Road Trips from Broomfield, CO

Broomfield, Colorado, is a good starting point for short excursions to nearby towns and longer drives into the mountains. You have options for quick, under-an-hour trips with a drive score of 8, or you can head further west for more challenging mountain terrain. If you're looking for a day trip with parks nearby or a destination that might require an overnight stay, these routes offer a variety of experiences.

Total Routes

2

Shortest

0.8h

With Parks Nearby

2

Under 2 hours

Lone Tree, CO

46m

33.5 mi one way

At 0.8 hours, this drive is mostly on surface roads, with a drive score of 7. It features high-altitude sections and climbs. It’s a slightly longer day trip than the closest options, offering a different road profile with its surface road focus.

Parks nearby

Weekend trip

Delta, CO

5h 30m

284.4 mi one way

For a longer adventure, Delta is 5.5 hours away, mostly on highways. This route features mountain driving with significant elevation changes and a high drive score of 8. It’s a good choice if you want to experience mountainous terrain and have access to Colorado National Monument and Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park.

Parks nearby High drive score

When to Go

Spring

Spring drives may encounter high-altitude sections and climbs, with parks nearby. Mountain driving terrain becomes more accessible as snow melts.

Summer

Summer offers ideal conditions for mountain driving with significant elevation changes, perfect for exploring parks like Colorado National Monument.

Fall

Fall routes feature high-altitude sections and climbs, with nearby parks offering seasonal beauty. Mountain driving remains a strong option.

Winter

Winter travel on these routes can involve high-altitude sections and significant elevation changes, potentially impacting mountain driving conditions.

Starting Somewhere Else?

Other nearby cities with their own escape planners.

Westminster

6 mi away

Thornton

7 mi away

Arvada

8 mi away

Commerce City

11 mi away

Boulder

12 mi away

Ready to plan?

Pick any destination above for full turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost, rest stops, and weather. Or visit the Broomfield, CO city hub for all incoming and outgoing routes.