Having your teen create a summer bucket list can be a helpful way to encourage them to make the most of their summer.
Bucket lists require goal setting – a skill many teens need support developing. It provides a sense of direction and purpose, fosters creativity, and can give them a sense of accomplishment.
Here is our list of adventures teens can have in Colorado:
- Hike one of the many beautiful trails in Rocky Mountain National Park.
- Attend a concert at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater.
- Explore the stunning Maroon Bells in Aspen.
- Raft down the Arkansas River in Buena Vista.
- Visit the Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs.
- Drive or bike along the Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park.
- Experience the thrill of ziplining at the Royal Gorge
- Soak in the hot springs at Glenwood Springs.
- Attend a Colorado Rockies baseball game at Coors Field.
- Ride the alpine coaster at Steamboat Resort.
- Go camping!
- Visit Mesa Verde National Park and explore the ancient cliff dwellings.
- Take a hot air balloon ride over the mountains.
- Attend the Telluride Bluegrass Festival.
- Go horseback riding in Estes Park.
- Visit the historic mining town of Leadville.
- Explore the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.
- Attend the Colorado Shakespeare Festival in Boulder.
- Go mountain biking at Winter Park.
- Visit the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
- Go kayaking or paddleboarding on one of Colorado’s beautiful lakes or reservoirs.
- Visit the Denver Art Museum and explore the exhibits.
- Hike the Boulder Flatirons.
- Go on a guided rock climbing adventure with experienced guides.
- Attend the Greeley Stampede.
- Visit the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden and learn about the history of trains in Colorado.
- Go on a ghost tour at the Stanley Hotel.
- Visit the Denver Botanic Gardens and admire the beautiful plants and flowers.
- Attend the Colorado Renaissance Festival in Larkspur.
A bucket list for teens at home:
- Host a backyard barbecue or picnic with friends.
- Set up a backyard movie theater and watch movies under the stars.
- Create a summer reading list and read a new book each week.
- Learn a new skill or hobby, such as painting, photography, or cooking.
- Take an online class or workshop to learn something new.
- Create a garden or plant some flowers to beautify your backyard.
- Host a game night with friends or family. (Our in-house favorite game is salad bowl)
- Try out new DIY projects or crafts from Pinterest.
- Organize a garage sale or lemonade stand.
- Volunteer for a local charity or organization virtually.
- Plan a virtual hangout or game night with long-distance friends.
- Host a karaoke night or dance party in your backyard.
- Make homemade ice cream or popsicles.
- Have a water balloon or water gun fight with friends or family.
- Start a journal or scrapbook to document your summer adventures.
- Practice yoga or meditation outdoors in your backyard.
- Have a bonfire and make s’mores.
- Create a summer workout routine.
- Learn a new language or practice your language skills with online resources.
- Write letters to long-distance friends or family members.
- Have a spa day with homemade face masks and DIY manicures.
These are just a few ideas for a summer bucket list that teens can do at home without needing a car. Get creative and have fun!
