Free outdoor activities to do near Denver on a spring day

DENVER (KDVR) — Spring has sprung this week in Denver, and with temperatures in the 80s for the first time since last September, it’s a perfect time to get outside.

Looking for an activity outside that is not only fun but free? The Mile High City and the surrounding metro have plenty of options.

The Pinpoint Weather team has been forecasting record-high heat this week with Tuesday and Wednesday reaching 80 degrees.

If you are ready to get outside and enjoy the long-awaited warmth, here are free things you can do around the Denver metro area.

Lariat Loop Scenic and Historic Byway

This is the perfect activity for transportation enthusiasts. The Lariat Loop Byway is a 40-mile scenic circle located in the…