Travel and Lodging
From 4CS2009
Golden is just outside Denver, CO, with easy access from highways I-70 and I-25 and Denver International Airport.
Lodging We recommend that you make arrangements for lodging as soon as possible. The weekend of the conference is also Parents' Weekend at CSM.
The following link shows a number of hotels in the area. Lodging in Golden
Transportation from DIA airport:
Car Rental Numerous car rental agencies are located on Level 5 of the Denver International Airport (DIA) terminal. Shuttle buses for all rental companies pick up and drop off patrons on both the east and west sides of the terminal on Level 5.
Airport Shuttles
The SuperShuttle provides shuttle service between Golden/CSM and DIA. At DIA, the SuperShuttle counter is located in the middle of the baggage terminal, underneath the "Ground Transportation" sign. Reservations can be made at 1-800-258-3826 (303-370-1300).
DIA's Ground Transportation Web Page gives you online access to information about buses, charter buses, rental cars, taxis, and hotel courtesy shuttles.
If you are coming into Denver International Airport and want to coordinate rides, click on the link below to indicate if you are renting a car, and what your arrival/departure times are. Email me at cdurfee@mines.edu if you have suggestions on improving this process.
Doodle poll for DIA rideshares
Bus Contact the Regional Transportation District (RTD), 303-299-6000, to determine the best route for your trip. Public bus transporation is not direct - the trip can take 2 - 2.5 hours.
Parking on Campus To park on campus, you will need a parking pass. Indicate on your registration that you need a parking pass sent to you.
Many area hotels are a short drive (10min) from campus. If you are staying in one of these hotels, try this poll to coordinate carpooling to/from campus:
Doodle poll for hotel/campus rideshares
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