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HDN → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Yampa Valley Airport (Hayden) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the most iconic peaks of the Front Range, including an up-close look at Rocky Mountain National Park and the dramatic transition from the Rockies to the Great Plains.
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Mount Zirkel Wilderness
Rugged granite peaks and alpine lakes just north of the initial flight path.
Rabbit Ears Pass
The famous rock formation that resembles rabbit ears, visible shortly after departing Hayden.
Rocky Mountain National Park
An expansive view of the high alpine tundra and the Mummy Range peaks.
Longs Peak
The 14,259-foot crown jewel of the park, easily identifiable by its flat-topped 'Diamond' face.
Boulder Flatirons
Striking slanted sandstone formations that mark the entrance to the Denver metro area.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid harsh southern sun glare. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 15 minutes after takeoff for the distinctive Rabbit Ears rock. This side is particularly spectacular in winter when the Continental Divide is fully snow-capped.
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Flat Tops Wilderness
Massive basalt plateaus and dramatic vertical cliffs south of Hayden.
The Gore Range
Extremely jagged and snowy peaks within the Eagles Nest Wilderness.
Winter Park Resort
A bird's-eye view of the Mary Jane and Winter Park ski runs carved into the mountainside.
Mount Blue Sky
Formerly Mount Evans, this prominent 14,000-foot peak dominates the horizon near Denver.
Denver Skyline
A clear view of the downtown skyscrapers during the final descent into the plains.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the setting sun illuminates the eastern faces of the mountains. Watch for the intricate network of ski trails at Winter Park. If the flight approaches from the north, you will get a great panoramic view of the Denver city center.
Book Hotels in DenverDistance: 227 km (141 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: HDN (40.48120117, -107.2180023)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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