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Denver car hire tips
Where to pick up your car
The most popular car hire location is Denver International Airport (DEN), which is just over half an hour’s drive from the centre (about 45km).
Top car rental brands
The most popular car rental brands in Denver are Alamo, Dollar, Thrifty, Budget and Hertz.
Local currency
US Dollar (USD)
Average temperatures
Warmest month: August (27°C) Coldest month: January (6°C)
Side of road
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Hire a car in Denver
A former railway town, Denver has evolved into a cool adventure-driven cosmopolitan centre.The capital of Colorado state, the city is overlooked by the western Rocky Mountain peaks, which explains why an appreciation for the great outdoors thrives here. Regarded as the Mile High City, it is an iconic American gateway to some of the best skiing, hiking and camping destinations in the country.
Surrounded by over 40 state parks, any road trip out of Denver is guaranteed to take you through impressive natural landscapes. Search with easyCar to find the perfect rental for your Denver drive.
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Driving tips
Take a rest It may seem obvious but don’t forget to take a rest and change drivers on any long road trips. With lots of gorgeous scenery though, we recommend pulling over and enjoying the view for a while. Plot your route Driving distances between destinations in the US can be grueling and long. Before you head off be sure to take note of estimated travel times and where you’ll likely need to top up the tank. Winter driving If you’re driving through Denver during the winter, ask your rental company if they supply winter or all season tyres and the necessary winter tools (brush, ice scraper). Mountain driving Mountain driving is an art of its own and involves some rules that aren’t always clear if you’re not familiar with them. Some things to remember include: yielding to cars driving uphill; watching your temperature gauge so you don’t overheat the engine (turn off the aircon when driving uphill); don’t ride your breaks on the downhills; and most importantly, keep your focus.
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Nearby national parks to explore
Rocky Mountain National Park
Distance: 120 km Driving time: 1 hour 30 mins One of the closest parks to Denver, it makes for an easy day trip, filled with wild hikes and scenic adventures. Rocky Mountain is one of the most visited parks in the US and encompasses a diverse terrain of mountains, lakes and forests. Escape the city and breathe in the fresh alpine air. Bonus? The drives here offer stunning vistas. 
Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve
Distance: 370 km Driving time: 4 hours One of Colorado’s most unexpected sites, this field of sand dunes is surrounded by mountains and wetlands. Home of the tallest sand dunes in North America, the park is a centrepiece of adventure, where you can sink your hiking boots into the sand or try your skills at surfing down the dunes. 
Gunnison National Park
Distance: 410 km Driving time: 5 hours Gunnison is known for the Black Canyon, which dramatically cuts through its landscape. You can walk around the rim of the canyon, peering down 2,000 feet below or adventure on a difficult path down to the inner canyon and river. Alternatively, as one of the few International Dark Sky Parks in the USA, you can gaze up at the clear night sky and watch the stars.
The ultimate Denver road trip
Denver International Airport DEN
Denver Airport is the sixth busiest airport in North America.
Car hire pick up point
Car hire desks are located in Jeppesen Terminal on Level 5. Shuttles will pick-up and drop-off customers to the terminal.
Fort Collins
A former frontier town, here you’ll find a historic district lined with Victorian shops, vintage trolleys and lots of microbreweries.
Cheyenne
The capital of Wyoming, this city is a true Old Western town, home of the world’s largest rodeo.
Wind River Canyon
The most scenic part of the journey, follow the road through the canyon and look up at the tower rock formations.
Yellowstone National Park
One of the most notable wildlife parks in the US, featuring canyons, hot springs and geysers.