re: Is Red Rock the best outdoor amphitheater?

I actually prefer Red Rocks over the Gorge.

The Gorge is beautiful, and it really is something you have to see in person. Logistically though, the trip is more of a pain in the arse than making it out to Red Rocks.

I guess it's persaonl preference. If camping is your thing, the Gorge is the way to go. (although it offers no shade)

Gorge also has a lawn, whereas Red Rocks just has long rows (which can be a pain in the arse if you're in the middle)




The view from the lawn at the gorge is absolutely spectacular but when you are down on the floor at the gorge you don't really see the gorge behind the stage and the ambiance is kind of lost. There is no better concert vantage point than the first ten rows or so at red rocks. The sound down there is electric.

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