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Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge — Commerce City, Colorado

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Commerce City: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Free.

Address6550 Gateway Rd, Commerce City, CO 80022

HoursRefuge daily, sunrise to sunset (until 8pm May 1–Aug 1); Visitor Center Wed–Sun 9am–4pm, closed federal holidays

PricesFree

Price notesNo pass is needed to visit the refuge; a season fishing pass is sold separately.

Age notes11-mile Wildlife Drive past a bison herd, easy trails, a black-footed ferret exhibit, and a Junior Ranger booklet kids can complete to earn a badge

BookingGeneral visits no reservation; only service dogs are allowed

Suggested timeAbout 2.5 hours

ParkingDesignated parking lots (official site)

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