10 ways to fit in like a true Denverite

Denver is an attractive move for out-of-staters who want to be closer to the great outdoors while maintaining an urban lifestyle. Just don’t think it’s a mountain town.Like any city, there are misconceptions about Denver. One of them, many say, is that Denver is in the mountains. It may be the "Mile High City" because of its elevation of 5,280 feet, but it's actually in the high plains.“It’s not like we’re right in the mountains, and people think everybody skis, and that is not true,” said Den

Caroline Broderick
May 14, 2025

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