom features 10 brews on tap, hard seltzer, nitro coffee and more! The taproom is dog-friendly!
#5. CLIMB TO THE TOP & TRAIN LIKE A NINJA
The Longmont Climbing Collective is a 15,000-square-foot indoor bouldering gym. No ropes are involved, and you can get on the boulders and start having fun. Right next door is Warrior Playground, a full-scale American Ninja Warrior and Obstacle Course Race Training facility for kids & adults to experience the thrill of tackling the obstacles they see on the TV show. The Warrior Playground features many American Ninja Warrior obstacle replicas straight from the show; now, even if you can’t get on the show, you can train like a ninja.
PAIRED WITH: RUNNING SHOES & AN ICE COLD BEER AT SHOES & BREWS
Running and beer have been buddies for a long time. Shoes and Brews is a specialty running shoe store with a joint taproom/brewery serving 20+ of Colorado’s finest and most unique craft beers.
